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"The 12-Volt Bible for Boats" is a complete introduction to the 12-volt electrical systems used on small boats to power everything from reading lights to bilge pumps. Written for boaters who are not skilled electricians, it clearly explains how 12-volt systems work and how to install, maintain, and troubleshoot them.

This second edition has been thoroughly updated to include the latest on marine batteries - including AGM and gel-cell batteries, multistage chargers, inverters, new wiring conventions, alternative energy sources, and modern test gear.



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Acknowledgments
Introduction to the second edition
Introduction to the first edition

CHAPTER 1. BASIC THEORY OF ELECTRICITY. A PRIMER
A few words of caution
The atom and its electrons
Terms defined
Electricity is not water, but...

CHAPTER 2. ELECTRIC CIRCUITS. PARTS OF THE SYSTEM
Circuit components
Series circuits
Parallel circuits

CHAPTER 3. THE BATTERY. HEART OF THE SYSTEM
Primary and secondary cells
Purpose and function of the storage battery
What happens when discharging
What happens when charging
Electrolyte and hydrometers
Load testing batteries
Storage battery construction
Differentiating between batteries
Battery banks
Selecting a battery
Battery maintenance and tools

CHAPTER 4. THE WIRING. ELECTRICAL VEINS AND ARTERIES
Proper size
Insulation
Identification codes
Terminals
Installation
A lesson in soldering

CHAPTER 5. THE CONTROLS. BRAINS OF THE SYSTEM
The control panel
Switches
Master switch
Fuses
Circuit breakers
Relays
Panel meters

CHAPTER 6. TRANSDUCERS. THINGS THAT DO THE WORK
What do you need?
Lights
Motors
Electronics

CHAPTER 7. RECHARGING THE BATTERY
Multiple battery isolators
Alternators and generators
The regulator
AC Shore power and solid-state chargers
Solar cells
Wind generators
Water generators
DC to AC inverters

CHAPTER 8. TROUBLE SHOOTING THE SYSTEM
Troubleshooting principles
Troubleshooting instrument: the multifunction meter
Troubleshooting instrument: test lights
Locating faults
Problem solving
Leaks and their detection

EPILOGUE

APPENDIX
Your boat´s electrical toolbox
Spare parts and junk

RESOURCES
Major UK marine electrical suppliers
Contact information
Installation and service records

INDEX