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2.
Plan your trip around expected charging needs. Of course, this is not an issue if you
plan to be connected to shore power. But if not, you will need to run the engines, run
the generator, or connect to shore power in order to recharge the batteries.
3.
Battery charging options:
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Shore power (with inverter/charger breakers turned on). (BATT switch on ALL.)
•
Run engines - cruising (each engine yields up to 65 amp hours with alternator).
(BATT switch on ALL.)
•
Idle engines - while anchored or moored without shore power. 1000 RPM
(BATT switch on ALL.)
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(Note: Reserve Batteries are not negatively affected by usage of House
Batteries AS LONG AS BATTERY SWITCH IS SET TO POSITION #2.
Therefore, no matter how low your rate of discharge on your House Battery
bank, Kaizen’s engines should start).
4.
Refrigerator: draws 5 -10 amps - typically, the largest consumer of amps (i.e., 12 hour
day x 5 -10 amps = 100 amp hour usage). To conserve, set to lowest satisfactory
temperature setting, and/or switch off at night. Control is located inside refer unit (in
back). With a fridge loaded with food, it may be more convenient to simply switch off
the refrigerator at the 12 volt panel. Refer/freezer should stay cold enough during the
night without power, acting as an ice box during the cooler nights. Also, keep
refrigerator full so there is less empty space requiring cooling.
5.
Avoid unnecessary “guzzlers,” or at least be aware of their electrical draw. Examples:
Microwave – 10 amps (preferable to use for quick jobs rather than actual cooking).
Leaving lights on - (i.e., dinette light = 5 amps; 5 x 12 hours = 60 amp hours).
6.
Turn off electronics when not in use.
7.
Turn off inverter at remote panel when not using any AC (110 volt) systems. Note:
batteries will charge even when inverter is turned “off” when charging by generator or
main engines - cruising or idling.
By taking these simple precautions, you can enjoy the amenities and comforts of Kaizen’s
systems, while minimizing the need to charge of hook-up to shore power.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (D.C. Panel)
1.
Be aware of your D.C. usage! The LINK 1000 battery monitor shows the
house/inverter battery status. This will help you to be more efficient with your electrical
needs. When the house battery voltage gets below 12.1 volts the batteries need
charging. There are three 200 amp hour batteries in the house/inverter bank for a total
