Owner`s manual

23’ Trophy • Owner’s Manual Supplement
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Chapter 3: General Systems
Electrical System
Read this section and the electrical sections of the owner’s manual and all acces-
sory manuals included in your boat owner’s packet. Electrical system drawings are
provided in Chapter 4 and Chapter 5 of this supplement.
DANGER
EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK & EXPLOSION HAZARD!
• To minimize the risks of fire and explosion, NEVER install knife switches or
other arcing devices in the fuel compartments.
• NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine parts. Electrical, ignition and
fuel system parts were designed and manufactured to comply with rules and
regulations that minimize risks of fire and explosion.
• DO NOT modify the electrical systems or relevant drawings.
• Only qualified personnel should install batteries and/or perform electrical sys-
tem maintenance.
• Insure that all battery switches are turned OFF before performing any work
in the engine spaces.
DANGER!
!
FIRE, OPEN FLAME & EXPLOSION HAZARD!
• Fuel fumes are heavier than air and will collect in the bilge areas where they
can be accidently ignited. Visually and by smell (sniff test), check the engine
and fuel compartments for fumes or accumulation of fuel. ALWAYS operate
the bilge blowers for at least four minutes prior to engine starting, electrical
system maintenance or activation of electrical devices.
• Minimize the danger of fire and explosion by not exposing batteries to open
flame or sparks. It is also important that no one smoke anywhere near
the batteries.
WARNING!
!
CAUTION!
SHOCK & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
NEVER disconnect the battery cables while the engine is running since
it can cause damage to your boat’s electrical system components
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NOTICE
Electrical connections are prone to corrosion. To reduce electrical problems
caused by corrosion, keep all electrical connections clean and apply a spray-on
protectant that is designed to protect connections from corrosion.