AC condensate in 473 bilge

[Kidd, James]

Hello all,

I have noticed a large amount of what I believe is condensate from my AC units under my engine and transmission area.

I've been running my AC quite a bit more this year than previous years, as it's been so hot, but in the past I've never noticed this condensate.

Is something wrong?
Where does this condensate usually go?
I haven't climbed down to the area of the AC unit to see how things work back there but I'm just wondering if someone else has experienced this condition.

Thanks,

James

2004 B473
Adventure Galley

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[lawrence schneider]

I had a similar issue (on a 423) two months ago after running the AC almost continuously -except when sailing - for two weeks. Never happened before or after.

Water was clear so I assumed it came from condensate rather than rain/deck leakage.

Dealer was puzzled but said it was most likely condensate.

Larry
Dragon3

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[Ben Campbell]

My 31 came with a condensate pump that pumped the condensate tray via
the a/c cooling water output. It worked "fair" at best, and failed after
a couple of years. I was unable to find an exact replacement, but did
find a similar replacement pump, but have not gotten around to
installing it. Here in Texas, the a/c runs all summer.

If you never had the issue before, you might check the state of your
a/c's drip tray. Mine is composite, but some are steel and known to rust
out.

Ben Campbell
2009 Beneteau 31 "Dancing Days"
Lewisville Lake, TX

[lawrence schneider]

[lawrence schneider]

Ben,

Good suggestion.

Thank you,

larry

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[rvluc...@yahoo.com]

Watch for leaks in HW tank lines when under pressure. Chronic problem for B.

Bob L

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[Kidd, James]

Thanks, yes, I've changed those already as there was a leak there two years ago.
I've also noticed a lot of the plastic T fittings get cracks in them. This is no doubt because they are not installed properly
And they are under a bit of stress. Had issues there this spring.
This water seems to be funky smelling like mildew, and slightly yellow from sitting in the bilge for a while.
I guess I'll climb down in the back and check out my tray and condensate pump.

Thanks for the input


James A. Kidd


Kaydon Regional Manager
Northeast Office
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Jk...@Kaydon.com
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[lawrence schneider]

Bob,

Never thought of that. Will have to check aft external shower lines.

Thank you,

larry

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[Larry Cost]

It is condensate. I had the same problem. Limber hole in the back is probably stopped up causing the condensate to overflow into the area you mention. I installed a pump in the back and put a T into the conduit scupper. Works great..

Larry Cost
s/v TraSea

[Kidd, James]

Larry,

What kind of a pump did you use? A small village pub with automatic switch?

James A. Kidd
Kaydon Regional Manager
Northeast Office
617-448-2575
Jk...@Kaydon.com
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[Larry Cost]

James,
I actually just bought a normal household condensate pump from Home Depot. I placed it in the back with the condensate drain ran into it. I cut off the plug and permanently connect the power to the AC board on the Air conditioner. It has a float switch that comes on when the container fills. Simple and effective so far. I want to do the same for the forward unit but finding a place to drain overboard is more complicated.

Larry Cost
S/V TraSea