JohnnieMc
17.06.2021 20:11:17
Super Magnum AK System with AK Fangs, SeaDek cockpit n swim kits, Lithium powered 36v Riptide Ulterra with i-pilot Link trolling motor.
See full version: Auto bilge? I; m a jackass
Super Magnum AK System with AK Fangs, SeaDek cockpit n swim kits, Lithium powered 36v Riptide Ulterra with i-pilot Link trolling motor.
Sold but not forgotten-2018 Yamaha 210 FSH “Dixie Highway”
Lectrotab trim tabs with SLC-11 controller, Ribbon delete, Cobra Jet Steering Super Magnum AK system with Mega Fangs Plus, Samsung tablet as MFD with Raymarine WiFish and Navionics Plus, Standard Horizon GX 1700, NOCO onboard battery charger, onboard air compressor, ADA billet silver pissers and bilge outlet [links]
Super Magnum AK System with AK Fangs, SeaDek cockpit n swim kits, Lithium powered 36v Riptide Ulterra with i-pilot Link trolling motor. more
You are correct, when you turn the switch ON it runs constantly – which you don’t want because it could burn out the pump. Even when the bilge switch is OFF it is still cycling every 2 minutes to check for water in the hull (via the float sensor) and will pump out any water if there is any. The only way the bilge won’t cycle is if the battery switches are turned off. more
I asked my dealer, because if you read the manual closely it says:
I cut off the pic, but it goes on to tell you when the switch is on it cycles when needed. However, doing this runs the pump constantly, water or not. I emailed my dealer (who is freaking awesome) and he said: more
FNG here! First boat although in my youth I'd seen lots of time on them everywhere from fishing the jetties to working Grandpa's Shrimp boat. here
I bought an el cheapo one like this, that was five years ago, still working fine, wired up to my battery bank directly so cant be turned off by accident, solar keeps the batteries topped up enough in winter so no drama.
There does seem to be a lot of price difference - some for about 7 quid on amazon up to 50 - I know generally you get what you pay for . hence the request for recommendations. here
my delayed response here btw, has been down to me tripping off the marina when I removed some mains cable through the hole in the tv side - it's very sensitive here, the rcd tripped on the boat, the the bollard AND main back in the building. and all cause I'd pulled 3 bare wires (turned off) through a whole so as to be able to fit a bigger cable through. here
I was told by a man who tested dozens of pumps for PBO magazine that the Whale supersub is the best one, a conclusion I had already come to despite not having tested many.
Model Number: 35FA
Model Name: Rule-A-Matic with in-line fuser holder
Volts(DC): 12-24
A standard bilge pump operates by a control switch that senses water and activates the pump. Rule’s Float Switches offer outstanding performance. We use extra-large float chambers for increased buoyancy and detachable mounting bases that make them easier to install and remove for cleaning and inspection. All models are suitable for pumps that draw up to 20 amps, except the Model 35 Rule-A-Matic, which is suitable up to 14 amps. here
Year after year, the Rule-A-Matic has been the switch of choice for boaters the world over. Our latest design now includes a removable base for easy cleaning and servicing, a mercury free snap switch tested to over one million cycles and marine grade "blocked" wire. Designed for pumps drawing up to 14 Amps. Model 35A and 35FA now includes a 2 year warranty. here
Rule also produces the ECO-switch, which operates when rising bilge water levels increase air pressure. All switching gear is located outside of the bilge in a sealed, compact unit.
Marine bilge pumps are an important safety feature on any boat as they are designed to remove excess water from the bilge and keep your boat afloat when you experience serious water ingress. Fisheries Supply stocks a wide variety of both manual bilge pumps and automatic bilge pumps from all the top brands – including Rule, Shurflo, Whale, Attwood, Marco, Mate and Johnson Pumps. We also carry bilge pump float switches, along with strainers, panel switches and alarms – so if you’re looking for a new or larger boat bilge pump – shop now and save!