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any bilge water accumulation during dry storage will flow other equipment could occur if water is allowed to freeze
towards the transom.
inthebilge. Refertothemanufacturersliteratureincluded
in the owner’s packet for additional information.
C. Sump
Be sure the drain plug is securely in place prior
tolaunchingtheboat. Uponshipmentoftheboat,
the drain plug is usually taped to the steering
wheel.
A sump box is installed in the floor forward of the aft
cabin. It is equipped with an automatic bilge switch and
will pump water overboard or into the grey water tank.
Refer to Section J-2D on using the shower and for addi-
tional information on sump pump operation.
B. Bilge Pumps
Bilge pumps are provided in the bottom of the hull to re-
move miscellaneous water accumulations that might oc-
cur during normal boating or weather conditions. The aft
bilge pump is controlled by theAFT BILGE PUMPswitch
on the helm upper switch panel (see Section H for a de-
tailed description of the bilge pump switch).
D. Bilge Compartment Drainage
CertainbulkheadareasofFour Winns® boatsaresealed
in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations effec-
tiveat thedateof manufacture. Drainageisprovidedand
water can be removed with the bilge pump.
The aft bilge pump is equipped with an automatic switch
to control pump operation. As the water level rises, the
automatic float switch will activate the pump. Aseparate
circuit breaker is provided to supply power directly from
the “SHIP SYSTEMS” battery(s) regardless of battery
selector switch position.
E. Cockpit Drainage
The378incorporatesafiberglassself-bailingcockpit. This
feature minimizes water entry to the bilge or engine com-
partmentareasbyprovidingmeansforwatertobedrained
overboard.
NOTICE
Periodically open all engine hatches and clean the aft
bilge compartment. Be sure the drains, tubes and fit-
tings are clean and free of leaves, dirt, or other debris.
While at rest, any bilge water accumulation may
flowforward. Therefore,operatethebilgepumps
shortlyaftergettingunderwayandwhiletheboat
is at a substantial running angle. DO NOT allow
bilge water to accumulate. Damage to the en-
gine or other components may result.
Whenleavingtheboatunattendedforlongperiodsoftime
or during excessive rain storms, it is a good idea to check
on the boat for excessive water accumulation. Be sure
the bilge pump and automatic float switch are operating
properly. The operating time of the bilge pump will be
limited to the battery capacity.
Periodically, clean the bilge pump strainers. DO NOT
allowdirtanddebristoclogthebilgepumpintakes. Check
operation of the bilge pump float switch often to ensure
movement of the switch is not restricted by debris, por-
tions of the hull, etc.
Wipe up any oil accumulation in the bilge prior to activa-
tion of the bilge pumps. Pumping oil overboard will pol-
lute the water, and is subject to fine.
After winterization of the fresh water systems, be sure
the bilge area, bilge pumps and associated hoses are
thoroughly dry. Damage to the hull, bilge pumps and
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