Edgewater Networks 268 Center Console, Owner'S Manual

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5/Electrical Systems
5.1 General
Your EdgeWater 268CC operates on a 12 volt DC system, similar to your automobile. The
batteries, (3 standard, a 4
th
is optional), are typically lead acid type and require similar
maintenance to your car’s battery. A standard battery isolator and all batteries are located inside
the console behind the rear wall access doors.
5.2 Panel Switches
Your EdgeWater 268CC is equipped with panel mounted breakers. On the 268CC helms’
console, switches are provided for navigation lights, deck lights, helm light, manual bilge pump,
two for livewells (one accessory), raw and freshwater pumps, fishbox pumpout, spreader lights for
t-top (optional), and 2 accessory switches. Located inside the console, the battery switch panel
also includes breakers for the following: helm main, electric main, electric head, anchor windlass
(optional), forward and aft bilges, memory, and one spare. A wiring diagram is included with this
manual to assist you in troubleshooting the boat’s electrical system. Please note that the
accessory circuits are each protected by a circuit breaker. Check that the requirement of any
device you install does not exceed the rating of the circuit breaker.
Your 268CC is equipped with three batteries as standard, designated “PORT ENGINE”, “STBD
ENGINE”, and “HOUSE”, with all connected to a battery isolator. The selector switches provide
isolation for each battery and also provide the ability to have a back up in case of a dead or weak
battery, as the batteries are wired in parallel. When in port and running accessories such as
entertainment equipment or pumps, the “HOUSE” battery switch should be set to “on” and the
“PORT” and “STBD” batteries should be set to “off” unless the engines are to be started. When
leaving the boat unattended, all switches should be in the “off” position. Current is supplied to the
automatic float switch and the bilge pump even when the battery selector switches are in the “off”
position.
5.3 Electrical System Maintenance
At the beginning and end of each season the exposed electrical components of the switch panel
should be sprayed with a non-conductive rust/corrosion inhibiting spray. Light bulb connections
and running light connections should be covered with a non-water soluble lubricant. Care must
be taken not to get grease on the glass portion of the lights, as it will cause them to overheat and
burn out. Inspect all wiring for breaks, loose terminals and sound insulation. Replace worn or
deteriorated components. Check the electrolyte level in the batteries regularly and fill with distilled
water, as necessary.
DO NOT OVERFILL.