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Fill: Base of the mast <br>
Fill: Base of the mast <br>
Vent: Inside of mast locker <br>
Vent: Inside of mast locker <br>
Access to tank and tank gauge: Behind the starboard side settee back  <br>
Access to tank and tank gauge: Behind the starboard side settee back  <br><br>
''Upgrades:''  <br>
''Upgrades:''  <br>
Some cruisers have installed a shutoff valve on the vent line to prevent salt water from entering the fresh water tank during rough seas <br>
Some cruisers have installed a shutoff valve on the vent line to prevent salt water from entering the fresh water tank during rough seas <br><br>
''Potential issue:'' <br>
''Potential issue:'' <br>
If the water tank is overfilled or when sailing in rough conditions it is possible for the water tank to crack and leak water.  The repair is major, requiring cutting out the floor and repairing the damage.  Later boats have an improved design. <br>
If the water tank is overfilled or when sailing in rough conditions it is possible for the water tank to crack and leak water.  The repair is major, requiring cutting out the floor and repairing the damage.  Later boats have an improved design. <br>

Revision as of 11:08, 2 May 2026

Capacity: 600 liters
Location: The water tank is integrated into the hull beneath the saloon table
Fill: Base of the mast
Vent: Inside of mast locker
Access to tank and tank gauge: Behind the starboard side settee back

Upgrades:
Some cruisers have installed a shutoff valve on the vent line to prevent salt water from entering the fresh water tank during rough seas

Potential issue:
If the water tank is overfilled or when sailing in rough conditions it is possible for the water tank to crack and leak water. The repair is major, requiring cutting out the floor and repairing the damage. Later boats have an improved design.