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to manually turn the bilge system OFF.
The safe operation of the boat is dependent upon a properly functioning bilge system. The
bilge is a void between the deck and hull in which unintended water accumulates as it is drained
from other areas of the boat. (It does not include the water in the ballast system, which is
contained in tanks.)
The bilge should be routinely checked, and drained as necessary. The automatic function
will often keep the system free of excess water. Too much water in the system can affect the
boat's handling under operation, and can potentially swamp a boat, causing damage to other
components in the bilge compartment, or even sinking of the boat.
There are two (2) bilge pumps in all boats. One pump is located in the center of the boat,
directly below the center pie-plate access. The second pump is located at the transom of the
boat, aft of the engine on the port side.
Bilge pumps can be turned ON manually or they function automatically. The bilge pumps
are also equipped with a sensor to automatically trigger instant-on if water is sensed around
the pump. This functions at all times. The automatic mode will always be activated, even if the
battery isolator switch is turned to the OFF position. Therefore, be certain the pump is working
properly and there is no kink in the output hose before storing the boat for long periods of time
since the bilge pump will continue to run as long as it senses water. Otherwise, this could cause a
battery to drain and could ultimately damage the pump over time.
recommends testing the function of the bilge pump prior to each use of the boat. This can be done by
simply turning the pump(s) on and making sure they are running.
There will likely be a small amount of water in the bilge at all times as the pump cannot
eliminate 100% of the water. A minor amount of water is acceptable. However, operators should
monitor bilge water levels through the center pie-hole access plate. In all models, this hole is
located in the center of the floor near the driver's helm. (It may be under carpet or mat.) It should
remain secure during operation and opened only when the boat is stationary and the engine not
running. Be certain to close the access plate before operating the boat again. Since the threads
on the plate can sometimes be misdirected when securing, double-check. Individuals on-board
could trip and injure themselves if the access plate is not secured properly.
All boats are equipped with two (2) drain plugs, a ½" drain plug on the transom and a
T-handle drain plug in the center of the boat. The ½" drain plug can be accessed outside the
boat, directly under the swim platform on the center back of the transom. On Axis boats, the
T-handle can be accessed inside the boat through the center pie-hole access plate. Be certain to
read the above information regarding SECURELY installing drain plugs prior to all outings.
Never operate the boat if you or anyone on board suspects that the bilge system is not
performing as designed.
Read the Bilge System information in the How It Works section and all of the Safety section
in this Owner's Manual. Important information is included in those sections regarding proper
operation and safety considerations for the Blower System in addition to the operational
information provided here.
Interior and Dash Lights: Press this button to turn the interior and dash lights ON. The LED will
light up when these lights are ON. Press the button again to turn the interior and dash lights
OFF. Control for the amount of light emitted is through the center screen and keypad. See those
instructions immediately prior to this section.
Navigational and Anchor Lights: Press this button once to turn the Navigational lights only ON.
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Press a second time to turn the Anchor lights only ON. Press a third time to turn the Navigational
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and Anchor lights all ON. Press a fourth time to turn all of these lights OFF.
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After manual operation of the bilge is complete, return the switch to
the automatic position. If it is left in the manual position and there is
insufficient water in the bilge to pump, the bilge pump will cause it
to eventually fail, and such action is not covered under warranty. Axis