SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE
V1.7
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Due to the high current draw, Sideshift thrusters must be supplied with a dedicated
starter-type battery for each thruster.
WARNING:
High currents can result in reduced voltage supply to the thruster if
improper cable, connectors and/or assembly procedures are used.
This can result in poor performance or damage to the thruster
motor.
WARNING:
Ensure the dedicated thruster battery is fully charged and load
tested. Low battery voltage can result in erratic actuator
performance(actuator arm will not extend or retract properly) and
poor thruster performance or damage to the thruster motor.
Correct cabling and connection practices are essential to maintaining correct
operating voltage. Batteries must be fully charged before use.
In most cases, the cable run from battery to controller is less than 10 feet, in which
case 1/0 AWG cable is appropriate. For longer runs, use 2/0 AWG cable. Heavier
cable can be used although it provides no performance advantage. If in doubt,
increase the cable gauge.
Batteries are usually in a very low part of the boat and subject to moisture or partial
submersion and very damp/corrosive conditions, therefore it is important that the
connection terminals are properly sealed to the cables using heat shrink tubing
(supplied).
Compression terminal sizes are labelled to match the following applications:
1&2 AWG
Thruster cables
1/0 AWG
Battery cable (motor controller end), SS230/PT230
2/0 AWG
Battery cable (motor controller end), all other models
Ideally, the positive cables should be red and the negative cables black.
