Wayne.B wrote:
On Fri, 19 Dec 2008 21:11:11 -0800, "Capt. JG"
wrote:

Interesting suggestion. I think it's probably maint. crew that won't fess
up, since they've been doing a lot lately. I was thinking it would be nice
to get notified when it goes out. I'm betting there's some device on the
market that could email me, but it's probably expensive.

Do you have WiFi internet available at the dock ?

If so you could rig a web cam.

Or if not, a still camera *could* be rigged to take a photo on power
failure. If there is WiFi, install something like Skype or other VOIP
solution hooked to a hailer as well.

"{siren} **STAND** **AWAY** **FROM** **THE** **DOCK** **BOX** {siren}"

If you are lucky and it is a person they might be so startled they fall
off the pontoon :-)

But seriously, take the lead off and open each end for a full visual
inspection. Any rust staining or other buildup on the plastic insulator
between the pins *MUST* be cleaned off, if it doesn't clean up well
replace it. Dead spiders removed etc. Any signs of water penetration
and you'll need to either replace the plug or line socket or at least
make sure the rubber boot is sealing properly. If you have to disconnect
any wires, be sure you know where they go and reassemble with a very
little silicone dielectric grease.