Fresh Water System (Potable Water) - Chris-Craft 32 Launch (RJ) Owner's Manual

Fresh Water System
(Potable Water)
Chris-Craft RJ/RK are equipped with a pressurized fresh water system. The freshwater tank and pump
are located in the machinery compartment. The pump is equipped with a strainer that should be
inspected and cleaned regularly. The freshwater fill is located on the port transom. Care should be
exercised to be certain the system is filled only with potable water from a reliable source. To activate the
system, turn the 'Fresh Water' switch on the helm switch panel to 'on'. This will provide water to the
hose fitting identified as 'Fresh Water'. Water will also be available at the head and sink. Water will also
be supplied to the electric toilet if so equipped.
The components of the water system consists of:
•
Water Tank
•
Pressure Pump
•
Water Fill Plate
•
Transom Shower
•
Piping
•
Cockpit Sink
•
Head Sink
•
Tank Level
Meter
A fresh water deck fill is located on the side of the boat and clearly marked WATER. Actual location and
physical appearance of the fill plate may vary from model to model, but it is clearly labeled.
The water pressure pump
immediately pressurizes the water system. When the operating pressure is reached the pump shuts off
until it senses a loss of pressure, such as a faucet being opened, at which time it is automatically
re-energized.
If the pump cycles on and off without a faucet being opened it may indicate a pressure leak in the
system or excessive air in the system. Bleed the system of air by opening all faucets until only water is
flowing from each. If a leak is present, or suspected, find and repair the leak.
A fresh water filter is attached to the pump
cleaned on a regular schedule. The pump and filter is located in the engine compartment.
When air enters the system it becomes necessary to purge it for proper operation. To bleed the system
of air, follow the steps outlined in
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Systems
Figure 3-57.
Tank Sensor Panel
(Figure 3-59) is a pressure-demand type pump. When energized the pump
(Figure
"Using the Fresh Water System"
Figure 3-58
3-59) on this page and should be checked and
on page 3-28.
Water Tank and Waste Tank
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