[C320-list] Bilge Pump Question

[warren updike]

Doug, I added a check valve just behind the pump that takes care of the
problem. It's a simple thing to do. I'll e-mail you a picture.

You have to be sure to pump a gallon or more antifreeze through the bilge
when winterizing.

The next best thing you can do is to replace the corrugated hose with one
that has a smooth inside surface. The corrugation adds much friction and
harbors growth.

Warren & Pattie Updike
Catalina 320, #62, "Warr De Mar"
Middle River, Chesapeake Bay



-----Original Message-----
From: Doug Stieber [mailto:djstieber at gmail.com] 
Sent: Friday, February 13, 2009 2:08 PM
To: C320-List at catalina320.com
Subject: [C320-list] Bilge Pump Question

After my bilge pump cycles, the water backwashes and refills the bilge from
the intake hose that runs from the pump to the bilge.  Is there a check
valve in the Jabsco pump itself, or is there a separate check valve in the
line somewhere?

Thanks for any help.

Doug Stieber
Second Chance #406