Motorguide Xi5 Wireless Trolling Motor User Manual download pdf (Page 17)

Section 3 - Product Installation, Wiring, and Battery Information

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Electrolysis

Using the main engine battery as a power source for the trolling motor may cause electrolysis on metallic parts. If the motor and

battery wiring are installed correctly and electrolysis issues continue, separate the trolling motor from any other boat

electronics. Using the main engine battery as a power source for the trolling motor is not recommended. Refer to Battery

Connection for correct installation.

Wire Color Code Abbreviations

Wire Color Abbreviations

BLK Black

BLU Blue

BRN Brown GRY Gray

GRN Green ORN or ORG Orange

PNK Pink PPL or PUR Purple

RED Red TAN Tan

WHT White YEL Yellow

LT or LIT Light DK or DRK Dark

Battery Connection

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.

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 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 jumper cable (common ground bond) from the trolling motor battery negative (–) terminal to the engine battery

negative (–) terminal.

NOTE: Vessels using 12‑volt trolling motors with multiple batteries must have a common ground bonding circuit. Not

establishing a common ground between the vessel batteries may cause severe corrosion, electrolysis, or electrical shock.

NOTE: The common ground bond cable should be no more than one wire size (gauge) smaller than the battery cables, nor

smaller than 16‑gauge (AWG). The common ground bond cable must be insulated, and secured to the negative (–) battery

terminals with ring‑style connectors.

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