"IanM" wrote in message
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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.


Are you talking about the lead inside the box or the cord that runs to the
boat.

I like the siren idea! LOL

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