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Chapter 4
DOCKSIDE (SHORE POWER) CORD SYSTEM
The dockside cord is the basic component used to deliver
30 amps of electricity from the marina dock power box
to the boat itself.
Before plugging in the dockside power cord check to see that all vessel
AC breakers are off. This includes the incoming as well as both the
main and equipment breakers at the AC ship’s control panel. See
the AC panel illustration later in this chapter.
When connecting the
shore power cord be
sure to twist the cord
into the boat inlet plug
fi rst. The inlet plug is
located on the port
deck. The cord installs
one way only. Align
the 2 pins with the 90
degree shape, (or use
the imprinted arrows
and detentes located
on the inlet plug) insert the cord end straight into the
inlet plug and twist in a clockwise direction to lock in
place. Screw the threaded sealing ring into the shore power
inlet until tight. This protects the inlet and cord pins from
moisture and possible corrosion build-up.
Shown below are the ship’s dual 30 amp shore power inlet
plugs. The top plug is shore power
line 1 and the bottom plug is shore
power line 2. When not in use close
and turn the covers until tight to prevent
moisture from entering the plug.
DUAL 30 AMP
INLET PLUGS
MARINA PLUG
IN END
BOAT INLET
PLUG IN END
TYPICAL 30 AMP CORD
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