Chaparral 420 PREMIERE, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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STARTING THE GENERATOR
1. Before you start your generator, check all fluid
levels. In the DC cabin panel area is a blower
switch. Please run the blowers for four minutes
prior to running the generator.
2. Ensure that all AC breakers are turned off.
3. Press the switch for the generator to start.
4. Allow the generator to smooth out before you
make the transfer.
5. Switch shore power breaker off, then move the
slide bar over so that the generator breaker is
visible. Turn the generator breaker on. You may
then turn on any breakers that you will need at
this time.
SHIFTING FROM GENERATOR POWER
TO SHORE POWER
If you are running your boat’s AC systems on the
generator and wish to dock to shore power, you will
need to do the following:
1. Shut all AC breakers to the OFF position.
2. Go into the cockpit (port swim platform area) and
unscrew the Hubble to reveal the shore cord.
3. A switch runs the shore cord out, or you may use
your remote to run the cable master out.
4. Once you have enough cord reeled out to plug
into the dock power, make sure the dock AC
power breaker is turned to the OFF position.
5. Plug the shore cord into the dock AC power twist
to lock and ensure that the plug is secured.
6. The reverse polarity light is located in the bilge
area port aft of the boat. A green light should be
lit. If a red light is lit, unplug the shore cord
immediately and have a qualified electrician
check all AC connections.
7. Once you re-enter the cabin area, you are ready
to transfer power. Move the slide bar over so
that the shore breaker is visible. Turn the shore
breaker ON.
8. Breakers can be turned on at this time.
STOPPING THE GENERATOR
1. Prior to shutting down the generator, make sure
that all cabin AC breakers are in the OFF position.
2. Push the start/stop switch to shut down the
generator.
3. You are now ready to transfer to shore power.
REFER TO THE OWNER’S MANUAL PACKET FOR
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.
STEERING SYSTEM
Other than the common sense and good judgment
of the operator, the steering system is the most
important safety system on your boat. Factors
requiring operator attention for safe steering include
engine torque, trim tabs settings, waves, and speed.
Power steering provides positive steering control
while providing the operator with the steering sensi-
tivity and “feel” needed for good steering control. An
electronic system connects the steering wheel to the
propulsion system.
Note: Your boat has a electronic steering sys-
tem. Refer to manufacturer’s owner’s manual
found in your owner’s packet for detailed infor-
mation regarding use, care and maintenance of
the steering system.
REFER TO THE OWNER’S MANUAL PACKET FOR
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.
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WARNING: DO NOT run the engine or genera-
tor in an enclosed area, such as a closed boat
house, as there is the possibility of build-up and
inhalation of carbon monoxide.