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An Authorized Service Center (ASC) has the authority to service any Minn Kota product (excluding Battery Chargers) regardless of where the product was purchased
.
Can you use lithium battery with Minn Kota?
Minn Kota trolling motors can run on Lithium Ion batteries
. However, they are specifically designed to run on traditional lead acid batteries (flooded, AGM or GEL). Lithium Ion batteries maintain higher voltages for longer periods of time than lead acid.
How do I contact Minn Kota?
You can locate an Authorized Service Provider for Minn Kota motors by clicking here. Or in the U.S.A. call our toll free number
1-800-227-6433
.
What do the lights on a Minn Kota charger mean?
Each bank has the following LEDs: A solid RED LED indicates there is an issue with the battery connection. A flashing RED LED indicates an error. A YELLOW LED indicates the progress of charging. A flashing GREEN LED indicates battery is fully charged, in Maintenance Mode and ready to use.
What is absorption mode on a battery charger?
7 – Absorption Charging is
when the battery has reached ~80% of its capacity and begins to lower the input current to the battery
. This is sometimes known as the “cool-down” cycle. 8 – Evaluation Diagnostic is the last diagnostic mode to ensure the battery is at its optimal health.
How do I know if my Minn Kota is charging?
How do you fix a Minn Kota motor?
Where is the model number on a Minn Kota?
The serial number is located
on the top of the transom bracket
.
Where is the Minn Kota factory?
Every Minn Kota motor is designed, serviced and manufactured by real American anglers in
Mankato, Minnesota
.
How long should a trolling motor battery last?
Lead-acid wet cell batteries are one of the most common types of batteries to use with trolling motors. They are an affordable option that can handle the everyday uses of a trolling motor. They typically last around
2-3 years
and may require some sort of maintenance.
Can you run 2 batteries on a 12V trolling motor?
How many amps does a Minn Kota trolling motor draw?
The Minn Kota Endura C2 55 Transom – mount 12V 55 lb. Thrust Trolling Motor has a max amp draw of
52 amps/hr
but only 5 lbs more thrust.
What does a yellow light on a battery charger mean?
Answer: The yellow light means that
it's charging
, while the green light means that it's fully charged. It will switch back and forth from time to time in order to top off your battery's charge.
Why is my battery tender flashing yellow and green?
Step 3) Absorption Charge: Yellow Light On, Green Light Flashing:
Constant Voltage at Absorption Level
. This conditions the battery for optimum performance. Absorption charge ends when the battery charging current drops below the optimum recharge threshold or the absorption timer expires.
Why is my portable charger blinking?
The CHARGE light may flash for the following reasons:
The environmental temperature is too cold to charge the battery pack
. The battery pack has not been used for a long time. There is a poor connection between the battery and charger.
What is equalizing charging?
An equalization charge
occurs when the battery is purposely overcharged after a full charging cycle
. Essentially, you are charging the battery at a higher voltage than it is typically charged to help remove built-up sulfate and balance the voltage of each cell.
How does a charger know when a battery is full?
The battery is fully charged once the current stabilizes at a low level for a few hours. There are two criteria for determining when a battery is fully charged: (1)
the final current level and (2) the peak charging voltage while this current flows
.
What should a 12-volt battery read when fully charged?
A fully charged battery will typically display a voltmeter reading of about
12.6 to 12.8 volts
. If your voltmeter is showing a voltage anywhere between 12.4 and 12.8, that means your battery is in good shape. Any voltage above 12.9 volts is a good indicator that your battery has excessive voltage.
How do you charge a Minn Kota trolling motor battery?
- Start by unplugging your motor. Check the battery for leaks or damage and make sure the battery terminals are clean.
- Attach your charger to the battery. Red to red and then black to black. …
- Connect your charger to the power source. Once connected, turn it on.
- Monitor the progress.
Will my Minn Kota charger charge AGM batteries?
Minn Kota On-Board Digital Chargers are
suitable for charging wet/flooded and AGM lead-acid batteries
, but they are not recommended for gel-cell lead-acid and lithium batteries – they don't support battery type selection.
Can you leave a battery charger plugged in all the time?
Yes. We encourage users to leave the charger connected to the batteries and AC when storing the application
. Once the charger completes its charge, it will begin monitoring the voltage of the batteries. Lead-acid batteries self-discharge over time and the self-discharge rate increases as batteries age.
How do I reset my Minn Kota trolling motor?
How do you test a Minn Kota trolling motor?
How do you clean a Minn Kota trolling motor?
How do you tell the year of a Minn Kota?
The first letter is the year code, the next 3 numbers is the number of the day of the year (out of 365), The next 2 letters are the product code, the last numbers are the serial number.
What year did Minn Kota come out with spot lock?
TrollingMotors.net first started shipping the redesigned Minn Kota i-Pilot models in November and we've made a point of reaching out and keeping in touch with some of the early purchasers to hear what they had to say.
What does autopilot do on a Minn Kota trolling motor?
AutoPilot utilizes a patented, state-of-the-art compass system that
locks onto a particular heading, and automatically and continuously makes adjustments to keep your boat moving in that direction
.
