4.
For this DC Alternator Charger to function, find the
purple
ignition wire and connect it to the
Ignition Circuit
. This can be any +12v source that is only energized when the ignition key is turned
on. Use the quick connect terminal provided. See diagram to the right. If the purple ignition wire is
not long enough, it can be extended with 18 AWG wire.
Each output bank is independent and isolated from one another. The Minn Kota charger can charge
independent batteries or combinations of batteries hooked in series or parallel without disconnecting
the batteries from any switches or wires / straps joining the batteries. See diagram on page 6.
6. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Make sure the charger is properly mounted and the cords are connected properly to the batteries.
Double check the polarities of the cords and make sure the correct bank of the charger is connected
to the correct battery
INDICATOR LIGHTS:
The following will be displayed on the charger:
1) A GREEN power light is lit to indicate the ignition is turned on.
2) A RED power light is lit to indicate the input cord to the starting battery is connected reverse polarity.
3) A YELLOW light is lit to indicate the trolling battery(s) is(are) charging. (The starting battery voltage must be above 13.6V for the
charger to operate.)
4) A RED light for each output is lit if any battery(s) is(are) connected reverse polarity
INLINE FUSE:
Each input and output cord has inline fuses on the leads located near the ring terminals. These fuses serve as protection from surges and short
circuits caused by a damaged charger output cable. If a fuse blows, replace it with the exact type and rating of the original fuse. Improper bat-
tery connections will normally not cause a fuse to blow since this is handled by the chargers internal circuitry.
7. MAINTENANCE / CLEANING / STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Check battery charger for dirt, oil, battery corrosion, etc. Use a water and baking soda solution for cleaning corrosion. Wipe clean using a dry
cloth.
Check ring terminals for dirt, oil, and battery corrosion; then disconnect from battery posts and clean as necessary with water and baking soda
solution and dry with a clean cloth.
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CAUTION
– If a RED light is lit, disconnect the input cord from the charger immediately. Determine the reason based on the above information
and take the necessary corrective action to remedy the situation. If you are unable to remedy the situation and need help, call the Minn Kota
Service Department at 1-800-227-6433 and a technical support representative will be happy to assist you.
CAUTION
– Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to oper-
ate the equipment.
NOTE
– This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Specifications:
Model Part No. System Volts Banks Input Cable
Output
Cable
Size L x W x H
Weight
(lbs)
MK-1-DC 1821031
12
1
14AWG - 6’ 16AWG - 6’ 7” x 7-1/4” x 3-1/2”
5
MK-2-DC 1821032
12 / 24
2
12AWG - 6’ 16AWG - 6’ 10-1/2” x 7-1/4” x 3-1/2” 6.5
MK-3-DC 1821033
12 / 24 / 36
3
12AWG - 6’ 16AWG - 6’ 14-1/4” x 7-1/4” x 3-1/2” 8.5
Ignition
Circuit
I
S
B
Purple wire
Solenoid
Battery
