diff --git a/docs/assets/victron_full.jpg b/docs/assets/victron_full.jpg new file mode 100644 index 0000000..252cd37 Binary files /dev/null and b/docs/assets/victron_full.jpg differ diff --git a/docs/checklists/01_before_sailing.md b/docs/checklists/01_before_sailing.md index 071618a..9df237d 100644 --- a/docs/checklists/01_before_sailing.md +++ b/docs/checklists/01_before_sailing.md @@ -4,6 +4,7 @@ - [ ] Check [[weather|weather forecast]] - [ ] [[navigation#Planning a coastal/inland route|Plan route]] and set up in plotter +- [ ] [[electrics#^115922|Charge battery to 100%]] if needed - [ ] Do [[#When going offshore|offshore preparations]] as needed - [ ] Decide [[sails#Sail plan|sail plan]] - [ ] Update sail plan and crew list in [logbook](http://192.168.1.105/admin/#/e/_meri_imperiumi_signalk_logbook) @@ -20,6 +21,7 @@ - [ ] Download any media planned to be consumed while offshore - [ ] Charge all battery packs and flashlights - [ ] Charge handheld VHF +- [ ] Charge InReach - [ ] Set up sea bunk(s) with lee cloth - [ ] Fill alcohol stove with fuel - [ ] Stow bow anchor in anchor locker @@ -28,6 +30,7 @@ - [ ] Hank on and secure staysail - [ ] Install jacklines - [ ] Ensure emergency contacts know the plan +- [ ] Enable InReach tracking if using - [ ] Get pizza for the first watches if available ## Inside the vessel @@ -40,9 +43,9 @@ * [ ] Prepare lifevests * [ ] Fill water bottles and place them in cockpit holder * [ ] Turn off heater -* [ ] Turn on VHF * [ ] Turn chartplotter tablet charging on * [ ] Install [[navigation#Cockpit chartplotter|chartplotter tablet]] +* [ ] Install VHF Commandmic * [ ] Remove engine frost guard (if using) * [ ] Stow dehumidifier (if using) * [ ] Ensure engine seacock is open @@ -69,6 +72,7 @@ - [ ] Remove winch covers - [ ] Remove instrument covers - [ ] Check whether instruments are responsive. If not, [[electronics#Rebooting NMEA2000|reboot NMEA2000]] +- [ ] Turn on VHF - [ ] Stow shore power cable - [ ] Install safety knives - [ ] Check that inside team is ready diff --git a/docs/checklists/02_daily_checks.md b/docs/checklists/02_daily_checks.md index 32d8a26..0c4e569 100644 --- a/docs/checklists/02_daily_checks.md +++ b/docs/checklists/02_daily_checks.md @@ -14,5 +14,5 @@ - [ ] Make water if conditions allow - [ ] Check that hydrogenerator and windvane are in correct positions - [ ] Write and publish the day's [\[b\]log entry](https://github.com/meri-imperiumi/log) -- [ ] Do a tracking entry via InReach +- [ ] Do a MapShare tracking entry via InReach if offshore diff --git a/docs/checklists/04_after_sailing.md b/docs/checklists/04_after_sailing.md index e6dc919..f6edf6a 100644 --- a/docs/checklists/04_after_sailing.md +++ b/docs/checklists/04_after_sailing.md @@ -25,6 +25,7 @@ - [ ] If cold or rainy weather is expected, set up the cockpit enclosure - [ ] Deploy winch covers - [ ] Set instruments on sleep mode and deploy covers +- [ ] Turn VHF off and stow Commandmic - [ ] Remove [[navigation#Cockpit chartplotter|chartplotter tablet]] - [ ] Open diesel heater exhaust cover - [ ] Remove safety knives if in a harbour @@ -33,7 +34,6 @@ - [ ] Turn chartplotter tablet charging off - [ ] Turn navigational lights off -- [ ] Turn VHF off - [ ] Disable InReach tracking - [ ] Open front hatch for ventilation - [ ] Open heads seacock diff --git a/docs/systems/electrics.md b/docs/systems/electrics.md index e285866..1b1f693 100644 --- a/docs/systems/electrics.md +++ b/docs/systems/electrics.md @@ -88,6 +88,20 @@ The boat's shore power connection runs to a [Victron MultiPlus 500VA](https://ww The shore power connection is isolated with a Victron galvanic isolator. This is located next to the shore power main breaker in the hull side of the technical compartment. +The shore power charger is set to [solar priority mode](https://www.victronenergy.com/live/ve.bus:solar-and-wind-priority), meaning that it will only charge batteries if they are very depleted. Otherwise it will only power AC loads and let renewables handle the DC side. + +#### Charging batteries to full + +^115922 + +- [ ] Ensure shore power is plugged in +- [ ] Open a browser to the [Cerbo GX screen](http://venus.local) +- [ ] Open MultiPlus settings +- [ ] Click *Charge batteries to 100%* +- [ ] Confirm + +![Charging to 100%](../assets/victron_full.jpg) + ## Monitoring The boat's electrical system can be monitored via: