
by Charles Wing (Author)
Boatowner's Illustrated Wiring Manual is a user-friendly, practical manual for all onboard electrical projects - from fixing loose connections to rewiring the entire boat. Simple, clear and abundantly illustrated, it is the key to understanding and customising all aspects of a boat's electrical systems. This new edition includes new battery, alternator and other technologies as well as new 3D perspective drawings and a colour wiring section. Wing explains DC and AC wiring materials and systems, batteries, alternators, inverters, generators, corrosion control, and alternative energy installations (solar, wind and water). There are detailed instructions for wiring radios and navigation equipment, installing cabin lights, navigation lights, burglar alarms, battery charge indicators, bilge alarms, and extensive tables summarise the most important specifications in a handy quick-reference format. This book, from an author who specialises in making the complex simple, will be a godsend for all boatowners. 'Deserves a permanent place on your shelves.' Boating World
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 272
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical
Published: 30 Jun 2007
ISBN 10: 0713682922
ISBN 13: 9780713682922
Book Overview: Expanded content and format, printed on hard-wearing laminated boards. Contains all the information needed to work on a boat's wiring system or install new electrical or electronic equipment Explains clearly and simply a complex subject, with the aid of almost 500 diagrams The most comprehensive and practical book on the subject Essential reading for all boatowners