Camanos 31 Owner's Handbook Manual - page 23
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Hot Water System
Water can also collect in the bilge and around the stringers in the area of the hot water heater (port side
at the forward engine room bulkhead). A removable plastic container (port side against forward engine
room bulkhead) is used to catch the overflow from the domestic hot water pressure relief system.
Useful Tip: If you spend most of your nights in marinas or use the boat for day trips, you can
eliminate the overflow of water from the hot water heater by turning off the water heater valves on the
front of the Volvo engine. These valves are attached to red hoses that circulate the engine coolant
through a heat exchanger in the water heater, thereby heating the water. If you have these valves
closed and later decide you will need hot water, open the valves at least 45 minutes prior to reaching
your anchorage. This provides sufficient time for the water to heat.
Shaft Seal
Camanos are fitted with a dripless shaft seal and have dry bilges. Condensation can account for small
amounts of water in the bilge. This is normal and should not be a source of concern.
Shower Pump
A shower pump has been installed which discharges shower water overboard without allowing any into
the bilge. This pump is controlled by a switch outboard and below the mirror in the head. It can be run
dry for short periods, so you can turn it on just before showering and off when you finish. This switch,
by the way, gets its power from the breaker on the electrical panel marked "Head."
Domestic Water
A leak in the domestic water system, if it occurs, should be fairly obvious although it can occur
anywhere lines are fitted. If the water pump runs continuously or cycles on and off when no water is
being used then you have a problem. If the pump is turned off, you won't know about a leak until you
find things floating. In most instances, however, leaks will appear at the tubing connections and can
often be fixed by tightening the fittings. It is unlikely that the lines will burst should they freeze -- the
tubing and fittings are made of a plastic that will accept some expansion. Freezing can happen,
however, and steps should be taken to prevent this during the winter months.
SPRING HAULOUT
This is the one time of the year where you have a chance to go over the boat, give her a detailed
inspection, and get her ready for the coming season. If, like the boats of most Camano owners, yours is
in the water year round, it would probably be a good idea to haul her after the initial growth spurt of
most marine life that occurs in early spring. If you wait for the initial flurry to be over you will have
fewer bottom fouling problems for the rest of that boating season.
Haul-out
If your boat comes out of the water hanging on slings under a Travel Lift or a crane, it is important that
the slings be properly positioned. There are decals showing exactly where the slings should be placed
but in case yours came off this is what you do. The sling under the bow is placed under the V-berth
bulkhead. This bulkhead is in line with the second bow rail stanchion counting the first stanchion as
the one closest to the head and galley port lights. The stern sling is placed under the main door (salon)