[Donaldjames]

If the strainer is above the waterline then no issues cleaning it out with the valve open. Some of the early IPS models had the strainers mounted above the alternator. In these cases care should be taken not to allow water to drip down. Soap, glycerin or o ring grease are often used to help seal o rings and make it easier to remove in the future.

Thank you very much for the quick reply, I am going to the boat this weekend and will let you know how it goes. Thanks again for the courteous response!