Overview

The Jabsco 29240-0000 is a manual bulkhead bilge pump for boats that need hand-operated bilge drainage from a bulkhead or deck location without relying on electrical power. It connects to 25 mm (1 inch) hose, uses a detachable stainless steel handle, and can be mounted on a bulkhead or directly on deck.

Its body and port arrangement can be set in 96 positions, which helps when hose runs are tight or the pump has to fit around lockers, liners, or existing plumbing. Nominal dimensions are 250 mm long, 170 mm wide, and 120 mm high, with a 260 mm handle, so it suits installations where space is limited but handle access still matters.

This pump is intended for clearing standing bilge water. It works well as a manual backup on boats with electric bilge pumps, or as a simple primary hand pump where low power draw, straightforward installation, and easy access are more important than a wired system.

Key features

• Manual bulkhead or deck-mount bilge pump for boats that need a hand-operated drainage option
• Connections sized for 25 mm (1 inch) bore hose
• Body and ports can be positioned in 96 ways to help with awkward hose routing
• Detachable stainless steel handle with mounting clips
• Nominal pump dimensions of 250 x 170 x 120 mm with a 260 mm handle
• Useful as part of a bilge setup that still works when onboard power is off

Installation and fit

This pump makes the most sense where the handle can be reached quickly from the cockpit, companionway, or another protected access point close to the bilge line. The 1 inch hose size is common on smaller manual bilge layouts, and the flexible port orientation helps when replacing an older hand pump or working around limited mounting space.

A solid mounting surface helps the pump stay steady under repeated strokes. The adjustable layout is especially helpful on refit jobs where the inlet and outlet hoses do not line up neatly with the mounting face.

Use on board

This is a practical match for owners who want a hand pump that stays usable if the battery is isolated or the electrical system is down. It fits well on sailboats, small fishing boats, tenders, and cruising boats that carry a manual backup as part of a sensible bilge plan.

It is meant for standing bilge water rather than major hull ingress, so it belongs in a system that includes the right emergency pumping strategy for the boat.