2858 Classic Cruiser • Owner’s Manual Supplement
Chapter 2: Features & Systems
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DC Electrical System
Your boat is equipped with a 12 volt DC (direct current) system. The DC breaker panel is located at the helm, just
below the ignition panel.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
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Fuses and circuit breakers for engines and main accessory power are on the DC main distribution panel and on the
battery switch panel.
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Electronics power is provided at the helm station.
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Some equipment, such as depth finders, may have secondary fuse protection at the unit. Some equipment may
have secondary fuse protection behind the battery switch.
Batteries
The batteries supply electricity
for lights, accessories and
engine starting.
The Electrical section of Chapter 8,
in the Owner’s Manual, provides
battery, care and
maintenance instructions.
Alternators
The alternators on your engines
maintain proper charge levels of
your boat’s batteries when the
engines are running.
Battery Charger
Your boat is equipped with a battery charger. Thoroughly read and understand the battery charger manual (provided
in your boat’s owner’s packet) before using the battery charger for the first time.
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The battery charger’s circuit breaker is located on the AC panel and must be turned On for charging to occur.
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The battery charger will charge the batteries when the boat is plugged into shore power.
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The battery charger is located in the engine compartment.
VOLTMETER
BATTERY
LOCATIONS
ENGINE
COMPARTMENT
PORT
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The battery charging systems (alternator and battery charger) installed on your boat are
designed to charge conventional lead-acid batteries. Before installing gel-cell or other new tech-
nology batteries, consult with the battery manufacturer about charging system requirements.
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