Powerboater's Guide to Electrical Systems, Second Edition
Understand, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade your boat’s electrical systemsFrustrated 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 Council’s certification program for electrical technicians. InPowerboater’s Guide to Electrical Systems, he combines basic theory with step-by-step directions for troubleshooting problems, making repairs, and installing new equipment. Learn toDraw up a wiring diagram for your boatLocate and identify wiring and circuit componentsSelect and use a multimeterChoose and maintain battery and marine ignition systemsTroubleshoot starting, charging, and instrument problemsInstall 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 CouncilEd Shermanis one of America’s best-known authorities on marine technology. He is the author ofAdvanced Marine Electrics and Electronics TroubleshootingandOutboard Enginesand the coauthor ofThe 12-Volt Bible for Boats. As the senior staff writer for the American Boat & Yacht Council, he plays a key role in defining that organization’s national standards for electrical systems and certifying marine electricians to the standards.