12. Generator (Optional)
Read the generator owner's manual.
Open and check generator sea valves (raw water inlet and exhaust outlet) and intake
strainer.
Open generator fuel shut-OFF valve. (Located in the lazarette at the tank.)
Turn “ON” the Generator Start Battery On / Off Switch. The switch is located on the
starboard face of the companionway.
Start generator by following procedures in generator owners manual.
Generator will lose fuel supply before tank is empty. The fuel supply system is designed
to prevent a running generator from emptying the fuel tank. It is the responsibility of
every captain to monitor the vessel’s fuel level and ensure that enough fuel is on board
to safely operate the vessel’s machinery.
Select the generator (optional) as the power source for the AC electrical system.
Turn ON loads that will draw 1/2 the capacity of the unit.
Check voltage and amperage draw.
Check for fuel, water and exhaust leaks.
13. Inverter (Optional)
Read the inverter owner’s manual.
Turn OFF the “main panel breaker” in the 120V AC electrical distribution panel.
Activate the inverter with its switch located above to the electrical distribution panel.
Turn ON loads that will draw 1/2 the capacity of the unit.
Check voltage and amperage draw.
14. Fresh Water System
Fill the water tanks.
Turn “ON” the 12V DC branch circuit breaker for the pressure water pump and check
the pump operation.
Check delivery of cold water to all faucets and cockpit shower.
Fill the hot water heater tank and hot water lines by drawing water through the hot
water side of the galley faucet.
When the water heater is full, turn “ON” 120V AC branch circuit breaker for the water
heater and check for hot water. It will take a while before the heater warms the water.
Check that the water heater works when operated from the engine heat transfer system.
Open the valves on the engine.
Note:
These valves should be left “OPEN” under normal operation.
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Summary of Contents for Back Cove 30
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