Owner`s manual

Electrical System
4-9
Section 4
OS 315
4.8 Generator (Optional)
If your Pursuit boat is equipped with an
optional diesel generator, this generator is
not equipped with a DC charging system.
You must activate the battery charger to
maintain the starting battery (starboard
engine battery) and the house battery when-
ever the generator is running. Refer to gen-
erator manual for details on the generator
operation.
The generator is located in an enclosure in
the aft bilge. The generator compartment is
equipped with an automatic fire extinguisher
system and an automatic engine shutdown
system. Refer to the Safety Equipment.
Generator Panel
These switches control the starting, running,
AC power selector and stopping of the gen-
erator. The procedures may vary depending
on the model and type of generator installed
in your boat.
AC Power Selector Switch
The generator panel will be equipped with
this switch if the optional AC generator has
been installed in your boat. Move the selec-
tor switch to the SHORE position when con-
nected to dockside power. Move the selector
switch to "OFF" when disconnecting the
dockside power or when no AC power is
being supplied or for starting the generator.
Move the selector switch to GENERATOR
when the generator is being operated.
Certain bulkhead areas are sealed following
U.S. Coast Guard regulations at the date of
manufacture. Any modifications must be in
accordance with the regulations.
4.9 Electrical System
Maintenance
12-Volt DC Electrical System
Maintenance
At least once a year, spray all exposed elec-
trical components behind the helm and in
the plugs with a protector specific for electri-
cal connections. Exterior light fixture bulbs
should be removed and the metal contact
areas coated with a non-water soluble lubri-
cant like petroleum jelly or silicone grease.
The sockets should be sprayed with a pro-
tector. DO NOT get any oil or petroleum jelly
on the glass portion of the bulbs, this will
cause the bulb to overheat and burn out.
Make sure to check that all below deck wir-
ing is properly supported, the insulation is
sound and there are no loose or corroded
terminals. Clean any corroded terminals
thoroughly with sandpaper, or replace them.
Tighten securely and spray with a metal and
electrical protector. Inspect all engine wiring.
Check the electrolyte level in the batteries
regularly and add distilled water as neces-
sary. If the batteries are frequently charged
by a battery charger, check the electrolyte
! NOTICE
DO NOT allow the generator to run out
of fuel. Fuel injected generators
require air to be removed from the fuel
delivery system before initial start-up
or if the generator is allowed to run
out of fuel. Continued attempts to
start generator with air in the fuel sys-
tem can lead to engine damage or
erratic operation. Air must be purged
by your servicing dealer only.
! CAUTION
DO NOT start generator with selector
switch in the "GENERATOR" position.
Allow generator to warm-up three to
four minutes before transferring the
electrical load. After warm-up, place
switch in "GENERATOR" position.
! CAUTION
Use exact replacement light bulb, a
different bulb can cause fixture to
overheat, melt or short circuit.