Okay to run all 5 ballast puppies at once?

[Dreamer 96]

We picked up a SuckGate to try something new on our SV244. We filled all ballast, five of them pumped in. Is there any issue running all the pumps at the same time with the engine running?

[wheels 151]

No, I run mine with boat off and still never an issue, I do have separate battery banks.

[InfinitySurf 302]

I do the same thing and run my pumps with engine off. I only have 3 pumps tho since I have Ramfill. 1 for bow and 2 for rear lockers. I also have 2 banks....and added a 3rd battery on my accessory side but ran the pumps the same way before I added the 3rd battery last summer. Definitely no issue running all the pumps with engine on tho I would think, especially if you are keeping batteries on a smart charger when off the water to keep them topped off so the last (and check the water level in batteries at least once a year, add distilled water if low). Keeping water at right level and the charge topped off, will maximize the life

[Troy 234]

I completely agree with checking water levels.  I had my accessory battery not acting right. Checked the water and it was gone.  Refilled with distilled water and all is good again.