[C320-list] Bilge pump sensor - 2004 320

[jim brown]

I've replaced mine twice and still have problems. When on a port tack it will 
occasionally activate and then not shut off. It also happens when I clean the 
bilge and add water until it goes on. It sometimes stays on even after the bilge 
is pumped. It is a very intermittent problem that I can't duplicate by lifting 
the float lever. It can be shut off by working the lever a couple of times or 
flipping off the panel switch and then "rebooting". No obvious obstructions and 
the switch looks clean and wires are ok. My bilge is pretty dry so it hasn't 
been running when I return to the boat (so far). 


Jim Brown





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From: Brad Kuether <bkuether at comcast.net>
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Sent: Mon, November 1, 2010 6:50:51 AM
Subject: [C320-list] Bilge pump sensor - 2004 320

Hey everyone,

My bilge pump sensor connected to the Jabsco bilge pump apparently keeps 
tripping open.  Twice now neighbors have contacted me letting me know they had 
to "intervene" and shut it off.

Anyone else seen this and if so, any remediation/replacment ideas?  Looking for 
part numbers if you have them.

Thanks so much in advance,

-Brad, Mary, Monica, and Jarod
"Independence"
2004 Catalina 320 Hull 1006
Middle River, MD