DC Electric Systems
7.14
The optional automatic fire extinguishing system consists
of a cylinder, mounting bracket, relay and a remote panel.
It is powered through direct connection to the engine
starter and incorporates a 5 amp in-line fuse located near
the engine starter within the engine compartment.
The remote is part of the safety panel (Fig. 7.15) located
on the aft lower inboard face of the starboard cockpit seat.
If the engine starter is energize but the fire extinguisher
remote panel “Ready” light is not illuminated, check the
system wiring and in-line fuse and replace if necessary.
When a fire is detected on your boat, the automatic
system will sound an alarm, discharge the extinguisher
and illuminate the “Discharge” LED on the safety panel.
The relay will shut down the engine, the blower and the
optional generator.
When the critical portion of the emergency has
passed, the alarm and illuminated “Discharge”
light can be turned off by setting the switch to the
“Override” position. To reset the system, a full extin-
guisher cylinder must be installed. Set the switch to
“Normal” and verify the “Ready” LED is illuminated.
NOTE: Consult the automatic fire extinguisher system manu-
facturer’s OEM manual for system operation and maintenance.
7.5 General Maintenance
Maintenance of your DC system simply involves ensuring
all connections are clean, tight, and covered with a corro-
sion inhibiting compound.
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