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The fuel pump and filter are located just outboard of the heater in a very convenient
locker. A bracket was built to hold the fuel filter and mounted in the locker.
Next the filter and pump were installed and the fuel line run aft to the tank.
Wiring for the pump and combustion assist fan was run next and a terminal placed in the locker to connect
them.
A fuel
shutoff valve was installed between the pump and heater in the fuel line before it ran out of the cabinet to join the three
feet of copper line running to the heater.
The switch for the pump and
fan was installed in the electrical panel at the nav station.
Next the deck fill and tank vents were installed and sealed up with caulk.
This gave me an opportunity to verify the condition the balsa core in the decking and was very pleased to find it dry
as a bone.
The fuel line, vent line and lastly the fill lines were connected and all lines secured in place.
I was very glad to have this part done as I am a big girl, 6’2” and these were very tight quarters
to work in.
Next I removed the old solid fuel heater and decided I needed
more room for the new heater. I would have to relocate one of my drawers to make the necessary space. After removing the drawer
and filling in the gapping hole left by its removal I went shopping for tiles to line the space with. The
tiles I selected were a good match as they were a mottled sea mist green that went well with the upholstery in the cabin.
Next I fitted the heater and drip pan in pace to mark the mounting holes and location of the holes that
were needed to run fuel lines.
After drilling and cutting the tiles they were cemented in place, grouted and left to dry.
The drip pan secured.
Fuel lines bent, and ran to the mounted heater.
The overflow drip container
is installed in a locker beneath the heater where it is very accessible.
The fuel line from the pump and the electrical connection to the combustion assist fan are made.
The new flue is connected to the old Charlie Noble and is ready to be tested.
All that was left was touching up the wood work and enjoying the comfort of my new heater.
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