The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) has
published a standard for the color coding of boat
wiring. Four Winns voluntarily complies with these
standards so a qualified service technician can install
new equipment or troubleshoot the electrical system.
The following table (Figure H15) summarizes the color
code system:
Batteries produce hydrogen and oxygen gases
when being charged. These explosive gases
escape through the vent/fill caps and may form
an explosive atmosphere around the battery if
the ventilation is poor. This gas may remain
around the battery for several hours after
charging. Sparks or flames can ignite the gas
and cause an explosion.
WireColor
Red
WireDesignation
Wiresonpositive(+)sideofbatterythatgoto
starter. Thiswireisnon-protected.
Red/Purple
Stripe
50ampprotectedwirethatrunsfromthe
Fire or Explosion Hazard!
Only qualified personnel should install batteries
and perform electrical system maintenance. Do
not expose batteries to open flame or sparks.
Do not smoke near batteries.
enginetothefusepanelatthehelm.
Yellow/Red
Stripe
Wirefromstarterswitchtostartersolenoid.
Power lead to bilge blower from a fuse or
Brown/Yellow
switch.
Sensor wire from tachometer sender to
tachometer.
DarkGray
Brown/Orange Leadstobilgepumpfromswitch.
Poison!
Brown/Red
Leadstoautobilgepump.
Sulfuric acid in batteries can cause severe
burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or
clothing. Wear goggles, rubber gloves and
protective apron when working with batteries.
In case of skin contact, flush with water at least
Wire between ignition switch and coil. Wire
Purple
from ignition switch through distribution
paneltoelectricalinstruments.
Orange
Accessories
15
minutes. If swallowed, drink large quantities
DarkBlue
Wirefromswitchtoinstrumentlights.
of water or milk. Follow with Milk of Magnesia,
beaten egg or vegetable oil. Get medical
attention immediately.
Sensor wire fromengine oilpressure sender
tooilpressuregauge.
LightBlue
Tan
Sensorwirefromwatertemperaturesenderto
watertemperaturegauge.
Sensorwirefromfueltanklevelsendertofuel
gauge.
Pink
Disconnect the battery before working on
electrical or ignition system to prevent electrical
shock and accidental ignition.
Purple/White Trimposition
White/Green
White/Blue
White/Red
Yellow
Trim do wn
Trim up
B. Electrical Wiring Maintenance
Periodically, inspect all wiring for nicks, chafing,
brittleness, improper support, etc. Spraying the
electrical connections with an electrical connection
cleaner will reduce corrosion and improve electrical
continuity.
Trim power
Ground
Gray/Green
Gray/Blue
Bow light
Stern light
Note: Some of these colors can serve more than one type of circuit.
DO NOT allow corrosion to build up on
connections. This can cause equipment to
operate improperly.
Figure H15 Wiring Color Codes
Electrical Systems - Section H
Owner’s Manual Page 72
| Categories | Four Winns Manuals, Four Winns SL-Series Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2011 |
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