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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q Are Minn Kota On-Board Precision Chargers tested and approved for use with Odyssey batteries?
A
All Minn Kota On-board Precision Chargers have been tested by Odyssey and found to properly charge all batteries rated
from 7-114 Ah.
Q Are the Minn Kota battery chargers waterproof?
A
Yes, the battery chargers are waterproof, however, they should not be operated while immersed.
Q Can I charge two batteries on one charger bank?
A
Yes, but it is not recommended. It takes double the amount of time to charge two batteries and could result in an error being
displayed if the batteries take too long to charge.
Q Can I connect two charger banks to one battery?
A
Yes, this will charge the battery almost twice as fast. However, the water in the battery is more likely to evaporate with higher
charging currents. Thus, the electrolyte level should be checked more often. The maximum safe charging current on most
deep cycle batteries is 20 amps. Consult your battery manufacturer for recommendations.
Q Can I extend the Minn Kota battery charger output leads?
A
Yes, please refer to Accessory Kit 1820089 - MK-EC-15 Wire Extension Kit (see Pg. 10).
Q Can the Minn Kota battery charger be mounted in any position?
A
Yes, but it is highly recommended that the charger not be mounted below the waterline.
Q Do I need to disconnect the series or parallel battery connection(s) when using Minn Kota chargers?
A
No, the battery jumper wire(s) can remain in place for both types of wiring.
Q Does losing AC power or unplugging the Precision charger from an AC outlet aff ect battery type selection?
A
No, once a battery type is selected it will be stored until a new battery type is selected by the user.
Q Does losing AC power or unplugging the Precision charger from an AC outlet aff ect Deep Equalization
mode?
A
Yes, the Deep Equalization mode is cancelled and the charger will restart the charging cycle in normal Flooded Lead Acid
battery mode.
Q How do I set Equalization mode on my Minn Kota Precision charger?
A
Minn Kota Precision Chargers feature Automatic Equalization Technology that cleans and conditions batteries with each
charge cycle (fl ooded Lead-Acid only). Precision Chargers also feature a user selectable by bank Deep Equalization Mode.
Select Deep Equalization Mode (recommended every 30th charge cycle) – Deep Equalization should only be performed
on Flooded Lead-Acid batteries. Before you can select Deep Equalization mode you must fi rst make sure that the current
battery selection is set to Flooded Lead Acid. Press and hold the “BATTERY SELECTION” button until you see three yellow
LED’s illuminate, then release the “BATTERY SELECTION” button. If any of the yellow LED’s begin to fl ash you are in Deep
Equalization Mode.
NOTE:
The state of charge LED’s will continue to fl ash through the entire charge cycle including the 12-hour maintenance
mode.
Q How often should I perform Deep Equalization?
A
Deep Equalization is recommended every 30th charge cycle or once a year.
Q How do I determine what battery type is selected on my Minn Kota PC Charger?
A
Press and release the “BATTERY SELECTION” button. The yellow LED located next to the corresponding battery type
selected will illuminate for 2-5 seconds.
Q How warm do Minn Kota battery chargers get?
A
The Minn Kota battery chargers can reach 150° F. They may get warm in an enclosed area. The maximum recommended
room temperature for charging batteries is 122° F. If the charger seems to get “hot,” try opening a hatch to help cool the
charger. When the charger is hot, the output current will drop to protect the charger and the battery.
Q What happens if AC power is lost during a charging cycle with the Minn Kota Precision battery charger?
A
The PC charger will simply restart the charging cycle with the battery type that was originally selected. Losing power or
unplugging the PC charger does not clear your battery type selection.
Q What size fuses are used on Minn Kota battery chargers?
A
Chargers with a yellow fuse holder use a 30 amp AGX 32V automotive fuse. An AGC can be used but may not fi t as well as
the AGX. Chargers with a red fuse holder use a 30 amp ATC 32V automotive fuse.
