Basic Electrical Troubleshooting

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Boat Electrics

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In this bonus module, we look at simple ways in which you can troubleshoot your boat's DC system. The first lesson is a recorded presentation by Nigel, where he explains how to use a multimeter to find faults in your system.

The other lessons contain instructions and explanations for various techniques in more detail.

Basic Electrical Troubleshooting

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In this recorded presentation, Nigel explains you how to use a multimeter for simple troubleshooting tasks.

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Learn which are the most common causes of electrical faults and what tools we need to trace them down.

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Voltage measurements are the most important way to trace faults. This is why this is the most extensive lesson of this module.

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If a voltage measurement does not help us track down a fault, resistance measurements might be a solution.

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With a clamp meter, it is possible to make current measurements without disconnecting any terminal. We show you cases when this helps with troubleshooting.

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We finish the module with some tips an a brief summary.

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As a bonus, Nigel explains how he troubleshooted a broken autopilot.

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About the teacher

Jan & Nigel

This course has been created in a joint effort by Nigel Calder and Dr. Jan Athenstädt. Nigel is responsible for the lecture notes and Jan will take the role of presenter and guide you through the lessons.

  • Thanks, that was fun. A nice review on one front, but it is nice to see how others use these trouble shooting techniques.

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