Chapter 11: Electrical System - Bayliner 300 CRUISER Owner's Manual Supplement

300 Cruiser • Owner's Manual Supplement

Chapter 11: Electrical System

• NEVER install non-ignition protected switches or other arcing devices in the fuel
compartment.
• NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine parts. Marine electrical, ignition, and fuel
system parts were designed and manufactured to comply with rules and laws that minimize
the risks of fire and explosion.
• NEVER change the electrical systems or relevant drawings.
• Allow ONLY trained personnel to install batteries and/or do electrical system work.
• Make sure that ALL battery switches are turned Off BEFORE working in the engine spaces.
Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE turning on electrical devices or working on the electrical
system:
1. Check the bilge areas for fuel vapors or leaking fuel. If you see leaking fuel or smell
fuel vapors:
a. Do NOT start the engines or generator, do NOT turn On any electrical devices, put out
ALL cigarettes, cigars, and other sources of flame or ignition.
b. Get everyone off your boat.
c. Get trained help to find and fix the problem.
2. Run the bilge blower(s) for at least four minutes BEFORE engine starting, electrical system
work, or turning on electrical devices.
SHOCK and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
When the engines are running, NEVER turn Off the battery switches or disconnect the
battery cables. Doing either could cause damage to your boat's engines and/or electri-
cal system.
Electrical connections are prone to corrosion. To reduce corrosion-caused electrical problems:
• Keep ALL electrical connections clean.
• Apply a spray-on protectant that is designed to protect connections from corrosion.
! DANGER!
EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK and EXPLOSION HAZARD!
! WARNING!
FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD!
! CAUTION
NOTICE
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