HewesYourDaddy Posted September 30, 2016 Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 I'm putting a 24v trolling motor on the boat (from a 12v system). Can you give me a straightforward diagram of how my batteries, including onboard charger, should be wired? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nauti Posted September 30, 2016 Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 http://www.ifish.net/gallery/data/500/24VChargingSystem.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCFD rtrd. Posted September 30, 2016 Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 Are you using a two bank charger or three bank? The wiring from the batteries to the trolling motor is the same regardless, you just have one additional charging lead with the three bank. Just remember, the 24 volt system and the charging system are two different things although they all connect to your batteries. The picture provided by Nauti is an excellent example. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HewesYourDaddy Posted September 30, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 2 bank system. Not running a 3rd bank back to the cranking battery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HewesYourDaddy Posted September 30, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2016 Thanks Nauti. That is helpful and very easy. I'm electrically/electronically challenged, if you know what I mean! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nauti Posted October 1, 2016 Report Share Posted October 1, 2016 No problem. It's really pretty easy when you have a drawing to reference. It certainly makes it easier since you're connecting positives to negatives and to me that's unnatural so I like to have something to reference. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geaux Time Posted December 7, 2016 Report Share Posted December 7, 2016 Hey guys, I'm doing the same project. I have a question regarding the on board charger. My boat is kept outside, sometimes covered and sometimes not. Is there a possibility that the charger and batts in the console will get too hot if kept plugged in to maintain a good charge? Also, have any of you put a plug/outlet from the charger on the side of your console to plug an extension cord into? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whichwaysup Posted December 7, 2016 Report Share Posted December 7, 2016 Anytime you are using a charger, there is a risk. Having said that, I keep my boats away from the house and under covers like you mention. I keep them plugged in when I am around, but disconnect them when I am not. If you have a quality on-board charger and quality batteries, you should not have any problem . . but should not and will not are not necessarily the same thing. Just depends on how well you want to sleep at night. Just my .02 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polliwog Posted December 7, 2016 Report Share Posted December 7, 2016 You will want the charged batteries to have plenty of ventilation ,for heat and fumes issues, That being said I leave my batteries for car and boats in the winter for 6 mos at a time. I've done it for over 15yrs and no issues. You need to buy quality trickle chargers like Ctek or deltran. I remove my batteries from the boat during the winter storage and place them in a dry place for charging. If you are home during storage ,just check in in them on a regular basis if it makes you feel better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted December 7, 2016 Report Share Posted December 7, 2016 I suggest you look at "Favorite Topics". There's a posting of Hobo's three battery setup, using one of the trolling motor batteries as a backup for the starting battery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
50eggs Posted December 8, 2016 Report Share Posted December 8, 2016 Whatever happened to Hobo? He changed my trolling motor setup from 12 to 24V and did a great job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smilemaker Posted December 8, 2016 Report Share Posted December 8, 2016 Hobo's diagram works but I believe that it is safer to use the first battery with a common ground and not a common positive. In his diagram if you use the wrong ground you will get 24 volts to a 12volt system. using the tm ground and the pos on that battery gives you 12volts and it is easier to remember nothing goes on the positive connection of the tm as it is the only 24 volt accessory Just personal preference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryH Posted December 9, 2016 Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 On December 7, 2016 at 7:09 AM, Geaux Time said: Also, have any of you put a plug/outlet from the charger on the side of your console to plug an extension cord into? I have the plug fitting on the side of console on my Redfisher. Truth is, I could live w/o it. And kinda wish I'd thought about it when I ordered my boat. I woukd have asked to forego the plug fixture. It is wise to open the console when charging as others have posted. So, why not just plug the charger into the extension cord through the console door (or large rigging hole on the front of console when back cushion removed, if you have that setup as I do) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted December 9, 2016 Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 I like the charger plug on the side of the console. I can easily plug and unplug my charger from the ground without climbing in the boat. I have been reading about boat fires caused by battery chargers going bad, I'm now disconnecting my plug after adequate charge time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernieNC Posted December 9, 2016 Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 1 hour ago, Bamaskeet said: I like the charger plug on the side of the console. I can easily plug and unplug my charger from the ground without climbing in the boat. I have been reading about boat fires caused by battery chargers going bad, I'm now disconnecting my plug after adequate charge time. X2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted December 10, 2016 Report Share Posted December 10, 2016 On 12/9/2016 at 8:12 AM, bernieNC said: X2 x3, plug on outside of console, console door cracked open for venting, unplug if not charging, doing it for many years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryH Posted December 10, 2016 Report Share Posted December 10, 2016 I'm not disagreeing or trying to be confrontational. I've had the charger plug on the side of the console of several boats, including my new Redfisher. And I don't hate it. But I have to take the back cushion off the front of the console to see the charger indicator lights. And open the console door to turn off the battery switch. (This also provides plenty of air flow) I questioned why I'm not just pluging in the charger cable to the extension cord from inside the console instead of the cute little side of console plug fixture. Matter of fact. There's enough charger power cable balled up inside the console...It could probably reach the garage receptacle without an extension cord. LoL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEM Posted December 10, 2016 Report Share Posted December 10, 2016 I have the plug outside the console. This time of year, when I do most of my fishing, I don't even crack the door open. It's plenty cool enough. Plus, my Powermania has a cooling fan. In the heat of summertime, I was cracking the door open just to be safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted December 11, 2016 Report Share Posted December 11, 2016 side note, it always amazes me where some people store their fire extinguishers, in the area most likely to have a fire. please do not be offended by this remark. my concern is for peoples safety and their property. fin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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