We have a 1988 Sea Ray 46 Express Cruiser

Michele Poy

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Aug 31, 2019
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1988 sea Ray 46 Express Cruiser
Engines
3208 Cats
She is a beauty. We found her in Maryland a few years ago. This year we discovered the fluorescent lighting is not working in the galley and bathroom. We tested them and the tester said they are not getting power. Any thoughts? We are stumped! Thank you!
Michele
 
Michele,

Welcome to CSR!!

To your question: Do the outlets in the galley and head work?
 
Michele,

Welcome to CSR!!

To your question: Do the outlets in the galley and head work?
Hi John. Thanks for the welcome! The outlets in the galley work. Not sure about the head. We will check tomorrow. Thank you for your quick reply. Michele
 
Michelle,

Hopefully someone with your boat will weigh in. Your florescence fixtures are either 110v AC or 12volts DC. On my boat, the florescence fixture in the galley only works if boat is plugged into shore power or the generator is running (110v AC).

Over time, the ballast goes in these fixtures so testing the light receptacle shows no power. You actually have to remove the fixture and test the wiring going to the fixture.

If you look at the florescent bulb....it should tell you if it is 12v DC or 110v AC.
 
HI Michele, welcome to CSR.

I'd like to see some photos of your boat, where you go boating and your family and friends on board. Photos are always appreciated.
 
Michelle,

Hopefully someone with your boat will weigh in. Your florescence fixtures are either 110v AC or 12volts DC. On my boat, the florescence fixture in the galley only works if boat is plugged into shore power or the generator is running (110v AC).

Over time, the ballast goes in these fixtures so testing the light receptacle shows no power. You actually have to remove the fixture and test the wiring going to the fixture.

If you look at the florescent bulb....it should tell you if it is 12v DC or 110v AC.

Thanks for the info! We figured it out! The GFI in the head was tripped! All fixed! LOL!
 
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