2002-2008 Four Winns Vista 378 Boat Owners Manual

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4.
Turn the discharge valve handle to the closed posi-
tion,andsecureit.   Thethru-hullvalvemustbeclosed
to prevent water from being forced back into the sys-
tem.
Be careful when handling and storing treatment
chemicals.   Not only are  they toxic, but  they
will also stain and damage surrounding surface.
NOTICE
Discharging waste overboard is  illegal in most
U.S. waters today.  Discharge is limited to cer-
tain coastal waters, a designated  distance off-
shore. Check with your local boating regulations
before proceeding with any discharge activities.
J - 7
SYSTEMMAINTENANCE
Informationsuppliedwithwaterandwastesystemcompo-
nents by the equipment manufacturers is included with
this manual. Refer to this literature for additional opera-
tion and service information.
Some local regulations  require overboard dis-
chargesystemsbephysicallysecuredinaclosed
positionduringuseoftheboatinwatersdesignat-
edas‘nodischarge’areas.   Checkwithlocalboat-
ing regulations.  Refer to the manufacturer’s lit-
erature for additional information.
Be sure the batteries in the boat are properly charged.
Operating the pressure pump from a battery with a low
charge will result in  pump cycling.  This could lead to
prematurepumpfailure.
C.   DocksidePump-Out
The decomposition of waste produces a color-
less, odorless gas, methane, that is lighter than
air, combustible, and extremely lethal. Always
provide sufficient ventilation when effecting re-
pairs to the  waste system and allow  no odor
from the waste system to go unresolved.
Waste can be removed from the holding tank by taking
theboattoadocksidewastepumpingstation.     Mostmarina
fueling facilities provide such services.
To pump out the holding tank:
1.
2.
Be sure the head has some water in the bowl.
A.   Clean Vents and Screens
Connect the dockside pump  out connection to the
WASTE plate  located  on the  deck.   Usually the
docksidepumpoutconnectionwillscrewintothewaste
deck plate or has a rubber sleeve that inserts into the
plate and must be held in position during the pump
outoperation.
Periodically, inspect the water tank vents and thru-hull
vent fittings for any dirt, wax, etc. Carefully remove any
obstruction with a pipe cleaner or  similar device.  Be
sure not to puncture the screen. The stainless steel
cap is not removable.
NOTICE
3.
4.
Havethepumpingstationoperatoractivatethepump-
ingequipment.  Thewastewillbedrawnfromthehold-
ing tank and into the pumping station’s disposal tank.
Failure to keep the water tank vent fittings clean
willcauseexcessivepressurebuildupwithinthe
tank during filling.  This can cause water tank
damage.
Removethepumpoutconnectionfromthedeckplate.
Add at least 5 gallons of clean water to the holding
tank through the waste deck fitting using a dockside
water hose.
Periodicallyremovethefilterscreensfromthefaucetdis-
chargespoutsandshowerhead.   Removetheaccumula-
tion of sediment from the screens. If necessary, clean
out the holes using a fine wire. Abuildup of debris in the
faucetfilterscreenscancreateenoughrestrictiontocause
the pump to cycle on and off.
5.
6.
Repeatsteps2&3abovetopumpoutthewaterused
in 4 to flush the holding tank.
Add waste holding  tank treatment chemical to  the
head bowl. It is available from the dockside pumping
station or can be obtained from your dealer. Flush at
least twice.
Check the in-line  water filter/screen for sediment and
blockage.  It is located between the water tank and the
pressure water pump.  If obstructed, remove from the
water line and either clean or replace the part. The filter
unit will twist apart.
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shaun on Jul 07, 2014. s

great very informative. should not have to fill this out for a manule though


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