7 - ELECTRIC SYSTEM209
7.5 SHORE ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY
DANGER
Before connecting the shore socket, ensure the type of voltage and the
sockets available, their integrity and the absolute absence of moisture on
the wire, on the socket and on the plug.
With plug connected check that wire:
• Cannot get in traction as a result of tide variations, yacht movements,
etc..
• Does not get crushed, etc..
• Does not dive into water.
CAUTION
The connection must be performed under safety conditions with not pow-
ered connections and by paying attention to carry out a correct grounding.
To be able to supply the yacht’s electrical system in order to provide for the
operation of the various on-board systems, a connection has been provided
for the electrical connection from the 230V 125 A 3-poles plus ground 60 Hz
shore located on the port side in the area below the 2nd step that access the
aft cockpit. The connection is tin-tight and guided in compliance with stand-
ards and safety technologies.
By means of the control panel, place in engine room, it is possible to check
and to monitor the electric parameters, this facilitates the prevention of pos-
sible faults and malfunctioning and increases the safety of navigation.
To use the electric power supply from shore:
• Open (OFF) the general AC switch for shore-side socket.
• Open (OFF) the switch on the column on the quayside.
• Connect the power cord.
• Turn ON the switch on the shore column.
• Turn ON the shore magneto-thermal switch.
• Close (ON) the general magneto-thermal on the shoreside electrical
panel in engine room.
• Before closing the thermals of all the uses, check on the multimeters the
correct voltage present.
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