Bayliner Ciera, User Manual

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Chapter 2: Components/Systems 11
3055 EL Ciera Sunbridge • Owner’s Manual Supplement
Generator Power (Option)
Your boat may be equipped with an optional gas or diesel generator. Prior to initially operating your generator, read
the generator manual for detailed information on pre-start checks, break-in procedures and starting instructions.
Observe the following about your generator:
• Polarity has been established in the installation of the generator, therefore the polarity lights will not function
while in this mode.
• The generator’s main circuit breaker is located on the generator.
• The generator runs off the port engine battery.
• In addition to servicing the filters attached to the generator, the filter/separator (located near the fuel line valves)
should be serviced as described in the manufacturer’s manual.
• The coolant mixture installed at the factory consists of equal parts of water and anti-freeze (Ethylene Glycol). The
coolant bottle for the generator is located on the forward bulkhead in the generator compartment.
• Frequently check the generator’s seawater strainer for leaks and/or debris as outlined in the seawater strainer
section of this Supplement.
• To monitor the voltage generated by the generator, switch the voltage selector switch to the generator position.
Diesel Generator Operation
1. Open the main generator’s seawater intake valve (seacock) before starting the generator and keep the seacock
valve open during generator operation.
2. Operate the bilge blowers for a minimum of four minutes prior to starting the generator. The blower switch is
located on the AC panel near the generator controls. If your boat is running below cruising speed, leave the
blowers on while the generator is operating.
3. Verify that the port engine battery switch is turned on.
4. On the AC panel (see drawing on previous page), press and hold the pre-heat switch on for one minute to allow
for pre-heating. While holding the generator’s pre-heat switch, activate the start switch. As the engine starts,
continue to hold the pre-heat switch until oil pressure is indicated on the pressure gauge.
• If equipped with two shore power inlets, the AC panel will have two independent master
breakers installed, labeled line one and line two which correspond to line one and line two
shore power inlets. A master breaker energizes the component breakers that are positioned
directly below that master breaker. To activate component breakers below the other master
breaker, shore power or (optional) generator power must be supplied to the other shore
power inlet.
• Voltage can be read on the AC panel’s voltmeter by setting the voltmeter selector switch.
NOTI C E
SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Always verify that the generator’s seawater intake valve (seacock) is in the open position
prior to starting the generator and keep the seacock open until the generator is turned off.
• Never operate the generator starter for more than 30 seconds. If the generator does not
start, wait at least 30 seconds before another start attempt is made.
• After starting the generator, wait for the generator to stabilize before activating component
breakers on the AC panel.
• Never switch the AC panel’s master breaker to the shore power position while the generator
is operating.
CAUTI O N!
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