Owner`s manual

SF 345

DO NOT OPERATE THE AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FROM SHORE POWER WITH RE-

VERSE POLARITY. REVERSE POLARITY WILL DAMAGE THE SYSTEM AND EXPOSE

PASSENGERS TO ELECTROCUTION HAZARDS. THIS CONDITION COULD ALSO CAUSE

A FIRE IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

DISCONNECTING PROCEDURE FOR SHORE POWER CONNECTION

Turn the main breaker on the AC panel and the disconnect switch on the dockside outlet to the “OFF” position.

Disconnect the cable from the dockside outlet and replace the outlet caps. Disconnect the cable from the boat

and close the inlet cap. Store cable.

AC BREAKER PANEL

The AC panel is located in the cabin. The following are descriptions

of the AC panel equipment and the breakers that protect the

accessories:

AC Amp Meter

Indicates the total amperage or current being drawn through the AC

panel. It is the total current level of all of the AC equipment in

operation at the time.

AC Volt Meter

Indicates the voltage supplied to the panel.

AC Main Breaker

Protects the general distribution network. This breaker is very sensitive. The resulting power surge that occurs

when connecting the dockside cord may cause the main breaker to trip. To avoid this surge, always turn the

main breaker to the “OFF” position before plugging or unplugging the shore power cord. The AC

panel also is equipped with a relay that will cause the main breaker to trip when reverse polarity current is

detected.

Microwave (Optional)

Supplies AC current directly to the microwave oven. See the microwave manual for more information.

Water Heater

Supplies electrical current directly to the water heater circuit. The water temperature is automatically

controlled by a thermostat in the water heater control panel. Before operation, you must have water in the

water heater (see the water heater manual for more information).

Battery Charger

The battery charger supplies electrical current directly to the automatic battery charger. The battery charger

charges and maintains the 12-volt batteries simultaneously when activated. It is automatic and is equipped

with an amp meter to monitor charging. See the battery charger manual for more information.

Battery Charger Operation:

At dockside, when the boat is connected to shore power, the battery charger maintains the charge on the house

and engine batteries. When operating on the optional generator, the on-board battery charger must be on to

AC Breaker Panel