Chapter 12: Electrical System - Bayliner 305 Owner's Manual

Chapter 12: Electrical System

• To minimize the risks of fire and explosion, NEVER install knife switches or other arcing
devices in the fuel compartment.
• NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine parts. Electrical, ignition and fuel system
parts were designed and manufactured to comply with rules and regulations that minimize
risks of fire and explosion.
• Do NOT modify the electrical systems or relevant drawings.
• Have qualified personnel install batteries and/or perform electrical system maintenance.
• Make sure that all battery switches are turned Off BEFORE performing any work in the
engine spaces.
• Fuel fumes are heavier than air and WILL collect in the bilge areas where they can be acci-
dently ignited.
• Visually and by smell (sniff test), check the engine and bilge areas for fumes or accumula-
tion of fuel.
• ALWAYS run the bilge blowers for at least four minutes prior to engine starting, electrical
system maintenance or activation of electrical devices.
• NEVER expose the batteries to open flame or sparks, and NEVER smoke anywhere near
the batteries.
SHOCK & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
When the engine is running, NEVER turn Off the battery switch or disconnect the
battery cables. Doing either could cause damage to your boat's engine and/or
electrical 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.
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! DANGER!
EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK & EXPLOSION HAZARD!
! WARNING!
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD!
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CAUTION
NOTICE
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