Silverton 33C, Owner'S Manual

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SYSTEM OPERATIONS-23
STARTING THE GENERATOR
Turn ON the Generator Blowers.
The blower must be run for fi ve (5) minutes before
starting the Generator.
Start the Generator (Refer to “Starting Instruc-
tions” section in the Generator Manual included
with your owner’s packet). Be sure that it is
operating properly.
Turn OFF all 115 VAC breakers.
Turn OFF the Shore Power Switch on the Shore
Power/Generator Switch.
Slide the slide bar to the top position of the
Shore Power Switches. With the slide bar up,
you should be able to switch ON the Generator
and Transfer Switches.
Fuel fumes in the Engine Compartment can ex-
plode. Before working on any electrical wiring,
ventilate the Engine Compartment and discon-
nect the batteries to prevent sparking.
NEVER reset a breaker switch, which has tripped
automatically, without
fi rst locating and cor-
recting the problem. The electrical system and
devices may be damaged.
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Alterations or extensions to the electrical sys-
tem can cause electrical shock or
fi re. ONLY
competent marine electricians should make
system changes according to U.S. Coast Guard
regulations.
Shore Power
Follow the procedures below to connect Shore Power
to your yacht:
Turn OFF all 115 Volt Circuit Breakers at the AC
portion of the AC Panel. Shut down the Genera-
tor if it is in operation.
Using a damaged or improper cord for shore
power connection can cause electrical shock and
serious personal injury. Use a cord speci
fi cally
designed for Shore Power connection. DO NOT
use a household extension cord.
Connect the female end of the Shore Power
cord to the yacht’s inlet receptacle. Be certain
the lock ring is tightly secured. If there is a cord
already supplied at the dock, be sure to unhook
the cord from the dockside outlet.
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