Frequently Asked Questions
THE RAINTAKER SOLAR BILGE PUMP
ZODIACS, RIB, ALUMINUM HULLS, WOODEN DINGHIES AND COVERS
How do I use Raintaker?
Simply use the included wall charger when you receive your Raintaker. Plug the unit into the wall (120V US) for 4 hours to pre-condition the internal battery. After 4 hours, the Raintaker is ready to use. The Raintaker will not need to plugged into the wall again as long as it remains outside and in view of daylight.
Set the Raintaker on your vessel floor / deck, cover or bilge and lay the included discharge hose over the side of your boat. That’s it!
We include 6.5’ of hose to use Raintaker in a variety of ways. If your using the Raintaker on a smaller boat, skiff, Zodiac etc.. you can easily trim the hose to a custom length to ensure the hose is able to go directly over the side of the vessel and into the water. The Raintaker will automatically remove water, day or night.
How does Raintaker work?
Raintaker has built in water sensors that detect rising water levels. Once water is detected, Raintaker will activate to remove the accumulated water. Water detection typically happens with 1” of water or less, making this a true low-profile pump. RAINTAKER DOES NOT USE FLOAT SWITCHES.
Raintaker uses its internal battery to run its internal pump, automatically.
Can Raintaker be used on all boat covers / boat surfaces?
Yes! Raintaker is designed for all boat surfaces including fiberglass, wood and aluminum. The built-in 3M traction pad on the bottom of the unit allows the Raintaker to stay in place on nearly every surface, even during high winds. The unique design of the Raintaker keeps the 316L components at a safe distance from your vessels finish, eliminating any worry of scratching or marring.
The unit is designed to be left outside, on the topside, bilge or boat cover. It is fully automatic, with no buttons or switches to worry about.
Does Raintaker have to be charged after every use?
No. The unit will charge itself during daylight hours (even when it is less than “sunny” out). Raintaker is ready to remove water, day and night. The Raintaker is designed to be left outside and in view of the sky whenever possible to keep its battery full and ready for use.
Can I use Raintaker as a stand-alone portable bilge pump?
Yes! Raintaker can be used in any area that needs water removal. With its automatic activation, Raintaker will remove water when it starts to accumulate. This is ideal for unattended boats, ensuring your boat won’t take on water while you are away.
Without any cables and utilizing solar charging only, The Raintaker can go from 0% to 100% charge with 4-5 hours of strong sun. It will go from 0% to 30% charge with 1 hour of sun exposure (enough to start pumping water if detected), eliminating the need for any cables, plugs or wires.
Daily daylight will keep the Raintaker charged to 100% and ready for activation. If it sits in your unattended boat or boat cover, it will remain charged and activate automatically when water is detected, day or night - for months on end.
