Alex F
Well-Known Member
- Nov 14, 2006
- 9,166
- Boat Info
- 2005 420DB with AB 11 DLX Tender, Raymarine Electronics (2x12" MFDs) with Vesper AIS
- Engines
- Cummins 450Cs, 9KW Onan Generator, 40HP Yamaha for tender.
While storing on hard over the winter I see that some boats are plugged in to GFIs on telephone poles whenever an extension cord can reach. My boat is located near one this time around and I was utilizing the outlets anytime I’m on the boat, but then I would unplug the cord and turn off the batteries before leaving for a week or whatever.
Having 110ac power close to the boat got me thinking that I may have an option keeping the batteries connected and keep the charger on 24/7 if I keep the boat plugged in. This will allow me to have more comfort while doing projects over the winter. So, I was talking to a friend and the biggest concern is that in the event of a transformer failure there’s a risk of fire. I was told that due to this some yacht clubs have a rule no to plug their boats.
What you guys think, is this safe or not worth risking?
P.S. for now I did what I always do, which is unplugged the cord and disconnected the batteries. But, since I'm looking in to alarm systems I'd like to change my approach and have 110ac available 24/7 year round.
Having 110ac power close to the boat got me thinking that I may have an option keeping the batteries connected and keep the charger on 24/7 if I keep the boat plugged in. This will allow me to have more comfort while doing projects over the winter. So, I was talking to a friend and the biggest concern is that in the event of a transformer failure there’s a risk of fire. I was told that due to this some yacht clubs have a rule no to plug their boats.
What you guys think, is this safe or not worth risking?
P.S. for now I did what I always do, which is unplugged the cord and disconnected the batteries. But, since I'm looking in to alarm systems I'd like to change my approach and have 110ac available 24/7 year round.
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