Autofloat Switches - Bayliner Ciera User Manual

18 Chapter 2: Components/Systems
Bilge Pump Routing
AFT BILGE PUMP
& FLOAT SWITCH
TO THRU-HULL
Bilge Pump Testing
Bilge pumps should be checked often to verify that they are
working properly. To test a bilge pump's operation, activate the
dash-mounted switch and verify that water in the bilge is
pumped overboard. If bilge water is present and the pump motor
is running but not pumping, inspect the discharge hose for a
kink or collapsed area. If no problems are found, check the bilge
pump housing for clogging debris as follows:
1. Remove the power cartridge:
a. Lift the tab while rotating the fins counter-clockwise.
b. Lift out the power cartridge.
c. Clear the outer housing of debris.
2. Reinstall the power cartridge:
a. Make sure the "O" ring is properly seated.
b. Coat the "O" ring with a light film of vegetable or
mineral oil.
c. Align the two cams on either side of the power cartridge
with the two slots on the outer housing and press the
power cartridge into the housing while twisting clock-
wise. To ensure proper reinstallation, attempt to twist the
fins counter-clockwise without lifting the tab; the car-
tridge should stay in place.

Autofloat Switches

Automatic bilge pumps use electromagnetic float (autofloat) switches to automatically activate the pump whenever
water accumulates above a preset level in the bilge. One autofloat switch is mounted next to the bilge pump it acti-
vates, and is wired directly to the battery so it will normally function even when the boat is completely shut down
and left unattended. Autofloat switches should be tested often for proper operation as follows:
3055 EL Ciera Sunbridge • Owner's Manual Supplement
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FORWARD BILGE PUMP
& FLOAT SWITCH
TYPICAL
BILGE PUMP
COMPONENTS
TAB
"O" RING
POWER
LIGHT
CARTRIDGE
FILM
CAM
OF OIL
(TYPICAL)
FIN
OUTER
HOUSING
SLOT (TYPICAL)