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3. Check for reversed polarity. If the reversed polarity
light is activated, immediately disconnect the shore
power cord. See Section H-6C Reverse Polarity In-
dicator.
4. To disconnect shore power, turn off the main breaker
switch on the AC electrical panel and disconnect the
power cord from the shore power dockside recep-
tacle first. Then, disconnect the cord from the boat.
NOTICE
Always disconnect the shore power cord from
the dockside first before disconnecting from the
boat.
B. 120 Volt AC Equipment
All 12 volt equipment is isolated from the 120 volt AC
system (except the refrigerator which is dual voltage).
Appropriately labeled circuit breakers protect all AC sys-
tems on the boat. The receptacles can be used for 120
volt (220 volts on 50 Hertz models) household appliances.
Refer to the following list for information on appliances
and other equipment.
Battery Charger - The battery charger is controlled by a
circuit breaker on the AC electrical panel in the cabin
labeled BATTERY CHARGER.
Refrigerator - The REFRIGERATOR circuit breaker must
be on to operate on 120 voltage. If this breaker is off, the
refrigerator will automatically operate on the 12 volt sys-
tem. This can deplete the battery. Excessive drain on
the battery may cause irreparable battery damage. The
refrigerator will automatically operate on 120 volts when
provided. Refer to Section L-1C Galley Equipment in
this manual for more information.
Water Heater - The WATER HEATER circuit breaker sup-
plies power to the water heater. Refer to Section J-2C
Water Heating Systems in this manual for more informa-
tion.
NOTICE
DO NOT supply electrical power to an empty
water heater. Activate the FRESH WATER cir-
cuit breaker and switch to start the water pump
and prime the system. Be sure there is adequate
water in the system before turning on the water
heater. Failure to comply will result in immedi-
ate damage to the heater element.
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Electric Stove - The RANGE circuit breaker must be
activated to supply power to the electric stove on all
Vistas. Refer to Section L-1A Galley Equipment in this
manual for more information.
Microwave - The MICROWAVE breaker must be acti-
vated to supply power to the microwave on all Vistas.
Receptacles - The OUTLET circuit breakers supply
power to the corresponding receptacles in the AC sys-
tem.
Air Conditioner - The AIR CONDITIONER circuit breaker
supplies power to the air conditioner. Refer to Section
L-3 Air Conditioning in this manual for more informa-
tion.
Most receptacle circuits are capable of handling 15 am-
peres. Refer to Table III for a list of equipment and the
electrical currents usually required to operate these
items. For 220 volt, 50 Hertz models, divide all of the
current ratings below by 2. Usually, the power require-
ment is specified on the electrical item. This is only an
approximation of the electric current usage normally
experienced.
Table III: Electrical Equipment
EQUIPMENT
ELECTRICAL LOADS
Air Conditioners
See motor load plate
Battery Chargers
Up to 800 watts (7.3 amps)
Blankets (Electric)
50 to 200 watts (2 amps)
Coffee Makers
550 to 700 watts (6.3 amps)
Electrical Drills
See motor load plate
Fans
25 to 75 watts (0.7 amps)
Fry Pan
1350 watts (12.3 amps)
Heater
1500 watts (13.7 amps)
Lights
Wattage as marked
Television
1500 watts (10.5 amps)
Vacuum Cleaners
See motor load plate
C. Reverse Polarity Indicator
Improper grounds or reversed polarity at shore power
are a source of serious electrical hazard. The reverse
polarity light will indicate if a problem exists at the 120
AC electrical system shore connection.
If a problem exists, the Reverse Polarity Indicator Light
will come on when the shore power cable is attached to
the inlet. DO NOT activate the shore power switch in
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