AC Electric Systems
8.8
Note: When paralleling shore power, one will need to use a
parallel shore power y-adapter cord.
8.2.10 Reverse Polarity
Each line on the AC Panel includes a LED display for
Reverse Polarity. If the Reverse Polarity light is dis-
played, it indicates a problem exists involving the ground.
The problem’s origin generally involves the power at dock
side or the shore power cord. However, a short in the
boat’s electrical system may exist between the main AC
Panel back to the shore power inlet.
To isolate the cause of the reverse polarity, one must trou-
bleshoot the possible factors for determination. Actions
may include testing an alternate shore power source or
swapping shore power cords. If the problem appears to
be boat side, have your system checked by qualified and
competent electrical service personnel.
8.3 AC System Components and Operation
8.3.1 Outlets Breaker (Line 1)
The 120V (230V option) outlets installed throughout your
boat are controlled by a 20 amp (10 amp) toggle switch
breaker labeled “Outlets” on the AC panel (see Fig. 8.19
for outlet locations). In addition, some outlets have
ground fault interruption circuit (GFIC) protection. This
system prevents accidental electrical shock. If power is
lost to an outlet, reset the breaker at the GFIC outlet.
8.3.2 Microwave Breaker (Line 1)
The microwave is powered by the AC panel and controlled
by a 15 amp toggle switch breaker labeled “Microwave”.
Although it is plugged into a power outlet, the outlet is not
part of a GFI circuit.
NOTE: Consult the microwave manufacturers’ OEM manual for
microwave operation, care and maintenance.
8.3.3 Water Heater Breaker (Line 1)
The water heater installed on your boat provides heated
water. It is located in the main salon and can be accessed
through the starboard aft dinette seat lid. The water
heater is powered by the AC panel and controlled by a
15 amp toggle switch breaker labeled “Water Heater”.
Although it is plugged into a power outlet, the outlet is not
part of a GFI circuit. Please refer to the Water Systems
chapter in this manual for additional details regarding the
water heater.
NOTE: Consult the water heater manufacturers’ OEM manual
for water heater operation, care and maintenance.
Be certain the water heater is full of water and does
not contain air. If the water heater is not full of wa-
ter, damage to the heating elements may result when
electrical power is turned on to the unit.
8.3.4 Air Conditioner and Air Conditioner Relay
Breakers (Line 2)
8.3.4.1 Air Conditioner Breakers
The optional air conditioning system will provide the
desired environmental conditions during hotter months.
This option includes a dual compressor layout with one
unit located in the main salon and accessed through the
starboard aft dinette seat lid. (Fig. 8.13) and one located
in the aft cabin and accessed through the drop-in of the
port hanging locker (Fig. 8.14).
Each compressor comes with a corresponding air con-
ditioning remote panel. The main salon remote panel is
located on the forward facing face of the nav station hull
panel (Fig. 8.15). The aft cabin remote panel is located
on the port hull panel (Fig. 8.16).
The air conditioning systems are powered by the AC sys-
tem and is controlled by a 25 amp toggle switch breaker
labeled “Air Conditioner”.
8.3.4.2 Air Conditioner Relay Breaker
A 5 amp toggle switch beaker exists for the air condi-
tioner’s water pump relay panel and protects the pump’s
circuitry from a power fault. The pump relay panel is
used when more than one air conditioning unit draws raw
water from the same seawater pump (refer to the Water
Systems chapter in this manual for additional details
regarding the air conditioner water pump). This breaker
must be switched “On” when operating the air condition-
ers.
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