Chapter 12: Electrical System - Bayliner 325 Cruiser 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. Marine 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 engines and bilge areas for fumes or accumula-
tion of fuel.
• ALWAYS run the bilge blower(s) 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 engines are 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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EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK & EXPLOSION HAZARD!
! WARNING!
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD!
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CAUTION
NOTICE
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