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SELECTING THE CORRECT BATTERIES
NOTICE:
The in-line re-settable 30A fuse is designed to protect the system. If this fuse repeatedly trips, faulty wiring could be
the cause and must be corrected. If the re-settable fuse itself is suspect, Minn Kota recommends contacting customer service for a
proper replacement.
SELECTING THE CORRECT BATTERIES
The Talon will operate with any lead acid, marine 12 volt battery. For best results, Minn Kota recommends connecting to the starting
battery. Maintain battery at full charge. Proper care will ensure having battery power when you need it, and will significantly improve the
battery life. Failure to recharge lead-acid batteries (within 12-24 hours) is the leading cause of premature battery failure. Use a multi-
stage charger to avoid overcharging. We offer a wide selection of chargers to fit your charging needs. For more information on battery
selection and rigging, please visit
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The Talon draws a small amount of residual current from the battery even when not in use. If the Talon will not be used for more than
5 days, the Talon power leads should be disconnected from the battery. Avoid connecting the Talon to the same batteries that a trolling
motor or other accessories are connected to. It is recommended the Talon be connected to the Starting Battery through a battery
selector or power disconnect switch. This will disconnect power to the Talon when the Power Switch is "off". If you are not using a
battery selector/power disconnect switch, the Talon may be connected directly to the Starting Battery.
CONNECTING THE BATTERIES
12 Volt Systems
1. If connecting to an optional battery selector/power disconnect switch, turn it to the "off" position prior to connecting the power
cable.
2. Connect positive ( + ) white lead to positive ( + ) battery terminal, or switch positive.
3. Connect negative ( – ) black lead to negative ( – ) battery terminal, or switch positive.
WARNING
Never connect the (+) and the (–) terminals of the same battery together. Take care that no metal object can fall onto the battery and
short the terminals. This would immediately lead to a short and extreme fire danger.
For proper ABYC compliance, when the factory fuse has been removed, the user must install a 30A fuse within 7" of the positive
battery terminal.
WARNING
Observe proper polarity and follow instructions in your boat owner’s manual regarding polarity.
