Blue Sea Systems e-Series Selector Battery Switch (Model: 9001E-BSS) is a top - notch choice for your boating needs. It has a 350 - amp continuous rating for in - board gasoline or diesel engines. The tin - plated copper studs offer great conductivity and resist corrosion. It can accept up to 4/0 AWG battery cables and 3/8' (M10) ring terminals. With a 7/8' (22mm) stud length, it can handle multiple cable terminals. The one - piece terminal stud design stays tight over time. It fits most Perko and Guest low - amperage battery switch hole patterns and can be surface or rear - panel mounted. The tactile indicator helps you know the knob position by touch. It's waterproof (rated IP66 against powerful water jets) and ignition - protected, safe for gasoline - powered boats. The make - before - break contact design allows switching without power interruption. It can switch isolated battery banks to all loads or combine battery banks to all loads. Specifications include a 4 - position selector switch, red color, 32V DC maximum voltage, and more.
Using this Blue Sea battery switch is easy. First, make sure your boat's power is off. Connect the battery cables to the appropriate studs, following the cable size requirements. You can choose to switch between isolated battery banks or combine them to power all your boat's loads. The tactile indicator on the knob helps you know its position just by feeling it. When it comes to maintenance, check the terminal studs regularly to make sure they're tight. Since it's waterproof, it can handle water splashes, but avoid submerging it for long periods. Keep it clean and dry to ensure long - lasting performance. Always follow the recommended torque when tightening the terminal studs. This switch is ignition - protected, but still, use it in a well - ventilated area, especially on gasoline - powered boats.
