Hi Jeff. I just wanted to take a moment and thank you for the time and effort you have put into this channel. It is a wealth of information. Thank you very much.
@PacificYachtSystems Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@kw779611 ай бұрын
Best video on this subject. Video seems to confirm, when using trickle charger, red boat switch has to be on. Thx
@theoldshooter9011 Жыл бұрын
One thing to take into consideration is the type of boat as well. I have a tritoon Crest party boat. There is no bilge pump for example. I was happy with the boat with the exception of the wiring. Getting into the helm and looking at the wiring, it looks like Crest just took a bucket full of wire, threw a hand grenade in the bucket and shoved the whole mess under the helm. I installed a Blue Seas Add A Battery kit (with ACR) on the boat. I also ran a 4 AWG cable from the battery area to the helm. This is in addition to the one Crest ran. I put a 12 position fuse panel in the helm to control the wiring and fusing better. I always turn off the switch when I leave the boat even if we are out boating and its overnight. The only thing I have that is constantly on are two Drok battery monitors so I can check the batteries any time I wish. They draw like no power when off and have caused no problems with the batteries no matter how long the boat has set.
@gynat59682 жыл бұрын
Amazed this video has so few likes relative to the quality of the content. One of the most thoroughly informative videos about this subject available. Well done!
@PacificYachtSystems2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@edwardkiernan6 ай бұрын
This is what I was looking for. Not as fun as watching people sail about, but essential information to understand.
@13postie4 күн бұрын
I know that this is an older post, but; if anyone can give me their opinion: I had a Four Winns "H200", for eight years. All summer long, my boat was either being used, or was docked on a lift. This was from June 15th until the end of September. I did not have a battery switch, nor did I disconnect the battery. No battery tender either. Now, I am buying a SX190 Yamaha jet drive boat, and I have been told to turn the battery switch off, when leaving the boat. The bilge pump is a direct connection, soit will operate regardless of a battery switch. My Four Winns was the same. PLEASE ANSWER THIS QUESTION: DO I HAVE TO SWITCH THE BATTERY OFF OR CAN I LEAVE IT THE SAME AS I USED TO DO? As well; any comments regarding the Yamaha SX190 would be welcome! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
@RR-or5ip3 жыл бұрын
Good to see you again! Been missing your videos!
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Appreciate you watching.
@tommays563 жыл бұрын
I have 24 Hour circuits on the critical items such as bilge pumps and various detectors
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
Bang on!
@chrisgibbons65273 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeff, as always very informative thank you. A quick request, is it possible to leave the conceptual diagrams (at 1:35 on the video) as a PDF in the description below with this video and others you often do? I can screen shot the clip but it never prints well. A hard copy of the schematic would be a fantastic reference for the future! Thanks again CG.
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
Great suggestion. All of our diagrams are also available on our website, www.pysystems.ca/resources/diagrams/
@bbigelow07632 жыл бұрын
In the diagram, it shows the solar controller on the switched side. In the event that your using a solar panel to recharge/top off the batteries would it be acceptable to have the controller on the unswitched side?
@PacificYachtSystems2 жыл бұрын
Good point, in most cased the solar controller should be connected to unswitched positive distribution.
@geertG5503 жыл бұрын
Always educational and pleasant to listen
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate the feedback - thanks for tuning in!
@johngardner3572 жыл бұрын
Straight to the point. This video is exactly what I needed to know. Thank you.
@PacificYachtSystems2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback, glad we could help.
@andreasnilsson44962 жыл бұрын
This channel is nothing short of a goldmine!
@PacificYachtSystems2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Andreas, glad our content resonates with you.
@keithadkins18342 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the explanation. Talking about float charging: does that mean that if the battery switch is turned to OFF that I should get a two bank float charger? My application: 2 batteries, outboard, no shore power, small runabout lake boat only use the handful of times a year.
@1irlmike3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for those answers very very helpful.
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
Happy to know they are helpful! Appreciate you watching.
@janisozols56723 жыл бұрын
Hello! Where should the VHF be connected before or after the DC switch? Thanks for answer in advance!
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
VHF radio is commonly listed as "always on" device. Resultingly, you should have the VHF radio connected before the DC disconnect switch.
@janisozols56723 жыл бұрын
@@PacificYachtSystems Thank you very much! Happy New Year!
@brixelus4 ай бұрын
Can I use a blue sea 5511e as just a simple on off switch for a boat with a single battery? I have one and would like to avoid buying an on off switch for my single battery in my boat. Thanks.
