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5/ Electrical Systems
5.1 GENERAL
Your boat operates on a 12-volt DC system, similar to those found on cars. However,
your boat uses AGM deep-cycle marine batteries, which differ from the lead-acid type
batteries, found in cars. These high-performance batteries can handle the additional
electrical load and environmental stress required to operate in a marine environment.
Never replace your batteries with automotive style batteries.
Your boat’s electrical system includes all wiring from the engine, helm, and accessories.
An electrical schematic is included in the Appendix of this manual for troubleshooting.
Always use marine grade components when replacing electrical components, as all
other components will deteriorate quickly in a marine environment. As usual, the best
way to ensure that all repairs are done properly is to have them performed only by a
certified dealer or technician.
5.2 AUTOMATIC CHARGING RELAY SYSTEM
Your boat is equipped with an automatic charging relay system, which will automatically
combine your battery zones when the engine is running for charging, and isolate them
when the engines are off. With this system, you will not need to use the battery selector
switch to charge your boat’s batteries.
Battery Zones
Your boat is equipped with three battery zones. Your boat uses a main battery control
switch which will remotely turn on the remote switches (RBS). There is a separate
remote switch (RBS) for each bank. Your boat is also equipped with a Battery Parallel
control switch which will control a remote charging relay switch (ML-ACR). When running
the boat the Parallel switch should be in the AUTO position. The only time the Parallel
switch should be in the combined position is in the event of a low engine cranking
battery. Doing this will combine all 3 banks together allowing you to start the engine.
Once started, return the switch to the auto position. When leaving the boat unattended,
both the battery switch and parallel switch should
be in the “OFF” position. In the event
of a failure of the control switch all the remote switches offer manual control. For long
term storage out of the water it is recommended to manually turn the remote switches
off.
AVOID LEAVING THE PARALLEL SWITCH IN T
HE “COMBINED”
POSITION. THIS CAN CAUSE ALL ZONES TO DISCHARGE,
INCLUDING THE ENGINE BATTERIES.
5.3 PANEL SWITCHES
Your boat is equipped with panel-mounted breakers located at the starboard helm which
encompasses main, 24hr, and circuit breakers. Switches are provided at the helm for
navigation lights, deck lights, spreader lights, helm lights, cabin lights, locker lights, horn,
bilge pumps, livewell, raw water pump, fresh water pump, and one accessory. A wiring
diagram is included with this manual to assist with troubleshooti
ng of the boat’s electrical
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