A seawater strainer of sufficient capacity should be mounted to the seacock or permanent structure at a point not higher than the seawater pump. The strainer should be accessible for servicing. See Figure
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1. | Seawater Pump | 3. Seacock |
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Figure 6-13. Seawater Strainer
NOTE
Some seawater strainers include seacock and intake
Waterlines from the seacock to the
NOTE
A 5/8 in. (16 mm) waterline hose can be substituted for the recommended 3/4 in. waterline hose.
Piping should be kept straight and as short as possible. See Figure
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1. 3/4 in. Seawater Pump Inlet
Figure 6-14. Seawater Inlet Connection
Closed/Heat Exchanger
A closed, heat exchanger cooling system, the best alternative for most applications especially if craft is to be operated in salt waters or waters with high silt content, is provided as part of the generator set.
Service accessibility must be provided for the heat exchanger pressure cap. See Figure