Owner`s manual

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Systems
Generator
Besides the shore power capability to deliver alternat-
ing current some vessels feature optional generators
for supplying AC voltage. Generators use their own
ventilation and motor to produce AC electricity on
board the vessel.
The following illustration is part of the main DC
panel discussed earlier in this chapter.
Generator Ventilation
Read and understand the blower warning label be-
fore attempting to start the generator. Be sure to ac-
tivate both blower switches as these switches assist
in evacuating any fumes from the bilge area. Always
open the engine hatch and do a snife for gasoline
fumes before attempting to use the blowers. It is bet-
ter to be safe than sorry.
Generator On/Off Switch
After the blowers are activated and run for at least 4
minutes the generator can be started. Energize the
toggle style on/off switch until the generator starts.
At that point release the switch and the generator
starter will disengage from the fl ywheel. The genera-
tor should continue to run on its own.
Generator Main Breaker
After the generator starts the current produced needs
to be correctly routed to its fi nal destination. Slide
the shore 1 breaker to the left and slide the generator
arm to the uppermost point. While holding it there,
turn on the generator breaker. This will begin the AC
current routing. The second portion of the process is
accomplished with the transfer slider.
Generator Transfer
With the generator breaker in the on position activate
the shore 2 breaker. Energize the transfer breaker by
moving the slider bar up. Turn on the transfer break-
er. The appropriate equipment breakers can now be
turned on. Monitor the AC load current display for
total amperage draw as equipment is activated.
Generator Shutdown Procedure
To shut the generator down deactivate all AC equip-
ment breakers. Move the transfer slider upward and
deactivate the transfer breaker. Finally, energize the
generator stop toggle switch until the generator
stops.
GENERATOR
ON/OFF SWITCH
BLOWER
SWITCHES
BLOWER WARNING LABEL
Before Activating Generator
Before starting the generator make sure all equip-
ment switches and shore power breakers are in the
“off ” position. This procedure helps prevent any
voltage surges when the generator starts. Refer to the
AC panel illustration.