BOAT ELECTRICAL
The electrical system is divided into two distribution systems: 110-volt AC and 12-volt DC. The systems are
controlled from the two ELECTRICAL PANELS located on the right side of the main helm. The DC
ELECTRICAL PANEL located above the AC Panel, where the BATTERY SWITCHES ARE FOUND.
When not connected to shore power, batteries are providing all power. Therefore, monitor the use of
onboard electricity with the FIVE BATTERY VOLT monitor and turn off electrical devices that are not
needed.
110-Volt AC System
SHORE POWER supports all AC equipment and receptacles on board, as well as the charger.
BEFORE CONNECTING TO SHORE POWER, MAKE SURE THE INVERTER IS OFF.
To connect to shore power, determine what amperage is being supplied from the dock connection. Then,
plug the appropriate cord (50 or 30 amp) into either the aft or forward plug location then plug into the dock
receptacle. If necessary, add a CORD ADAPTER. Cords coming off the bow can be wrapped loosely around
the bow line and should never be in the water. Most marinas provide 30 amp power not 50 amp.
If you’re on 30 amp and the dock breaker pops off when you plug in, make sure to turn off the hot water
heater and other AC outlets and try again. Hot water heater, hairdryer, coffee maker, and toaster in any
combination can pop the breaker.
At the AC ELECTRICAL PANEL, turn the selector switch to either the aft or forward position
corresponding to where you have attached the power cord. Watch the 110v ammeter for load LOCATED
RIGHT OF THE HELM BOTTOM GUAGE. If the load exceeds 30 amps, you will pop the breaker on the
dock. If this occurs, wait to turn on one of your systems (i.e. water heater) until amps drop. The charger
will often start out with a high current draw which will decrease after 10 minutes or so. After it has
dropped, add other appliances as needed, keeping total current draw under 30 amps.
