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A 9kVA Paguro generator on the 10-year liveaboard vessel Catalpa failed to produce power due to a faulty current transformer.9:09 The owner diagnosed the issue by tracing the wiring and identifying a broken terminal on the transformer, which acts as a safety interlock for the generator's output.9:49 He replaced the failed component with a 50-amp, 50-milliamp Blue Sea Systems current transformer and a new 180-ohm resistor, soldering the connections and securing the assembly with zip ties.13:18 Testing confirmed the repair restored power, enabling the crew to resume water production and battery charging.15:10 The owner also installed an hour meter on the boat's 15-horsepower Mercury four-stroke EFI outboard and modified the cockpit table to improve deck space.8:29 Future maintenance plans include replacing a broken exhaust temperature sensor to prevent potential overheating of the plastic exhaust muffler.15:52 Troubleshooting electrical components requires basic soldering skills, a multimeter, and access to wiring diagrams.

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