Tiara Yachts 53 COUPE, Руководство пользователя

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ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
7-7 53 COUPE
7.3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
7.3.1 The DC System
Wet flooded cell batteries are the source of electrical power on your Tiara, and
require periodic maintenance. In warmer climates, the electrolyte levels should be
checked on a monthly basis. In cooler climates, the electrolyte should be checked
twice a year. The battery terminals need to be cleaned twice a year.
To check and fill your wet flooded cell batteries:
1. Unscrew the round screw-in top on each battery cell.
2. Each cell of the battery contains lead plates. Visually inspect the electro -
lyte level to ensure the lead plates are covered. If the lead plates are not
visible, the cell is adequately filled. Proceed to step 4. If the lead plates
are visible, the electrolyte level is low and must be filled.
3. Fill each low cell with distilled water until the lead plates are no longer
visible. Leave an air space between the distilled water electrolyte and the
cap, being sure not to fill the cells to the top.
4. Replace the round screw-in top on each battery cell.
5. Repeat for every cell in all batteries on the boat.
NOTE: If the cells are overfilled, the electrolyte could boil over during charg -
ing and cause damage to the battery or surrounding equipment. Leave an
air space between the distilled water electrolyte and the cap. Do not fill the
cells to the top.
To clean the battery terminals:
1. Press OFF the PORT BATTERY, HOUSE BATTERY, and STBD BATTERY
buttons on the Power Control Panel in the galley peninsula cabinet.
2. Disconnect the batteries.
3. Use a cloth with a solution of baking soda and water to wipe the tops of
the batteries.
4. Clean all battery terminals.
5. Reconnect all battery cables to the terminals and tighten.
6. Refer to the battery user manual for additional maintenance instructions.