Cal Boats CAL 27 Mk III Owner's Manual - Shore-Power System
SHORE-POWER SYSTEM 21
SHORE-POWER SYSTEM
The shore-power system accepts 110V AC through a three-prong male connection located
in the cockpit . There are two current carrying conductors, positive and negative, as well as a
grounded non-current carrying conductor .
WARNING: NEVER USE AN ADAPTER THAT ELIMINATES THE GROUNDING CONDUCTOR .
SEVERE SHOCK, INJURY, OR DEATH MAY RESULT .
A master-circuit breaker is provided for the shore-power system . To activate shore power,
throw the circuit-breaker switch after the shore-power line is connected to dock power . In
addition, there are both audible (buzzer) and visual (yellow light on panel) reverse polarity
indicators . With all switches off, attach the power cable to the inlet . Next, attach the power
cable to the dockside outlet .
WARNING: IF THE POLARITY INDICATOR LIGHTS AND/OR SOUNDS, DISCONNECT THE
CORD IMMEDIATELY! THIS INDICATES A REVERSE POLARITY SITUATION, WHICH IS
DANGEROUS . SEVERE SHOCK, INJURY, OR DEATH MAY RESULT . DIAGNOSE AND CORRECT
THE PROBLEM BEFORE PROCEEDING .
If the polarity is correct, switch on the breaker for the outlets and/or hot-water tank as
desired . Be sure the hot-water tank is full before turning on the circuit, or you will damage
the heating element (see plumbing and commissioning sections) . It is recommended that all
appliances or lights be wired with three-prong grounded plugs .