Maxum 2400 SE Sport Cruiser, Owner'S Manual Supplement

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Chapter 10: Electrical System
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Fuses
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Fuses for the engine and main accessory power are on the fuse block under the helm dash.
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Some equipment may have secondary fuse protection at the unit, or at the battery.
12-Volt DC Accessory Outlet(s)
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Your boat is equipped with one or more 12-volt DC accessory outlets.
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The outlet(s) can be used with any 12-volt device which draws 10-amps or less.
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Each 12-volt DC accessory outlet is protected by a 10-amp fuse on the fuse block.
Alternator
The alternator will keep the batteries properly charged when the engine is running at, or above, cruising speeds.
Battery Charger (If Equipped)
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Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and warnings: (1) on the battery charger, (2) on the batteries,
and (3) in the battery charger manual.
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The battery charger will automatically charge your boat’s batteries when 110-volt AC power is being provided by
shore power, and the battery charger circuit breaker on the 110-volt AC master panel is On.
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The battery switch can be in any position during charging.
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During battery charging you may use 12-volt accessories, such as the lights and stereo, but battery charging will
take longer.
Do NOT use the 12-volt DC accessory outlet with a cigarette or cigar lighter. High tempera-
tures may melt the outlet.
CAUTI ON !
ENGINE and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
NEVER run your boat’s engine and the battery charger at the same time.
CAUTI ON
!
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The battery charging systems (alternator and battery charger) installed on your boat are
designed to charge conventional lead-acid batteries.
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BEFORE installing gel-cell or other new technology batteries, consult with the battery man-
ufacturer about charging system requirements.
CAUTI ON !