Electrical, AC 110/115 Volt

Original manual page 38

The 110V AC power system depends upon the boat being connected to 110V-30 amp shore power connector. The factory option offers a 50' shore power cable which should be plugged into the 110V inlet on the boat (located on the transom) and into the shore power connector on the dock.

Care should be taken to support the shore power cable at both ends to allow sufficient slack to avoid pulling. Remember to allow for the tide.

The master breaker switch is 30 amp, two pole type, located in the port stern locker. There are five (5) 110V outlets. Be certain that all 110 volt appliances, other than lamps, have an adequate grounding connector. Wet feet or moist atmosphere increases the potential shock hazard.

There is a reverse polarity indicator on the panel. With all switches off, attach the power cable to the inlet. Next, attach the power cable to the dock outlet. If the reverse polarity light comes on, DISCONNECT THE CORD IMMEDIATELY! This indicates a reverse polarity situation which is very dangerous.

WARNING: Do not open the electrical panel for any purpose with the shore power cable connected to the dock. 110 volt wiring is exposed when the panel is open. Contact with the 110 volt wiring can cause electrocution. Electricity is dangerous. Even when safety devices are present, handle with care and use reasonable caution.

Ground Fault Interrupter:

G.F.I. receptacles are designed to provide protection against electrical shock hazards due to line-to-ground faults. Although the G.F.I. receptacle does not limit the magnitude of the fault current, and therefore cannot prevent electrical shock, it does limit the duration of the shock to a period considered safe for normal healthy persons. G.F.I. receptacles will provide protection against ground faults only. They will not protect against overload or short circuits. There is no known device that will guard against the electric shock hazard resulting from contact with both the "hot" and neutral wires of the electrical circuit.

The 110V AC outlets in the Catalina Yacht are protected by the G.F.I. receptacle. If there is a power failure which does not affect the fuse or breaker serving these outlets, unplug all cord-connected appliances from the protected outlets and restore power by pressing the red RESET button on the receptacle. Push the RESET back in and reconnect the appliances one at a time. Any defective appliance will trip the button and should be repaired at once.

If the appliances are all disconnected, and the RESET button will not stay in, call a qualified electrician. If the RESET button does not pop out when the blue TEST button is pressed, PROTECTION IS LOST. Do not use any of the outlets and call a qualified electrician immediately.

IMPORTANT: Your Ground Fault Interrupter Circuit should be tested regularly. Use the following steps:

1. Push the blue TEST button. The red RESET button should pop out. Power is now out at that outlet indicating that the circuit is operating properly.
2. If the button does not pop out when testing, do not use that outlet. Protection is lost and a qualified electrician should be called.
3. To restore power, push the RESET button.

Preventative Maintenance:

This consists of periodic inspection and protection against any damage created by the elements. Electrical systems are adversely affected by moisture and a salt-air environment. The system can be protected by the application of aerosol sprays such as WD-40 or CRC. All wire harnesses and connections should be checked periodically to ensure that fastenings are secured and that everything is clean with no sign of damage or corrosion. It is extremely important that all connections be kept clean.

WARNING: Do not perform any maintenance or repair on a live circuit. Do not turn the main DC switch off while the engine is running. This could cause damage to the alternator.