Battery Switch; 12 Volt Accessory Receptacle; Trolling Motor Receptacle (Option); Trolling Motor Installation - Boston Whaler 230 dauntless User Manual

Battery maintenance should include:
• Inspect the battery and charging system
before each use for loose connections or
wiring.
• If not using a sealed battery, check and maintain
the water level. USE distilled water ONLY.
• Coat the terminals with dielectric grease.
• Keep the battery safe and dry.
• Remove the battery from the boat during cold
weather or long term storage.

Battery Switch

Your boat uses a battery selector switch located on
the component board in the port bilge. The battery
switch can be accessed through the hatch in the port
stern deck.
The battery selector switch allows you to control the
delivery of DC power from the two batteries (See
page 3-7 of this manual for proper operation).
Battery Switch Location
Fig. 4.2.1
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1
BATTERY SWITCH
2
PORT STERN DECK ACCESS HATCH
CAUTION
!
You MUST stop the engine before moving the
switch to the "OFF" position.
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Section 4 • Electrical System
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12 Volt Accessory Receptacle

NOTICE
DO NOT insert a cigarette lighter into this
receptacle. Damage to the unit & system could
occur.
Your 230 Dauntless is equipped
with a 12 volt accessory
receptacle located below the
helm on the control station
console (See fi gure 2.8.1). It is
a DC receptacle to be used with
any 12 volt accessories using
this type of plug. The receptacle
is made of corrosion resistant marine grade materials
and has a moisture proof cap. There is a 10 amp
breaker reset button located on the control station
switch panel. Be sure to use accessories that do not
exceed the rated capacity of the circuit, (10 amps)
or the breaker will trip.
If equipped, the optional trolling motor panel also
includes a 12V receptacle which provides accessory
power at the bow of your boat.

Trolling Motor Receptacle (Option)

If equipped, the trolling motor receptacle is located
inside the anchor locker on the starboard side (See
fi gure 2.19.1). The receptacle is wired for 12V and
24V usage.

Trolling Motor Installation

Your trolling motor manual will have location and
connection instructions for the motor wiring. Read
and understand the manual before proceeding to
connect the supplied plug to your motor and your
boat's electrical system.

Trolling Motor Connection (12V)

Using the supplied plug (Figure 4.3.2), connect
the BLACK and RED leads to your trolling motor
wiring by crimping and heat shrinking the butt
connectors.
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230 Dauntless