DANGERBefore connecting the dock socket, ensure the type of voltage and the sockets available, their integrity and the absolute absence of moisture on the wire, on the socket and on the plug.
With plug connected check that wire:
CAUTIONThe connection must be performed under safety conditions with not powered connections and by paying attention to carry out a correct grounding.
The shore columns can supply different types of voltage, according to the harbour where you are moored; contact the Port Authority for the correct power supply of the column you are going to be connected.
In order to power the yacht’s electrical system, which in turn ensures operation of the various on board systems, a 100 A - 50 Hz shoreside connector has been fitted astern.
By means of the main electrical panel, it is possible to check and monitor the electric parameters of the dock sockets, allowing a clear and readable display of the values measured, this facilitates the prevention of possible faults and malfunctioning and increases the safety of navigation.
It occurs very often to find dock plugs with dimensions not compatible with those on the yacht; in this case it is necessary to contact the Port Authority and to get a new plug or an adapter.
Shoreside electricity supply connection procedure:
A supply voltage level controller is installed on the shoreside connector panel.
If the shoreside supply voltage is outside the correct operating range, the controller prevents selection of the shoreside supply and sends a signal to the monitoring station.
The controller is powered at 24 V by the service batteries. If the batteries are flat or the controller is damaged, a by-pass control on the shoreside connector panel overrides the controller disable and enables manual selection of the shoreside connector.
DANGERDo not leave shore power supply connected without people on board.
CAUTIONDo not modify connectors of shore power supply cable, use only plug compatible connectors. If the yacht power supply cable cannot be plugged into the shore socket, ask the Port Authority for an adapter. In any case, never use adapters cutting the mass conductor connection between the shore electrical system and the yacht electric system.
The use of these adapters can irreparably damage the electric devices.
DANGERBefore carrying out any intervention on the electric system, disconnect all circuits and the shore connection.
WARNINGIf the warning light on the main electrical panel in the engine room is on this means that the electric socket for dock power supply is plugged.
CAUTIONDisconnect the shore power supply connections when the system is not in use.
WARNINGDo not allow that cable end of shore power supply to floats in the water. This can cause an electric field as well as injuries or even the death of the swimmers nearby.
CAUTIONTo cut the electric power supply from shore:
At least once every two weeks, have the various connections of electric boards, panels and boxes checked by experienced and equipped personnel. Make sure that ground connections of electric equipment and electrical panels are tight and not oxidized. At least once a month check the status of the dock socket and eventually clean it.
DANGERRisk of electric shock from leakage currents. Never swim in waters near harbours or marinas.