Powerboater's Guide to Electrical Systems, Second Edition [Hardcover]

Understand, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade your boats electrical systems

Frustrated by the high cost of basic electrical work but nervous about tackling such projects yourself? Get sound advice and guidance from author Ed Sherman, who wrote and teaches the American Boat & Yacht Councils certification program for electrical technicians. InPowerboaters Guide to Electrical Systems, he combines basic theory with step-by-step directions for troubleshooting problems, making repairs, and installing new equipment. Learn to

• Draw up a wiring diagram for your boat
• Locate and identify wiring and circuit components
• Select and use a multimeter
• Choose and maintain battery and marine ignition systems
• Troubleshoot starting, charging, and instrument problems
• Install DC and AC marine accessories, equipment, and electronics

Ed Sherman's nationally recognized expertise in electrical systems in boats makes him a natural choice to train and certify marine electricians. . . . He believes, as I do, that doing it right the first time will surely enhance your boating experience.--C. T. Skip Moyer III, Past President, American Boat & Yacht Council

Foreword to the Second Edition by Skip Burdon, President and CEO, American Boat & Yacht Council

Preface to the Second Edition

Introduction

Chapter 1. Electrical Basics You Need to Know

What Is Electricity?

Electrical Circuits

Ohm's Law and What It Can Tell Us

Voltage Drop

Putting It All Together

Circuit Problems and How They Occur

Tools

Chapter 2. Working with Wiring Diagrams

The Trouble with Boats

Wiring Diagrams

Common Symbols

Component Identification

Wire Identification and the ABYC Color Code

Expanding the Basic Circuit

Locating Components

Drawing Your Own Wiring Diagram

Chapter 3. Selecting and Using a Multimeter

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