Carver 42 SUPER SPORT, Owner'S Manual

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DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SECTION 2
DC Electrical System
Your boat is equipped with a 12-volt DC (Direct Current) electrical system.
This is a comprehensive system that is designed to meet your present and future
12-volt electrical needs. Wire-runs and connections are positioned to prevent
abrasion and exposure to moisture, as well as to remain accessible for inspection,
repairs, and the addition of aftermarket electrical accessories.
Wires used throughout the DC electrical system are plastic coated and color-
coded. Connections are made using crimped connector points. The electrical
system is virtually maintenance free, with only the accessory batteries requiring
periodic inspection and maintenance.
Batteries
The DC electrical system is divided into three areas, each powered by one or
more 12-volt batteries:
• Engines Batteries (2)
• Accessory Batteries (2)
• Generator Battery (1)
• Optional Bow Thruster Battery (1) combined with port engine battery
Each battery can be identified by labels attached to both its positive and
negative cables.
Engine Batteries
Each propulsion engine has its own dedicated battery. Also, electricity from each
battery to its engine is controlled by a master disconnect switch. To provide
electricity to the engines, turn the master disconnect switches to the “ON”
position.
IPS System
The location of the batteries are in the engine room on the boat’s centerline,
port and starboard of the generator. The starboard engine battery is this the first
battery on the starboard side, while the port engine battery is the middle battery
on the port side.
The master disconnect switches are located in the engine room, on the electric
panel, each near its respective battery.
Inboard System
The location of the batteries are in the engine room on the boat’s centerline. The
port engine battery is the second battery from the forward bulkhead, while the
starboard engine battery is just aft of it.
The master disconnect switches are located in the engine room on the forward
bulkhead.
Refer to Section 9 - Hatches and Engine Room for the exact location of the
engine batteries.