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CONNECTING THE BATTERIES IN SERIES
CONNECTING THE BATTERIES IN SERIES
(IF REQUIRED FOR YOUR MOTOR)
24-Volt Systems
Two 12-volt batteries are required. The batteries must be wired in
series, only as directed in the wiring diagram, to provide 24 volts.
1. Make sure that the motor is switched o (speed selector on “0”).
2. Connect a connector cable to the positive ( + ) terminal of
battery 1 and to the negative ( – ) terminal of battery 2.
3. Connect positive ( + ) red motor lead to positive ( + ) terminal
on battery 2.
4. Connect negative ( – ) black motor lead to negative ( – ) terminal
of battery 1.
To trolling motor negative
24 Volt Series Connection
Battery #1
(Low Side)
Neg - Neg -Pos + Pos +
Battery #2
(High Side)
+24 Volts to trolling motor
positive (or circuit breaker)
Two 12-volt batteries connected in series for 24 volts
WARNING
For safety reasons do not switch the motor on until the propeller is in the water. If installing a leadwire plug, observe proper polarity and
follow instructions in your boat owner’s manual.
WARNING
• For safety reasons, disconnect the motor from the battery or batteries when the motor is not in use or while the battery/batteries
are being charged.
• Improper wiring of 24/36 volt systems could cause battery explosion.
• Keep leadwire wing nut connections tight and solid to battery terminals.
• Locate battery in a ventilated compartment.
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