@joncook60152 жыл бұрын
Hey Jeff, thank you for this informative video. What about the scenario in which I leave the boat but do not have shore power - should I still turn the battery switch off? Does the decision change with frequency like daily, weekly, or monthly boating? Thanks!
@ME-qq2dc2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeff If i have a start and house battery (crank and deep cycle) and a dual input VSR. If I connect an onboard battery charger like a Noco or Promariner won't the VSR sense that both batteries are charging/charged and open the relay, does this even matter? Can you just hook up a single bank onboard charger and allow the VSR to charge the house battery once the start is at full charge? Any issues with this? Cheers
@parandoseamiraratras3 жыл бұрын
I would add a new question about this subject. What about the automátic bilge pump? I mean , if you leave in a wet place you could have an entrance of water and having the bilge pump could protect your boat from a mess. Not talking about a salt water leaking, more improbable but possible
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
Good point, the bilge pump circuit should be bypass the master DC on/off switch, and be directly connected to the battery via a fuse a dedicated switch.
@billb488433 жыл бұрын
Many of us have inverter / chargers. You have the inverter on the switched side of the "House Switch" isolating the charger portion also. Then you have the ??separate charger?? on the hot side of the switch. Recommending 2 chargers then? Thanx
@ericfleury31473 жыл бұрын
Inverter charger goes on the unswitched side, though it has its own switch (and fuse, obviously). That switch is only needed turned off for servicing, emergency, or if storing the boat long term.
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric for the explanation, well said!
@cstwong2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeff, so the shore power will still charge the batteries, even when the a batteries switches are off? Sorry if it is a stupid question. Thx again!
@PacificYachtSystems2 жыл бұрын
Yes and no, your battery charger will only charge the batteries if the charger is directly connected and bypass the switch.
@joergtrust6037 Жыл бұрын
What if something is wrong with your "unswitched" parts. Is there a chance to cut off the battery?
@johnsalles82482 жыл бұрын
I was always told if you're off the boat your batteries should be off
@PacificYachtSystems2 жыл бұрын
Many people leave food in the fridge and it needs to stay on. So it depends on the boat and how things are done. I would turn the engine switch off though.
@mrwrapper3 жыл бұрын
My fridge is switched and I leave the switch to house when I leave with the fridge breaker on. I have been wondering if it should be wired before the battery switch.
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
Fridge should definitely be connected to the switched side of the DC positive.
@jonathanshaw678420 күн бұрын
Does anyone have a switch on "unwitched" loads or sources to isolate them either for working on the load device, for working on the rest of the unswitched system without "magic" happening or to turn off a faulty device. Bilge pumps usually have their own switch (not persoally a fan of the ones you have to hold down) and could be turned off there, but should alarms etc.? E.g. If I was swapping out a bilge pump switch I would want to disconnect it from both the battery and the solar charger to avoid doing it live.
@truckstopmedia3 жыл бұрын
Love the videos. Set is looking a little bleak, though!
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing.
@alexgomez9997 Жыл бұрын
Dude - answer the freaking question!
@rwehuman3 жыл бұрын
Do not do not do not I repeat do not do not do not turn your battery switch to off while your Motors are running. Do not turn off the battery switch when your motors are running!!!
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
Good point. Learnt that lesson the hard way on my first boat, it's not an error i ever want to make again. Thanks for sharing.
@Sam-mx2pi3 жыл бұрын
OK, I'll bite. What happens if I do that? Thanks. "Preciate the heads up, btw.
@Sailspirit993 жыл бұрын
@@Sam-mx2pi I think the alternator can be ruined. Would someone please confirm?
@larrym553 жыл бұрын
What is the easiest way to check for stray voltage in the water around your boat or someone elses?
@PacificYachtSystems3 жыл бұрын
Using a really good multimeter and also a silver silver chloride reference anode.
@davidm2032 жыл бұрын
If you have a xantrex battery monitor. My xantrex gets power from the switched side so turning off the switch means the battery monitor will get out of sync with the batteries. Is this correct?
@PacificYachtSystems2 жыл бұрын
No, All battery monitors need to get wired direct to the battery. the xantrax will likly have 2 or 3 power wires. A power, and 1 or 2 voltages senses (2 if a 2nd bank is hooked up for voltage)
@nwmi4932 жыл бұрын
i just wait for the arrogant customers to do what they insist regardless of my recommendation; they leave the batteries on, loose shore power, kill batteries, wear out vac flush, burst water lines, run pumps dry..... and then they call me to replace it all. its a win win LOL show me the moneyyyyyyy!
@robertduncan46123 жыл бұрын
Jeff, it appears that you have lost some weight. Lookin' good, sir.