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Tips on Electrical System Use and Maintenance

Part I : Introduction

Photos by David H. Pascoe, Marine Surveyor

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This service outlet was replaced by some one who didn't understand high voltage wiring and this is the result.  The breaker was very old and the contacts fused closed and would no longer trip.  This photo was taken during a survey while the wood behind the panel was burning.  The owner showed no concern about it, thought it wasn't serious.

 

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Here's a good reason why this ribbed plastic conduit should not be used on boats. Not only is it highly flammable, but it spreads the fire.

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Yacht Survey Photos:
Tips on Electrical System Use and Maintenance

I Introduction 2 photos
II High Voltage (AC) Systems with 0 photos
III DC Systems 6 photos
IV Adding New Equipment one photo
First posted July 14, 1998 at www.yachtsurvey.com.

Posted November 17, 1998  

 

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David H. Pascoe
is a marine surveyor, author and publisher of power boat books:
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What is Pre-Purchase Survey?
Chapter 2   
Business Practices and Client Relations

Chapter 3   
Sound vs. Seaworthiness

Chapter 4   
Procedures

Chapter 5   
Hull and Its Structure

Chapter 6   
Surveying the Hull
Chapter 7   
Using Moisture Meters

Chapter 8  
Stress Cracks & Surface Irregularities

Chapter 9   
Deck & Superstructure

Chapter 10   
Cockpits

Chapter 11 
Drive Train

Chapter 12 
Gas Engines

Chapter 13 
Fuel Systems

Chapter 14 
Exhaust Systems

Chapter 15 
Electrical Systems

Chapter 16 
Plumbing Systems

Chapter 17 
Sea Trials

Chapter 18 
Appraisal

Chapter 19 
Reporting

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The Marine Investigator
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The Nature of Investigations
Chapter 3  
The Nature of Evidence
Chapter 4 
Marine Insurance and Issues of Law
Chapter 5  
Bilge Pumps & Batteries
Chapter 6  
Finding the Leak
Chapter 7  
Sinking Due To Rain
Chapter 8  
Fire Investigations
Chapter 9  
Machinery Failure Analysis
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Fraud Investigations
Chapter 11
Interrogation Techniques
Chapter 12
Reports
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Deposition & Court Testimony

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