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Electrical System

General Overview (176BR and 186BR)

The boat is equipped with a 12V DC Electrical system that can be equipped with an optional AC battery charger.  The boat can only be rigged 

for a single motor.  If the boat is rigged without an optional battery selector switch, the boat will be rigged for x1 Group 24 battery.  If the 

battery selector switch is installed, the boat will be rigged for x2 Group 24 batteries.  The battery(s) will provide power to the engine and 

house systems.  

12V power is distributed to the 12V factory installed systems through ATC fuses located on a fuse block inside the console.  All 12V systems 

are grounded via a single 10GA black wire attached directly to the negative post on the battery.  A 30amp main circuit breaker is installed 

adjacent to the battery/batteries to protect the house systems from overload and is connected either directly to the batteries or the optional 

battery selector switch.  Additional circuit breakers for the auto bilge pumps and stereo memory are wired directly to either the battery or 

battery selector switch.

The system is designed so that turning the battery switch off will still allow the bilge pump to function in an automatic mode.  Key West 

recommends that boats that are going to be left in the water or in a boat lift, where access to the drain plug is not feasible, be installed with a 

battery charger to prevent discharge by the bilge pump.  Trim Tabs(186BR) are connected directly to the battery and feature overcurrent 

protection.  They do not energize until the engine ignition switch is turned to the “On” position.

Battery Selector Switch (Optional)

As an option, a battery selector switch can be installed.  On the 176BR, the battery selector switch is installed adjacent to the 

battery/batteries in the center transom locker, directly behind the leaning post.  On the 186BR, the battery switch is installed adjacent to the 

battery/batteries in the starboard transom locker.  The battery switch provides power to the engine and 12V accessories.  The switch is a 

dual circuit switch and has 4 positions (OFF, 1, 2, Both).  This allows power to be supplied by either battery 1, battery 2, or both 

simultaneously.  The switch also directs the charging current from the engines alternator.

If position “1”, is selected on the switch, the engine and 12V accessories will receive power from Battery 1 and the engine’s alternator will 

charge Battery 1.  Battery 2 will be isolated and in reserve. If position “2”, is selected on the switch, the engine and 12V accessories will 

receive power from Battery 2 and the engine’s alternator will charge Battery 2.  Battery 1 will be isolated and in reserve.  If position “Both” 

is selected, the switch connects the batteries in parallel and the engine and 12V accessories will receive power from both batteries.  The 

engine’s alternator will charge both batteries simultaneously as well.  When the boat is underway, placing the switch in the “Both” position 

is recommended so that both batteries charge.  When the boat is moored (Engine Off) and 12V accessories are being used, it is

recommended to select position “1” or “2” so that one battery is isolated and can be used to crank the engine.  

Содержание 2015 176BR

Страница 1: ...Quick Guide and Schematics For 2015 Models...

Страница 2: ...ure you are operating your boat safely and within the rules at all times Like all Key West Boats the 176BR and 186BR were designed to be low maintenance ergonomic and an efficient boat to maintain and...

Страница 3: ...bulb for the engine is located in the engine splash well It is used to prime the engine and system before starting the engine This should be done after service or after periods of downtime for the bo...

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Страница 6: ...ump is self priming Before activating the pump check that the seacock is open and make sure the livewell fill valve is open If your 176BR is equipped with the optional 2nd Livewell an additional 800GP...

Страница 7: ...ivewell The normal livewell system does this however it is continuously replacing water by drawing it from the raw water intake In deeper water this is the best way to keep water fresh and cool Howeve...

Страница 8: ...e Fully 186BR Hose s are damaged and are either leaking and or sucking air Check hoses Low Voltage to Pump s Check connections for loose or corroded wiring Check battery voltage Pump s are damaged or...

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Страница 11: ...eat Drain Gravity drain to cockpit Console Recess Drain Gravity drain to cockpit Port Cockpit Drain Gravity drain to port transom 1 1 2 Thru Hull Starboard Cockpit Drain Gravity drain to starboard tra...

Страница 12: ...drain connected via T Connector to Anchor Locker Drain To 1 1 8 Thru Hull Console Seat Drain Standard 186BR Gravity drain to cockpit Option Console Livewell Standpipe Drain Gravity drain to 1 1 8 Thr...

Страница 13: ...in your boats interior use a sufficient quantity of water to dilute the chemical s when spraying off so that they do not affect the foam ball when draining out The seal ring needs to be kept free of...

Страница 14: ...use for the automatic bilge pump is blown Replace the Fuse The battery is dead Check voltage and charge if necessary The pumps impeller is clogged by debris Clean pump impeller The connections wires t...

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Страница 17: ...re overcurrent protection They do not energize until the engine ignition switch is turned to the On position Battery Selector Switch Optional As an option a battery selector switch can be installed On...

Страница 18: ...The trolling motor harness features a plug and receptacle located in the bow To use your trolling motor insert the plug into the receptacle and make sure the trolling motor circuit breaker is closed T...

Страница 19: ...in the batteries and add DISTILLED WATER if needed If a battery charger is used regularly the electrolyte levels will need to be replenished more often Fluid level should be just above the plates in t...

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