Charging System
The alternator is fitted on the port side of the engine (MOTOROLA 14V/70A). It has a built-in voltage regulator. The charging power is divided to the batteries according to their respective charging levels. Both batteries are always being charged, no matter which position the switch is in. The charging passes through a blocking diode system. If the charging stops, a red light on the switch panel will alarm.
If the voltage in either battery gets very low, thus preventing starting, switch over to the other one and try again. If necessary, switch on both batteries. Then let the engine run at 1250 RPM for about 15 – 20 minutes to let the batteries charge. In normal duty, keep the battery select switch on position 2.
As a rule, use battery No. 1 for the starter motor, and battery No. 2 for other duty. Switch over from 1 to 2 when berthed. This will ensure you one full battery for the next start. Never trust battery 2 to be full, for it supplies the automatic bilge pump directly, and possible extra equipment.
The batteries are a key factor to comfort on board – lights, water, heat, ventilation, etc. – and for the functioning of the engine. Therefore, monitor them often. Good care can make them last a good five years, whereas they will wear out in a couple of years if used carelessly.
Battery Charger (On Shore Power, 110 or 220 V)
As an option, a battery charger is installed on board. The system includes a deck socket, a fuse box, and a charger (20 – 60A / 12V).
The charger regulates the power automatically according to what is required. If the main switch is in position 1, it does not charge. In position 2, it will charge battery 2 and extra battery. To charge battery 1 as well, turn the main switch to position “both.” The charger goes on automatically when charging is required.
Each circuit is equipped with a 10 A (if not otherwise indicated) automatic thermal breaker switch. In case of a short circuit, the switch will disconnect. Once the short circuit is eliminated, re-connect the switch.
Circuits
- LIGHTS 1
- DIMMER UNIT
- LIGHTS 2
- LIGHTS 3
- LIGHTS 4
- OUTLETS
- HORN
- REFRIGERATOR
- INSTRUMENTS
- WATER GAUGE
- LOG
- NAVIGATOR
- SHOWER
- PUMP
- VHF
- PLEASURE ELECTRONICS
- RADAR
- AUTOPILOT DRIVE
- AUTOPILOT CONTROL
- ANCHOR WINCH & BOW THRUSTER CONTROL
- SPARE
- COOLING UNIT
- SEA WATER PUMP
- FRESH WATER PUMP
- NAVIGATION INSTRUMENTS
- ENGINE ROOM BLOWER
- ENGINE ROOM LIGHTS
- COMPASS LIGHT
- COMPASS
- DECK LIGHTS
- ANCHOR LIGHT
- STEAMING LIGHT
- NAVIGATION LIGHTS
- WIPER STBD
- WIPER CENTRE
- WIPER CENTRE
- WIPER PORT