Maxum 2100SD, Owner'S Manual

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Chapter 11: Electrical System
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12-Volt DC System
Batteries
The batteries supply electricity for lights, 12-volt accessories, and engine starting.
The Electrical section of Chapter 8, in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual, provides battery care and
maintenance instructions.
Battery Switch (If Equipped With One Battery)
•
"Stand-by Loads", such as the automatic bilge pump, and the stereo
memory, are not affected by the battery switch. Stand-by loads bypass
the battery switch and are wired directly to the battery.
•
Turn the battery switch to the Off position whenever the boat will be
unoccupied for long periods of time.
Battery Switch (If Equipped With Two Batteries)
•
"Stand-by Loads", such as the automatic bilge pump,
and the stereo memory, are not affected by the battery
switch. Stand-by loads bypass the battery switch and
are wired directly to the battery.
•
Turn the battery switch to the Off position whenever
the boat will be unoccupied for long periods of time.
SHOCK & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
When the engine is running, NEVER turn Off the battery switch or disconnect the bat-
tery cables. Doing either could cause damage to your boat’s engine and/or electrical
system.
CAUTI ON !
Make sure your selling dealer fully explains how to use the battery switch.
NOTI CE
ON
OFF
BATTERY
SWITCH
SHOCK & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
When the engine is running, NEVER turn Off the battery switch or disconnect the bat-
tery cables. Doing either could cause damage to your boat’s engine and/or electrical
system components.
CAUTI ON !
BATTERY
SWITCH