Shore power is available as an option. It enables you to use electrical devices running on the standard mains current. Shore power also enables automatic charging of the boat's batteries. The boat is connected to an external 110 V (North America) or 230 V (Europe) power source on the shore or the jetty via a cable.
The shore power feature consists of:
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Shore power main unit with automatic fuses.
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Automatic charger.
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Plugin unit for connecting to the shore power source.
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Power outlet sockets on the boat.
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The boat can also be equipped with cooking appliances and a water heater.
The locations of the shore power components are included in description of the electrical system.
Risk of electric shock and fire.
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Do not touch the high-voltage system.
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Do not let the power cable hang in the water.
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Never modify the connections on the shore power cable.
To avoid the risk of electric shock and fire, connect the power in the following order:
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Keep the shore power switched off before connecting and disconnecting the cable.
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Connect the cable first to the boat and then to the shore power supply.
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Disconnect the shore power cable first from the shore power supply and only then from the boat.
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After use, close the plug cover to prevent it from getting wet.
Never modify or repair the connections in the 110 V/230 V system. Always turn to a qualified electrician.
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Have the shore power system checked at least once every two years.
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Always disconnect the shore power cable when the system is not in use.
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Metal casings of installed electrical equipment must always be grounded.
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Use grounded electrical equipment only.
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If the ground fault breaker is tripped, disconnect the shore power cable immediately.
Contact a qualified electrician for repairs before using the system again.