Power Supply Equipment; Components - Hunter e33 Operator's Manual

DC Electric Systems
This section will provide you with the information necessary
to understand and operate your DC Electrical Systems.
It is not the scope of this manual to educate you on repair,
or extending the electrical system. We cannot educate
you in the principals of basic electricity. The scope of your
manual is to provide you with the basic information you
will need for safety, operation, and maintenance of these
systems.
WA R N I N G
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Do not rely on the information in this manual as a re-
pair guide, as always only competent electrical ser-
vice personnel should attempt to repair any electri-
cal equipment or extension of the electrical systems.
To do so would risk electrical shock, or damage to
the boats systems or components.
7.1 DC Power Systems & Components
The DC Power Systems & components consists of the
following:
• Batteries
• Battery Switch Panel
• 12 Volt DC Panel
• Lighting
• LPG Stove
• Refrigerator
• Tank Indicator
• Pumps
• Shower Sump
• Blower
• Stereo (Option)
• VHF Radio
• Windlass (Option)
• Instruments
• GPS (Option)
• TV/DVD (Option)
• Head
• Engine Starter
• CO Monitors
• Fire Extinguishing System
This section will be separated into categories of Power
Supply Equipment and related Components such as
switches, breakers, fuses, panels, chargers, grounding,
and the components that are powered by the DC electri-
Hunter e33 • DC Electric
cal system and their operation.
7.2 Power Supply Equipment &

Components

7.2.1 Batteries
The batteries installed in your boat have been selected
for their ability to furnish starting power based on engine
stsrting requirements, as well as their ability to power
! the DC components attached to the electrical system.
See Table 1 for the recommended batteries for your
boat.
Batteries contain Sulfuric Acid and can cause severe
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. In case of
If swallowed, drink large quantities of water or Milk
Charging batteries produces gasses which can ex-
Battery acid can cause severe personal injury such
Keep flame, spark, and smoking materials away from
batteries while charging. Charge in a well ventilated
An improper connection to a battery can release
enough energy to cause severe personal injury or
The DC System derives its power from two separate
battery banks.
Each battery bank is wired to a battery selector switch
7.2
DA NG ER
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personal injury if mishandled.
contact, flush with water at least 15 minutes.
of Magnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable oil and get
medical attention immediately.
WARN I NG
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plode if ignited.
Explosion can shatter a battery.
as blindness.
WARNI N G
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Batteries contain a large amount of potential
electrical energy!
Extreme care must taken when working with
batteries.
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area.
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fire.