Understanding Boat Plumbing and Water Systems

From John C. Payne, one of the foremost international authorities on marine electrical systems and electronics, comes an easy-to-understand yet thorough treatment of boat plumbing and water systems and the technical issues facing every boat owner, whether sail or power.

Concise, compact, and fully illustrated for easy reference, Understanding Boat Plumbing and Water Systems: 2nd Edition has been fully revised throughout. This guide offers a comprehensive coverage of the following major topics:

• Freshwater and saltwater systems
• Hot water systems
• Galley plumbing
• Watermakers
• Bilge pumps
• Shower (gray) water systems
• Sewage (black) water and MSD systems