Livewell problem.

[birdgod]

Hi I have a livewell that is come install on the boat. When i turn it on it braw water from the lake and fill up the tank the excess water goes out in a tube. The problem I have right now is that, if turn off the pump after the livewell is filled. the bait die fast. If i keep it on the bait is happy but since the tube is too slow for the water to get out. it overflow..... What can i do to solve this problem?

 

[itsaboattime]

Re: Livewell problem.

You could install a smaller pump. If it doesn't pump as much water into the well, the drain will be able to keep up. It will take longer to fill but you will be able to keep it running and you bait will stay alive.

 

[fishrdan]

Re: Livewell problem.

Add a livewell timer switch, turns the pump on for a minute and off for 5 minutes (or something like that). Or, add a recirculating pump, keeps the water oxygenated.

 

[Fireman431]

Re: Livewell problem.

There is an easier way. The tube that the water comes in (from the pump) is supposed to have a small valve with a thumb screw or 90-degree lever. You regulate tha amount of water coming in with the amount going out so it's a constant flow of fresh water while remaining at the same level.

You're not supposed to turn the water off. Fresh aerated water is what's keeping the bait alive...until they get eaten, of course.

 

[EricJRW]

Re: Livewell problem.

Add a livewell timer switch, turns the pump on for a minute and off for 5 minutes (or something like that). Or, add a recirculating pump, keeps the water oxygenated.

There is an easier way. The tube that the water comes in (from the pump) is supposed to have a small valve with a thumb screw or 90-degree lever. You regulate tha amount of water coming in with the amount going out so it's a constant flow of fresh water while remaining at the same level.

You're not supposed to turn the water off. Fresh aerated water is what's keeping the bait alive...until they get eaten, of course.

I have both!

 

[Fireman431]

Re: Livewell problem.

There is an easier way. The tube that the water comes in (from the pump) is supposed to have a small valve with a thumb screw or 90-degree lever. You regulate tha amount of water coming in with the amount going out so it's a constant flow of fresh water while remaining at the same level.

You're not supposed to turn the water off. Fresh aerated water is what's keeping the bait alive...until they get eaten, of course.

I forgot to add...the black outlet will unscrew, allowing you to attach a small coiled hose (with nozzle) to give you a raw water washdown!

 

[birdgod]

Re: Livewell problem.

I forgot to add...the black outlet will unscrew, allowing you to attach a small coiled hose (with nozzle) to give you a raw water washdown!

thanks, this is what i need what is the name of the small coiled hose? how and where do i find it?

 

[Fireman431]

Re: Livewell problem.

thanks, this is what i need what is the name of the small coiled hose? how and where do i find it?

It's just a washdown hose, available at any boating store. I think they're also at Wal-Mart and other fine stores...

 

[birdgod]

Re: Livewell problem.

thanks for the info

 

[sasto]

Re: Livewell problem.

Most baitwell pumps are required to run while constantly pumping water. The coiled hose is a great idea, but I would check with the manufacturer of pump before using the hose nozzle to shut off water flow. With the hose, you may want to use the pump switch to turn on and off the water.

 

[Fireman431]

Re: Livewell problem.

Most baitwell pumps are required to run while constantly pumping water. The coiled hose is a great idea, but I would check with the manufacturer of pump before using the hose nozzle to shut off water flow. With the hose, you may want to use the pump switch to turn on and off the water.

That's correct. It's better to adjust the nozzle where a little water is always moving. The small pumps used for livewells aren't designed to maintain static pressure.