E381 Macerator and Accumulator Replacement

Boats with access to deep water are plumbed for overboard discharge outside the three-mile limit. They discharge only from the holding tank, unlike older systems which permitted direct flow from the toilet. Since pump-out stations are not always handy, overboard discharge is pretty much required for long distance cruising.

A macerator pump does the job of grinding particles and paper down to 1/8th inch, so it will pass through hoses. Macerator pumps are also widely used in live...