Smartbail manual bilge pump - 25 mm and 38 mm fittings

Before installing the Whale Smartbail BP5012 pump, check the following points:

Ensure there is sufficient space behind the bulkhead for the pump’s full depth, including inlet and outlet hoses. Verify adequate clearance is available to operate the pump handle when fully open. Select a flat, suitable mounting location.

The Whale Smartbail BP5012 pump is designed to be installed through a bulkhead. It is essential to ensure there is sufficient space behind the bulkhead for the pump's total depth, as well as for the inlet and outlet hoses. Additionally, adequate space must be allowed to operate the pump handle when fully open.

The pumping capacity of the Whale Smartbail BP5012 pump depends on specific installation conditions and pumping rate. Note that this capacity may not be sufficient to handle a rapid influx of water. The combined discharge and suction head (head and lift) must be less than 3 meters.

The Whale Smartbail BP5012 manual bilge pump is fitted with fittings compatible with 25 mm (1 inch) and 38 mm (1 1/2 inch) hoses.

The Whale Smartbail BP5012 pump is specifically designed to pump stagnant water. If you intend to use it for another purpose or with other types of liquids, it is your responsibility to verify that the pump is suitable for the intended use and that its materials are fully compatible with the liquids in question.

The Whale Smartbail BP5012 manual bilge pump is designed for manual pumping and draining of stagnant water in a boat’s bilge. It belongs to Whale’s Smartbail range.

The Whale Smartbail bilge pump is designed to pump out stagnant water and dry the bilge. It is specifically intended for installation through a bulkhead.

The Whale Smartbail pump is made from glass-filled polypropylene, stainless steel, nitrile, and Santoprene®. The materials in direct contact with the fluid are the glass-filled polypropylene pump body, the nitrile inlet and outlet valves, and the Santoprene® diaphragm.

The Whale Smartbail pump model BP5012 comes with hose connection options for 25 mm (1 inch) and 38 mm (1 1/2 inch) pipes.

To install the Whale Smartbail pump, you must cut a circular hole with a diameter of 140 mm (5½ in) in the bulkhead.

Installing the Whale Smartbail pump on a bulkhead takes several steps:

Select a flat location and cut a 140 mm (5½ in) diameter circular hole.Insert the pump into the hole and push it into position, ensuring the mounting block fully engages with the bulkhead.Open the handle and mark the positions of the 4 mounting holes.Remove the pump and drill 4 pilot holes 3.5 mm in diameter at the marked positions.Reinstall the pump and secure it to the bulkhead using 4 self-tapping screws 5 mm in diameter.Ensure there is enough space behind the bulkhead for the pump’s full depth, the hoses, and the full range of handle operation.

It is very important that the correct valve is installed in the correct port. Icons are present on the side of each port to confirm correct installation: a flat valve is intended for the inlet port and a tricuspid valve is intended for the outlet port.

The Whale Smartbail manual bilge pump weighs 0.6 kg.

Yes, a service kit is available for the Whale Smartbail pump. Its part number is AK5010 and it includes the diaphragm, valves, and seals.

Regular inspection of the pump is recommended. Rubber components must be replaced if worn or every three years. The AK5010 service kit is available for replacing the diaphragm, valves, and seals.