Owner`s manual

2270 CENTER CONSOLE
Trim Tab Switch
Located in the helm. This switch controls the optional trim tab planes located on the transom of the
boat. It is protected by a breaker located behind the helm at the back of the accessory switch. Please
refer to Chapter 2 for detailed information on the operation of the trim tab controls.
4.5 Electrical System Maintenance
D.C. Electrical System Maintenance
At least once a year, spray all exposed electrical components behind the helm and in the plugs, with
a protector. Exterior light fixture bulbs should be removed and the metal contact areas coated with
a non-water soluble lubricant like petroleum jelly. The sockets should be sprayed with a protector.
Care must be taken not to get any oil or petroleum jelly on the glass portion of the bulbs as this will
cause the bulb to overheat and burn out.
WHEN REPLACING LIGHT BULBS IN MARINE LIGHT FIXTURES, ALWAYS USE A BULB
WITH THE SAME RATING AS THE ORIGINAL. USING A DIFFERENT BULB COULD CAUSE
THE FIXTURE TO OVERHEAT AND MELT OR SHORT CIRCUIT.
Inspect all wiring for proper support, sound insulation, and tight terminals, paying particular
attention to portable appliance cords and plugs.
Check all below deck wiring to be sure it is properly supported, that the insulation is sound, and
that there are no loose or corroded terminals. Corroded terminals should be thoroughly cleaned
with sandpaper or replaced, tightened securely and sprayed with a metal and electrical protector.
Inspect all engine wiring.
Check the electrolyte level in the batteries regularly and add distilled water as necessary. If the
batteries are frequently charged by the automatic battery charger, the electrolyte level will have to
be checked more often. Keep the battery tops clean and dry. Dirt and water can conduct electricity
from one post to the other causing the battery to discharge. The battery posts should be kept free
of corrosion. Remove the cables and clean the posts and cable clamps with a battery post cleaner
or sandpaper as required. Coating the battery posts and cable clamps with petroleum jelly will
protect them and reduce corrosion. Battery cables, both hot and ground, must be replaced when
they show signs of corrosion or fraying. Deteriorated cables cause a considerable voltage loss when
high currents are drawn, as for starting the engine.
NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME IN THE BATTERY STORAGE AREA. AVOID STRIKING
SPARKS NEAR THE BATTERY. A BATTERY CAN EXPLODE IF A FLAME OR SPARK IG-
NITES THE HYDROGEN GAS THE BATTERY EMITS WHILE BEING CHARGED.
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