Who says boat lifts can't have runways?

[Sconnie]

A 12 or 24 VDC system would be safe and no different than trailer lights in the water or LED's under the swim platform, HOWEVER; as an electrician and engineer if I saw that in the water there would be no measure to how fast we would be getting out of dodge. How would I know it was done correctly? Lights in the water can be safe but always make me nervous. If someone invented a UL listed system that came on boat lifts I'd feel better about it. There now, I let my Shark Tank idea out of the bag.

[lj_mastercraft]

Just to add my 2c - there's nothing that says 120v shouldn't be used in or around water - 99.9% of swimming pool lights across the country are running on 120v. The difference is they are built to be submersed, and are behind at least one gfci. Putting string lights (albeit waterproof) in the water, especially 120v, does make me nervous though.

[moosehead]

^Thanks Ida, apologies if I was too over the top. My bad. Much appreciate your making it safe for you, yours, and your dockmates.

We have the same no swim rules at the multi berth docks, but kids jump in constantly, adults tumble in frequently, and it's a minor miracle I haven't gone in docksides.

Cheers.

[LDA6339]

OP has handled this well, but this is basic life-safety, not constructive criticism.

If a dockmate had that rats nest rig next to us, I'd rip him up and down for putting MY family at risk.

I'll refrain from further bloviating. Safe boating all.

I'm not sure how much swimming you guys do under your boat/in your boat dock. Although there is not much going on where I'm at. In fact its not allowed. But I see your point.


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[VP46]

If you absolutley have to have runway lights.....

Fashion something with fiber optic cables and a solar power charging deal so you never have electricity anywhere near the water.

PS my idea above is Patent Pending go quick or I'll send my attoney after ya

[RMEngdahl]

Consider installing lights in the lift cover that you can turn on remotely when you come in? May provide enough light to show the way.


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[moosehead]

OP has handled this well, but this is basic life-safety, not constructive criticism.

If a dockmate had that rats nest rig next to us, I'd rip him up and down for putting MY family at risk.

I'll refrain from further bloviating. Safe boating all.

[jafo9]

To OP, I applaud your ability to accept the constructive criticism given here. A lot of folks would have gotten upset and defensive. Well done.

[AKralk83]

*old not lob


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[AKralk83]

This news article is lob, but has been used many times from our Saftey department as an extreme life changing scenario. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/3156140.stm


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[FoggyNogginz]

I do stupid things in my boat all the time, with stupid people, who love stupid things. We just try to limit our trips to the hospital because those can be stupidly expensive and painful . Good luck with the project.

[LDA6339]

To answer the title of the post- Safety says boat lifts can't have runways (unless done correctly by someone who knows a lot more than I do) . I can't thank you guys enough for stopping this before something bad happened. Makes me proud to be a TT member.


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[FoggyNogginz]

To be clear- there is no swimming going on. But I guess what I'm reading is leave them unplugged until I can find better quality lights and wire them in a way without extension cords?

Yes. Get a valid IP rated and DC powered system built for long term submersion (since your lift may be down for many hours or days), and this will be as safe as it can possibly be. Look for systems that go in ponds, swimming pools, or hot tubs because these should carry all of the ratings that you seek for this application.

Personally, you could just get some nice solar powered dock lights and never have to worry about this again. Good luck.

[LDA6339]

I appreciate everyone reaching out so quickly to keep us safe- Does anyone know where I could find some lights that would be safe? Is tha an online thing of an instore thing? If so which store?

[FoggyNogginz]

Once again - because it was said again - waterproof does not equal submersible in the electrical world.

Just trying to be clear, and not be a PITA.