Section 1 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
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After finding and correcting the cause of the overload, connect the starting battery and turn the ignition switch to the run
position. The circuit breaker should automatically reset. If a circuit breaker fails to reset, contact your Mercury Diesel authorized
repair facility
Port Side Power Distribution Box
Circuit Protection Circuit Breaker Rating
Key unswitched power to helm 20 A
Switched power to ECM 10 A
Key switch to ECM 10 A
Switched power to ECM 15 A
ECM switched power to SIM 15 A
Power—diagnostic connector 5 A
Vessel Integration Panel (VIP) Overload Protection
A vessel integration panel (VIP) is typically mounted in the engine compartment. The VIP contains three circuit breakers that
help protect system wiring.
a - Helm circuit breaker (10 A)
b - Gear circuit breaker (15 A)
c - SIM/Vessel circuit breaker (10 A)
Power Trim and MerCathode Overload Protection
If an electrical overload on the electrical system occurs, a fuse will open (blow). Find and correct the cause before replacing the
fuse.
NOTE: If you must operate the engine in an emergency, turn off and disconnect all accessories from the engine and
instrumentation wiring in an attempt to isolate the electrical overload or excessive current draw. Replace the fuse. If the fuse
burns out, the electrical overload has not been eliminated and further checks must be made on the electrical system. Contact
your Mercury Diesel authorized repair facility.