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Drain valve operation, Operation – Mercury Marine Heavy Duty 899846001 User Manual

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OPERATION

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Drain Valve Operation

The inflatable boat will be fitted with one of two types of drain

valves. A slide drain valve or a plug drain valve.

c

d

e

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a

b

a -

Slide drain valve

b -

Plug drain valve

c -

Open position

d -

Closed position

e -

Plug

SLIDE DRAIN VALVE OPERATION

When underway, slide the drain to the open position and the water

will automatically run out. The inner diaphragm will prevent water

from returning. After the water has been drained, slide the drain to

the closed position.

PLUG DRAIN VALVE OPERATION

When underway, remove the plug from the drain and the water will

automatically run out. The inner diaphragm will prevent water from

returning. After the water has been drained, replace the plug.