Powerboater's Guide to Electrical Systems: Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Improvements - Hardcover

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Ed Sherman is one of the country’sbest-known authorities on marine electrical systems.A senior writer at the American Boat & Yacht Council, hehas played a key role in defining that organization’s nationalstandards for electrical systems.

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Understand, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade your boat s 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 Council s certification program for electrical technicians. In Powerboater s 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

Ed Sherman is one of America s best-known authorities on marine technology. He is the author of Advanced Marine Electrics and Electronics Troubleshooting and Outboard Engines and the coauthor of The 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.