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38 4127 • 42 Super Sport 4/06
AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SECTION 3
Generator Power
You can use the generator to power the boat’s AC electrical system when a
shore power source is not available. The generator is installed in the engine
room on the forward centerline. Fuel for the generator is drawn from the
starboard fuel tank.
NOTE: Before attempting to start the generator, switch it “OFF” on the AC Main
Circuit Breaker Group.
To start the generator:
1. Read, understand and follow the OEM information that describes
the generator.
2. The generator starter is powered by its own 12-volt battery. Turn the
generator battery master disconnect switch to the “ON” position.
Never turn the generator battery master disconnect switch to the “OFF”
position while the generator is operating. Doing this can damage the
generator or its alternator wiring.
3. The generator engine uses a seawater cooling system. This system includes a
strainer that prevents debris in the seawater from entering the cooling system’s
water pump. Make sure the cooling system’s seacock is closed. Remove and
clean the strainer. The seacock and strainer are located near the starboard
aft corner of the generator in the IPS system. The location of this strainer
in beneath the generator in the Inboard system. Refer to Section 9 - Engine
Room for the exact location of the seacock and strainer.
4. Reinstall the strainer. If the strainer leaks when the seacock is opened, close
the seacock, then check the strainer for correct installation.
NOTE: Periodically check the strainer for debris. Debris collects on the inside of
the screen basket. The cover must be removed to inspect for debris.
Do not operate the generator when its cooling system seacock is closed.
Operating the generator in this manner can damage it.
5. Open the cooling system’s seacock.
6. Turn the Accessory Battery master disconnect switch to the “ON” position.
Open Closed
A Tip From Carver!
Dedicating a 12-volt battery to the generator provides an important safety feature. A
dedicated battery enables you to start the generator regardless of the condition of the
propulsion engine batteries. If the batteries become discharged to the point where they are
unable to start an engine, start the generator, then turn on the engine battery charger.
When the engine batteries are recharged to an adequate level, you can then start the
propulsion engine.