
4-2
220 Dauntless
Section 4 Electrical System
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sulfate, causing the plates to become more alike in
an electrical charge. The electricity conducting
battery acid becomes weaker and the voltage drops.
As the battery remains discharged, the process
continues until recharging the battery becomes
impossible. If the battery does become run down be
sure to recharge it as soon as possible. Over charging
the battery can be just as detrimental to its life as
running it down too far.
Battery maintenance should include:
Inspect the battery and charging system
before each use for loose connections or wiring.
If not using a sealed battery, check and maintain
the water level. USE distilled water ONLY.
Coat the terminals with dielectric grease.
Keep the battery safe and dry.
Remove the battery from the boat during cold
weather or long term storage.
12 Volt Accessory Receptacle
Your 220 Dauntless is equipped
with a 12 volt accessory
receptacle located below the
helm on the control station
console (See figure 2.8.1). It is
a DC receptacle to be used with
any 12 volt accessories using
this type of plug. The receptacle is made of corrosion
resistant marine grade materials and has a moisture
proof cap. There is a 10 amp breaker reset button
located on the control station switch panel.
Be sure
to use accessories that do not exceed the rated
capacity of the circuit, (10 amps) or the breaker
will trip.
If equipped, the optional trolling motor panel also
includes a 12V receptacle which provides accessory
power at the bow of your boat.
NOTICE
DO NOT insert a cigarette lighter into this
receptacle. Damage to the unit & system could
occur.
Component Breakers
Your boat has component reset breakers located on
the control station switch panel and on the aft
component board (See figure 4.3.1). The breakers
can be reset if a trip occurs.
If a component breaker trips, determine and correct
the problem before resetting the breaker. Should a
circuit breaker trip repeatedly, have a qualified
electrician determine and correct the cause of the trip.
Battery Switch
Your boat uses a battery selector switch located on
the component board just forward of the battery
boxes. The battery selector switch allows you to
control the delivery of DC power from the two
batteries (See page 3-6 of this manual for proper
operation).
Battery Switch Location
Fig. 4.2.1
1
2
BATTERY SWITCH
STARBOARD STERN DECK ACCESS HATCH
1
2
FWD
In the event it is necessary to replace a breaker, use
only the same amperage as the original. If a breaker
is replaced with one of lower amperage, it will not
be sufficient to carry the electrical load of the
equipment it is connected to and will cause nuisance
breaker tripping. Conversely, if a breaker is replaced
with one of higher amperage, it will not provide
adequate protection against an electrical malfunction
and will create a fire hazard.