Strainer: Marine Air Conditioning Definition
A clear-bowl filter between the seacock and the pump that catches weed, grass and jellyfish.
Strainer in a Boat Air Conditioning System
The most important maintenance item on the boat and the cause of most warm cabins in Australia. A strainer you cannot reach without unpacking a locker will not get cleaned weekly, and it needs to be in summer. Also check the bowl seal: a perished O-ring draws air and stops the pump priming.
Using Strainer Specifications in Quotes and Manuals
Use this definition to understand a quote, manual or fault report—not as an instruction to modify the boat. Before buying, compare the wording against the current manufacturer documentation. For refrigerant, fixed 240 V wiring or below-waterline work, use the official licensing and standards sources and an appropriately qualified tradesperson.
Start with the complete system guide for context, or check the owner questions for plain-language answers. Technical information can change or be wrong; the disclaimer explains the limits.