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ELECTRICITY AND WIRING DIAGRAM
June 18, 2023 · 31 min · 18K views · Rochefort
What this video covers
The owner of a sailboat undergoes a comprehensive electrical refit, installing new 12V lighting circuits and planning a 220V distribution system. The project involves running new wiring for navigation lights, including the stern light, and installing junction boxes and anti-siphon valves. For the 220V system, the owner plans to use a manual transfer switch to toggle between shore power, a generator, and a 12V-to-220V inverter. This setup feeds a 30mA residual current device connected to four 16A circuit breakers for cabin outlets, the galley, a battery charger, and the refrigerator. The 12V system centralizes all positive and negative connections onto busbars, with individual fuses for bilge pumps, lighting, and navigation equipment. Separately, the owner reports difficulty securing a marine mechanic to service the Beta Marine engine, noting that transport costs to a qualified shop in Nantes are prohibitive.0:35 Inspection of the propeller shaft reveals wear at the stuffing box and cutlass bearing, with the diameter reduced from 30mm to 29mm. The owner intends to have a professional verify the final electrical installation to ensure safety and warranty compliance.
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