Fix mast toplight (task)

Broken navigation light fixture at top of Nevermore's mast

Fall 2007 Status

The light fixture at the top of the mast is broken.

It is believed to be an Aqua Signal Series 40 Tricolor/Anchor/Strobe light (12v, w/ Quicfits connector).

Aqua Signal part # 40806

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All three lamps are in working order (2 incandescent & 1 strobe). It may be possible to replace just the lenses to get the fixture working again properly. The Aqua Signal part number for the lens assembly is 40710-1.

Four wires run to this fixture from the base of the mast. These should be inspected for corrosion and replaced if necessary.

May 28 2008 Status

Repaired navigation light fixture for top of Nevermore's mast

• New lens fixture ordered and received.

• 4 new wires run through mast:
  • Ground: 12 AWG Yellow
  • Tricolor: 14 AWG Red
  • Anchor: 14 AWG Grey
  • Strobe: 14 AWG Blue

June 1, 2008 Status

• Wires at the top of the mast encased in heat-shrink for protection.
• Quikfits socket re-mounted to top of mast.
• New wires attached to Quikfits socket.
• Protective cover placed over Quikfits socket.

To Do

• The tricolor assembly needs to be clipped to the top of the mast.
  • It has been suggested that doing so after the boat is splashed will reduce the chance that it gets damaged during the mast re-step procedure.