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electrical systems
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The Power System is, supplied fitted in a
convenient position and comprises:
(a) Mains Unit
(b) 12V Distribution
(c) Charger/ Transformer Unit
TRAnSfoRMER/CHARGER UnIT
The transformer/charger unit has important
safety features:
• Overload protection
• Short circuit protection
The unit has been designed not only to operate
as a battery charger, but also for use as a
power supply, should a 12V DC battery not be
present in circuit. It is, however, recommended
that a good quality leisure battery is installed.
energy management system
GETTInG STARTED
Your Autocruise Energy Management System
includes advanced features to keep your
electrical system up and running for the
maximum amount of time between battery
charges.
The Control Panel keeps you informed as to
the condition of the Batteries and lets you
decide how long the system will last before
re-charging is necessary.
The electrical systems are switched on and
off using the Button to the left of the display.
For security purposes, this button has to be
held for approximately two seconds and will
operate when you release the button. (This is
to prevent accidental operation).
The system will automatically test itself when
it is turned on, and then go to the main
clock display.
USInG THE ConTRoL PAnEL
The Buttons to the right of the Panel are used
to Control the System:
The Clock Button shows the Clock screen.
The Lights Button turns the Entry Lights on and off.
A Red LED next to the Button shows when the
Lights are on. This is useful for highlighting
when there may be a problem with the circuit,
for example a blown Bulb.
noTE: This circuit has an automatic
protection system which restores power
when a short circuit is removed, without
the need to change any fuses.
The Voltmeter Button shows the Voltage of
both the Starter and Auxiliary Batteries. This is
a useful indication as to their charge condition.
A “ “ in the top left hand corner of the
display indicates when the mains hook-up is
plugged in and switched on.
NOTE: This symbol is shown only on the Energy
management screens (i.e. Voltmeters, Battery
info, Solar and Ammeter displays), not on the
Clock screen.
Each Voltage has a battery symbol next to it.
This shows when a particular Battery is being
charged (see the “Advanced features” section
at the end of this guide).
The LED next to the volt button will flash if any
battery voltage is starting to get low. When
you see this, press the button to display the
voltmeter screen.
The Amps Button displays the current being
used by the electrical systems.
A positive number indicates the Aux Batteries
are charging, a negative value shows that you
are discharging the Batteries.
