Bilge Mate Oil Absorbent Mat - 300 x 180 x 30mm | Marine Boat Maintenance RWB1422
Bilge Mate Oil Absorbent Mat - 300 x 180 x 30mm | Marine Boat Maintenance
Floating mat absorbs fuel and oil without absorbing water. Remains intact and afloat when full.
Choosing and using this product
Place the mat where it can float on contaminated bilge water without obstructing a pump, float switch, drain or other moving component. Check the available space against the stated dimensions and keep it accessible for inspection and removal. An absorbent mat is a maintenance aid, so continue to investigate the source of any oil or fuel entering the bilge.
Inspect the mat regularly and replace it when its useful capacity is reached. The catalogue's absorption figure describes uptake relative to the mat's own weight; it is not a reason to leave the bilge unchecked. The actual amount collected depends on the contamination and the conditions of use.
Keep the bilge pump and switch clear throughout use. Check that the mat cannot drift into a suction inlet as the boat moves or the water level changes. If safe positioning is uncertain, resolve that before leaving the boat unattended with the mat in place.
Handle a used mat according to what it has absorbed. Fuel or oil contamination remains relevant even when the absorbent material itself is described as biodegradable. Collect and dispose of the used item through suitable waste arrangements rather than putting it overboard or allowing oily water to escape into the marina.
After removing the mat, inspect the bilge again and address continuing leakage or contamination. A recurring sheen can signal a maintenance issue that deserves attention beyond replacing the absorbent. Keep clean replacement material protected from dirt and accidental spills so its capacity remains available when needed. Record significant contamination and repairs in the vessel's maintenance notes.
Product details
- Dimensions: 300 x 180 x 30mm
- Absorbs up to 25 times its own weight in fuel or oil
- Product code: RWB1422