Battery Connection
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WARNING
Before working around electrical system components, disconnect the battery
cables from the battery to prevent injury or damage to the electrical system due to
an accidental short circuit.
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CAUTION
Disconnecting or connecting the battery cables in the incorrect order can cause
injury from electrical shock or can damage the electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative (‑) battery cable first and connect it last.
NOTICE
Failure to operate the trolling motor within the recommended voltage specifications
can cause product damage. Do not exceed the maximum supply voltage.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the decal on the head of the trolling motor to determine the
voltage requirements of your trolling motor.
12-VOLT BATTERY CONNECTION
1. Starting with the negative (–) lead, disconnect the battery cables from the
engine starting or accessory battery.
2. Install a 50‑amp (good) or 60‑amp (best) manual reset circuit breaker in line
with the trolling motor power cable positive (+) lead and the trolling motor
battery positive (+) terminal.
3. Connect the positive (+) trolling motor lead to the positive (+) trolling motor
battery terminal.
4. Connect the negative (–) trolling motor lead to the negative (–) trolling motor
battery terminal.
5. Connect a common ground bond from the trolling motor battery negative (–)
terminal to the engine starting battery negative (–) terminal.
WIRING AND BATTERY INFORMATION
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