One class: 3 hours
Do you have enough battery power and are you charging your batteries to maximize their performance? Many people understand the concepts but few have the information to make their boating experience worry free.
Batteries do not make electricity; they store it, just as a water tank stores water for future use. As chemicals in the battery change, electrical energy is stored or released.
Course Overview
Learn from the best: Jack Csenge, founder and former owner/operator of Jack Rabbit Marine, Inc.. This fast-paced workshop is short on theory and long on practical guidance covering operation, maintenance and trouble-shooting your marine battery needs. This class focuses on do-it-yourself maintenance, what you need to be worry free and basic trouble-shooting.
Topics
- The balanced energy system
- Load analysis
- Battery sizing, types and configurations
- “Full charge” defined & temperature compensation
- The voltage Regulator – charging procedures
- AMP Hour Monitors
- Engine Alternator sizing
- Charge Distribution Methods
- Solar Power systems
- Wind & Water Generators
- Inverters & Battery Chargers
- Case Histories
- Sail – minimize engine running time
- Power – minimize generator running time
Facilitators: Jack Csenge
Logistics:
Saturday, Jan 24
or
Saturday, Mar 21
9am-12pm at the Marine Training Center
Tuition: $150 and for a companion (crew, mate, family member) attending the class with you, the tuition is: $125
Certification: Upon course completion you will receive a Landfall Navigation Marine Training Center certificate of completion in Battery Management
Notes: Handouts and guides will be provided in class.
