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4-10

Section 4 Electrical System

OS 285

4.9 Electrical System

Maintenance

12-Volt DC Electrical System

Maintenance

At least semi-annually, spray all exposed

electrical components behind the helm and

in the plugs, with a protector. Remove exte-

rior light fixture bulbs and metal contact

areas coated with non-water soluble lubri-

cants such as petroleum jelly or silicone

grease. Spray the sockets with a protector.

Do not get any oil or petroleum jelly on the

glass portion of the bulbs, as this will cause

the bulb to overheat and burn out.

Check all below deck wiring to ensure

proper support and that the insulation is

sound, and there are no loose or corroded

terminals. Thoroughly clean corroded termi-

nals 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. Batteries frequently charged by a bat-

tery charger need the electrolyte level

checked more often. The correct fluid level

in the cells is usually approximately 1/4 to 1/

2 inch above the plates. If needing fluid, fill

to the proper level with distilled water. Do

not over fill!

Please note that some batteries are sealed

and can’t be filled. Keep the battery tops

clean and dry. Dirt and water can conduct

electricity from one post to the other causing

the battery to discharge.

Keep the battery posts free of corrosion. Do

not use wing-nut connectors to attach

battery cables. Remove the cables and

clean the posts and cable clamps with a bat-

tery post cleaner or sandpaper as required.

Coating the battery posts and cable clamps

with petroleum jelly or silicone grease pro-

tects them and reduces corrosion. Replace

both positive and ground battery cables

when they show signs of corrosion or fray-

ing. High current draws, such as starting the

engine, cause a considerable voltage loss

with deteriorating cables.

AC Electrical System Maintenance

Periodically inspect all wiring for nicks, chaf-

ing, brittleness, improper support, etc.

Examine the shore power cord closely for

cracks in the insulation and corrosion in

electrical connectors. Spraying receptacles

and electrical connections with an electrical

contact cleaner or a metal and electrical pro-

tector can reduce corrosion and improve

electrical continuity.

Inspect all wiring for proper support, sound

insulation, and tight terminals, paying partic-

ular attention to portable appliance cords

and plugs.

! NOTICE

Certain bulkhead areas are sealed in

accordance with U.S. Coast Guard

regulations in effect at the date of

manufacture of the boat. Any modifi-

cations to these bulkheads should be

in accordance with the U.S. Coast

Guard regulations.

! CAUTION

Replace light bulbs in marine light fix-

tures using a bulb with the same rat-

ing as the original. Using a different

bulb can cause the fixture to overheat,

melt or short circuit.

! DANGER

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 ignites the

hydrogen gas the battery emits while

being charged.

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