Its important to perform regular maintenance on your water separator. Moisture and foreign substances can get into your equipment, causing all sorts of problems. You want to know if a part needs to be cleaned, repaired, or replaced, before you get into serious trouble.
A water separator thats not maintained can lead to any number of complications. A problem in the engine can lead to a decrease in performance. This can result in a stall or even a boating accident. Repairs that could have once been prevented could end up being extremely costly. Ive seen people have to retire from boating altogether because of the mounting expense.
What Do I Need In A Water Separator?
If youre buying a water separator you should do a little research first. There are a few things you want to look for. What is the maximum fuel flow? Anything approaching 200 gallons an hour is definitely outstanding. What is the core made of? Is it designed to keep moisture and other foreign substances out?
Some leading models of water separators include Racor and Paul Pfaff. You can purchase a water separator at any well stocked boating supply store. The items are also available for purchase on the internet and through catalogs. I recommend the internet for boating supply purchases. Not only can you do it from the convenience of your home, but youll have access to hundreds of suppliers. This will offer you the exact part you want at the price you can afford.
