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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
4-6 53 COUPE
To combine battery banks: Lo-
cate the ACR ( Figure 4-5 ) and,
with the Yellow Override Knob in
REMOTE (starboard) position,
push the center of the button until
latched ( Figure 4-7 ).
To prevent automatic opera -
tion:
Rotate the Yellow Override Knob
to LOCK OFF (port) position
( Figure 4-8 ).
To isolate battery banks that
are combined:
Rotate the Yellow Override Knob to LOCK OFF (port) position ( Figure 4-8 ) to
release the center button from LATCH ON MODE (the button will pop out). Then
rotate the Yellow Override Knob back to REMOTE (starboard) position ( Figure
4-6 ).
To secure for servicing:
Rotate the Yellow Override Knob to LOCK OFF (port) position ( Figure 4-8 ). Pass
a cable tie through the hole.
WHEN BATTERY BANKS ARE INTERCONNECTED, ALL NON-ESSEN-
TIAL LOADS SHOULD BE TURNED OFF UNTIL THE PROBLEM WITH
THE FAILED BANK IS CORRECTED. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RE-
SULT IN RAPID DEPLETION OF THE BATTERY POWER NEEDED TO
SAFELY OPERATE THE BOAT. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING
!
4.1.6 Operating Notes
Monitor your battery voltages when you first arrive at your boat and periodically
while using your boat. For 12V batteries, voltages below 12 volts with no load on
the bank may indicate a problem condition that is preventing battery replenish -
ment. Investigate and correct the problem immediately.
LOCK OFF
REMOTE
Figure 4-8: ACR in LOCK OFF MODE