Chaparral 246 SSI 2019, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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2019 246 SSI SPORT BOAT
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alternator to recharge both batteries.
Note: When recharging a low battery, be sure to run the engine for a
sufficient amount of time to fully recharge the battery.
Note: Chaparral does not recommend any other settings than
mentioned because of possible damage to batteries or engine
alternator.
Optional AC/DC Converter and Battery Charger
Your Chaparral boat may have an optional battery charging system
which operates off 120 or 220 volt AC power from shore power system.
Turn the charger on at the main cabin electrical panel whenever your
boat is connected to shore power to keep batteries fully charged. The
AC‐to‐DC converting and charging system is fully automatic and
permanently wired into the 12 volt DC system. If the monitored battery
level drops under the full charge range, the charger automatically turns
ON and restores the battery to FULL charge status. If the battery is
deeply discharged, the charger will deliver full output. Output
automatically decreases as the battery is charged. If the battery is fully
charged, the charger provides a trickle charge as needed.
Optional 120 or 220 Volt AC Power
The alternating current (AC) electrical system operates of a standard 30
amp 120 or 220 volt, 50 or 60 cycle shower power system. The main
distribution panel is in the cabin area.
Ground Fault Interrupter Outlet
The ground fault interrupter outlet provides protection against currents
which can be dangerous even though they do not overload circuit
breakers. These outlets which have a test and reset switch in the middle
of the faceplate provide ground fault protection to the head and galley
outlets on the boat. If there is a difference of more than 5 milliamperes, a
safety switch trips in the outlet and interrupts the circuit. This protects
the person who is operating the electrical equipment from serious
electric shock or loss of life. The outlet may not eliminate the feeling of
an electric shock, but it does open the circuit quickly enough to prevent
injury to a person of normal health.
When the outlet’s circuit breaker is tripped, you must push the RESET
button. Check this outlet periodically by pushing the TEST button.
Pushing the TEST button cuts power to the 120 and 220 volt outlets.
General Electrical System Information
Electrical panel and shore power inlet wire connections may possibly
loosen over time. Chaparral recommends having your dealer check these
connections at least annually, or if you are having any electrical system
problem. Due to potential electrical shock hazard, do not attempt this
service procedure yourself. Your dealer is trained to properly diagnose
and correct electrical problems safely.
Lighting
Lighting operates off the 12 volt DC system. Turn lights on or off at the
main electrical panel in the cabin or at the light fixture. See your
Chaparral dealer for information regarding bulb replacement.
Electrolysis and Sacrificial Anodes
Many boaters are unaware of the problems associated with electrolysis
and how to properly address corrosion issues. Electrolysis is a reaction
between metal and electrical energy. Electrolysis occurs when electrical
current is “leaking” into the water, and can come from a variety of things
such as ship to shore power, sharing electrical wires, old electrical
devices in contact with the water, batteries in boats, etc.
Electrolysis can also be caused by “stray currents” due to a fault in an
electrical item, even though correctly grounded.
Electrolysis/corrosion is a very real issue and expense for any boater
and boat owners must be aware of the proper protection and
maintenance. Corrosion will directly affect the performance of your boat
within a very short period of time.
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