Bilge Pumps - Chris-Craft 32 Launch (RJ) Owner's Manual

Bilge Pumps

The additional weight of water in the boat can adversely affect handling characteris-
tics creating an unsafe condition. In addition, sloshing water may be corrosive to the
boat's systems. Since water is heavy (over 8 pounds per gallon) it must not be al-
lowed to accumulate within the vessel.
On a regular basis you should:
Inspect the bilge pump intake and keep it free of dirt or material, which may impede
the flow of water through the pump.
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Inspect the bilge pump intake and keep it free of dirt or material, which may impede the flow of
water through the pump.
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To remove the pump strainer, depress the lock tabs on both sides of the pump and lift the
pump motor.
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Check the bilge pump float switch by moving it manually.
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The float switch should move freely without sticking or binding. If it doesn't, service or replace
the switch before using the boat.
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The bilge pump should start when the float switch is raised and should stop when lowered.
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If the pump does not start, reset the circuit breakers. If the pump still fails to start, replace the
float switch before using the boat.
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If you have to remove the float switch, verify proper operation of the switch.
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After inspection reinstall the unit.
If a bilge pump automatically activates, inspect the area immediately.
The bilge pumps are wired directly to the HOUSE battery for operation in the automatic mode. In the
automatic mode, the bilge pump starts pumping as the water level reaches the bilge pump float switch.
The switch on the dash illuminates if an auto-float switch activates the pump.
Because the pumps are wired directly to this battery the pumps can activate regardless of the Red Mas-
ter Battery Switch setting. However the bilge pumps are protected by circuit breakers located behind the
Battery Switch Panel and above the toilet. Placing these breakers to the OFF position, or if they trip to
the OFF position, de-energizes the pump. The bilge pump is normally held in place with clips for easy
removal and cleaning. Use care when removing and reinstalling the bilge pump. If you remove the pump
for cleaning, after reinstalling perform a systems test to ensure proper operation. For additional informa-
tion on the battery system refer to
MODEL
RULE
Table 3-5.
Bilge Pumps
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BILGE PUMP
1000 GPH
3785 LPH
Systems
LOCATION
Bilge area (Starboard side of the center Stringer)
Bilge area, designed as an emergency pump
(Port side of Center Stringer)
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