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Chapter 5
MAIN DC PANEL METER/SWITCH
FUNCTIONS
DC VOLT METER
DC AMP METER
DC AMP METER
The DC amp meter displays the amount of direct current
draw in amperes on the house circuit. This varies on the
amount of equipment being used at one particular time.
With all the switches in the off position the meter should
zero itself.
Fwd Cabin Lights
This switch controls the lights in the forward cabin. Once
energized the cabin individual cabin lights can be operated.
Mid Cabin Lights
This switch controls salon cabin lights similar to the forward
cabin.
Aft Cabin Lights
The mid or aft cabin lights are controlled by this single
pole switch. Similar to mid & forward cabin design.
Macerator
This switch controls the optional overboard discharge
pump also known as the macerator. With this switch on
along with the key being turned to the on position at the
monitor panel the waste tank can be pumped overboard
or through a marina pump-out station. If pumping
overboard make sure you are outside the legal limit to do
so. Read and understand the laws regarding pumping out
waste.
Finally, once you determine it is legal to pump waste
overboard position the seacock to the open position before
starting the macerator.
DC VOLT METER
The DC volt meter displays the condition of the “deep
cycle” house battery. It should always show over 12 volts
or a discharged condition may exist. Once a switch is en-
ergized a light shows itself as an on position. Always shut
down all switches upon leaving the vessel.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The main direct current panel is located in the salon. It
controls many of the house related functions. It features
both a direct current volt and amp meter.
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