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A R L I N
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D
OCKSIDE
P
OWER
The dockside power feature allows the use of AC equipment on board the boat. This
equipment includes any permanently installed appliances such as a battery charger or water
heater, or it may be a household item plugged into a receptacle. The dockside power is utilized by
connecting the heavy-duty cable supplied with the boat to an appropriate external power source.
This cable provides power to the boat’s AC inlet that is wired to the AC panel. The AC panel
allows for distribution to the various appliances and outlets. See the
“Dockside Wiring” on
page 8–33
for more information on component location and wiring specifics.
Connecting The Dockside Power
1. Verify that the external power source is a 3 wire grounded system with amperage and
voltage ratings compatible with the boat’s AC system ratings.
2. Be sure there is sufficient cable length to allow for normal movement between the boat and
the dock.
3. Turn all AC panel switches (including the main) to the off position. Turn the circuit breaker
under the starboard gunwale to off. Turn the circuit breaker at the dock outlet to off.
4. Connect the dockside power cable at the boat inlet first.
5. Connect the dockside power cable at the dock outlet and turn the dock outlet circuit breaker
to on.
6. Turn the circuit breaker under the starboard gunwale to the on position.
7. Turn the main circuit breaker to the on position.
Disconnecting The Dockside Power
1. Switch all circuit breakers at the boat’s AC panel off.
2. Switch the circuit breaker under the starboard gunwale off”
3. Switch the circuit breaker off at the dock outlet.
4. Disconnect the dockside power cable at the dock outlet first.
5. Disconnect the dockside power cable at the boat inlet.
C A U T I O N
Always disconnect the dockside power cable if leaving the boat unattended for an extended period
of time.
W A R N I N G
If the reverse polarity indicator on the AC panel is activated, immediately disconnect the dockside
power cable, and have a qualified electrician correct the fault.
N O T I C E
Keep inlet cover closed tightly when not in use.
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