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key. Put the Diesel nozzle into the deck fitting and pump slowly listening to the
sound of the flow. Pumping too fast may not allow excess air to escape, which can
lead to spillage out the vent. As the tank fills, the sound will rise in pitch or gurgle.
Pay attention to the vent that it does not spill fuel into the water. Top off carefully,
catching any spillage with your sorb.
Check your gauges. Replace the deck fill caps and turn on the engine room blowers
for a few minutes while you pay, etc. Clean up any spatter and wash hands
thoroughly.
BOAT ELECTRICAL
General
Many people are confused by the operation of electrical systems on yachts. This is
compounded by the fact that even similar boats may be “wired” differently from one
another. Don’t feel discouraged if something isn’t clear, you have company in your
confusion. “Desire” is well equipped and will give you all the comforts you’d expect
from a modern luxury yacht if you take a little time to understand her.
Most of the basic equipment on any boat is run by 12 volt DC electricity. This is true
because DC power should always be available from the boat’s batteries regardless of
whether you are at the dock, cruising, or anchored out in a quiet cove. Since we rely
on batteries so much, it is important to know how to monitor them, how they are
depleted, and how to replenish (recharge) them.
Because we all like the conveniences of home, most larger boats also have 110 volt
AC electrical power. This allows us to have nice things like microwave ovens, coffee
makers, TV, blow dryers, etc. AC power is available through shore power, an
onboard inverter (changes battery’s 12 volt DC to 110 volt AC), or the onboard
generator.
When not connected to shore power, your batteries provide most of your electrical
power. Therefore the use of onboard electricity needs to be monitored very carefully.
Turn off electrical devices when they are not being used.
AC (Alternating Current) or 110 Volt Power