Bilge Pump - Pro-Line Boats 33 Express Owner's Manual

Bilge Pump

Your Pro-Line is equipped with an automatic bilge pump system with a manual override. The pump is located at
the aft end of the bilge at the keel. The pump is mounted as low as possible. If the pump runs for a long time it
may mean that water is entering the bilge faster than the pump can expel it. Investigate and correct the cause
immediately. The automatic float switch is wired directly to the battery selector switch through a circuit breaker
located on the battery switch panel. Read page 17 for more information about the battery switch panel. Keep the
bilge area clean and free from debris that could block the bilge pump ports. The helm switch overrides normal
automatic operation on the primary pump. Circuit breakers are located at the helm. Keep the battery charged that
powers the bilge pumps. If the battery is discharged and flooding occurs, the boat could sink causing damage and
possible loss of life or property.
Blower
Operating the blowers prior to starting the engine is a procedure that must be followed. Always operate the
blower for a minimum of four minutes and check bilge for fumes before starting the engine. Operate the blower
whenever the engine is running, the boat is stopped or when you are running at low speeds. At planing speed air
will be forced into the bilge and will ventilate the engine compartment without running the blowers.
Breaker Switches
Circuit breakers or fuses protect the wiring on your Pro-Line. Breakers are located next to the switches or on the
main breaker panel. If a device stops working immediately check to see if the circuit breaker is tripped or the fuse
is blown. A tripped breaker will protrude from its set position, indicating that the circuit has been overloaded.
Turn off the device(s) on the circuit then reset the breaker by pushing in once. If the breaker does not reset or if it
resets and then pops out again after the device is turned back on, then a short circuit exists or your device may be
damaged, overloaded or faulty. Correct the problem and then reset the breaker. If the breaker continues to pop
and you are certain the device, switch and wiring are in good repair; either the breaker is too small for the load or
it is faulty. Reduce the load or replace the breaker. Have this work done by your dealer or a certified marine
electrician.
Shaft Alignment
Aligning the engine with the propeller shaft is critical for smooth operation of your Pro-Line. The shafts are
properly aligned at the factory, but may change slightly after the boat is in use. Have your dealer heck the
alignment after delivery or after an extended lay-up. A slight misalignment can result in a loss of power, a
vibration or wear in the bearings. Your dealer should check the alignment occasionally, particularly if there is a
vibration, drumming sound or a loss of RPM.
WARNING
Gasoline Vapors Can Explode
Before starting the engine check the
bilge and engine compartments for
gasoline or vapors. Operate blower
four minutes prior to starting engine.
Run blowers below cruising
Figure 2 - Fuel Warning Placard
speeds.
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