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BATTERY SWITCH
The electricity onboard is 12 V DC.
The electrical system consists of service batteries. The batteries supply power to all the functions on
board. The engine has its own battery. The house and engine systems can be used simultaneously or
separately depending on the needs.
Switch on by turning the battery switches (12 V).
BATTERIES
The a.c. generator connected to the engine is used to charge the battery.
Keep the batteries charged enough (essential to ensure them a correct service life).
The discharge of the batteries must not exceed 70 % of the rating.
Use the battery charger when in a marina in order to start sailing with properly charged batteries
(optional extra).
Always check the battery and charge system condition before you put out to sea.
PRECAUTION
Switch off all the battery switches when the boat is unattended.
PRECAUTION
Never run the engine when the circuit to charge the batteries is disconected (it may destroy the a.c.
generator).
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ELECTRIC SYSTEMS