User guide
PRODUCT INSTALLATION
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Establishing A Common Ground
Connect the trolling motor and main engine accessories to the
same negative ground terminal. A common ground connection
increases sonar sensitivity and improves the sonar display. Not
establishing a common ground may cause severe corrosion or
electrolysis.
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
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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.
Recommended MotorGuide Accessory Description Part Number
50 Amp Manual Reset Circuit Breaker MM5870










