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Sailors Can Dress Well Too! - S7:E09
October 1, 2021 · 12 min · 212K views · Belize
What this video covers
The crew of a charter catamaran in Belize experiences a failure of the freshwater pump’s external pressure regulator, which emits a burning smell and cuts off water flow.3:31 After initially troubleshooting the wiring, the crew replaces the unit with a smaller spare pump that utilizes an internal pressure regulator.4:01 While motoring in light winds, the crew navigates to a marina to restock groceries and water.0:58 They later transit a narrow, shallow cut toward the barrier reef while relying on visual navigation because the boat’s depth sounder is non-functional.7:10 The vessel anchors at South Water Key, where the crew visits the Pelican Beach Resort.7:53 The transit involves careful maneuvering through shallow water and monitoring of chart accuracy.7:26 Replacing a failed external pressure regulator with a pump featuring an internal regulator restores the vessel's water system.4:01
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