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recommended size will not be covered by warranty.
Higher output additional alternators, or 230V power kits are available: if larger battery banks
are required discuss your individual power requirements with the boat builder or engine
supplier.
The maximum domestic battery bank is calculated using the following:
- Live aboard, three times domestic alternator, maximum output current.
- Weekend cruising or hire fleet use, three and a half times domestic
alternator, maximum output current.
Example 1:
Live aboard application fitted with a 150amp domestic alternator
3 x 150 = 450 ampere/hour maximum battery bank size
Example 2:
Weekend cruising or hire fleet application fitted with a 240amp domestic alternator
3.5 x 240 = 840 ampere/hour maximum battery bank size.
19. Control Panel
CAUTION
All Shire engines are supplied with an engine control panel that shows RPM and hours run
and include warning lights and a warning buzzer. The deluxe panels also have additional
gauges for the water temp, oil pressure and battery charging. The panels are designed to be
splash proof and are correctly installed with the gauges vertical. Do not install so that they
remain out in the open, or cover up when not on use.
The control panel engine tachometer is supplied already calibrated to measure correct engine
speed. If a new control panel, tachometer or alternative alternator is fitted, the tacho will
require re-calibrating.
Control Panel Calibration Procedure:
Connect control panel plug to engine wiring loom plug.
Turn ignition on (do not start engine).
Press and hold black button on rear of tacho until “H-“appears on the digital display at
the bottom of the tacho (on the front).
