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Quicksilver 455CAB— Electrical Systems
1. DC Electrical System
The DC electrical system is powered by a single battery, and is kept charged by the engine driven
alternator.
2. Battery
Quicksilver® recommends AGM type starting or a deep cycle battery for you boat. The battery must
meet the minimum capacity required by the engine manufacturer. Refer to your engine owner's
manual for exact battery requirements.
To remove the battery cables:
1. Turn off all items drawing power from the battery.
2. Turn the battery switch to the OFF position.
3. Remove the negative cable first, then the positive cable.
To replace the cables, install the positive cable first, then the negative cable.
3. Battery Box
The battery box, located in the aft bilge, houses the battery. This box can be accessed via the center
cockpit floor hatch and removing the portable fuel tank. The battery can be installed or removed by
loosening the strap and removing the lid on the battery box. It should always be installed and secured
within the battery box installed on your boat. This will ensure that the battery will not move around
Never use an open flame in the battery storage area. Avoid
striking sparks in the battery area.
4. Battery Switch
Your vessel is equipped with a battery switch to control the delivery of DC power from the battery.
The battery switch is located on the starboard side under the center cockpit floor hatch. When you
turn the battery switch to the ON position, power is provided from the battery to the entire boat. To
turn on power, rotate the switch clockwise 90 degrees to the ON position.
The bilge pump still draws power from the battery, even if
the switch is set to OFF. This is especially important for the
bilge pump, so that it can operate anytime excess fluid
accumulates in the bilge, which can occur when the boat is
docked and unattended.
Battery Switch Operation
OFF Position
Always disconnect the battery before doing any work on the
electrical system. Never turn off the battery switches or
disconnect the battery cables while the engines are running.
Never work on the electrical system while the system is
energized. Never leave the craft unattended with the
electrical system energized.
ON Position
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