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Installing the Charging Cradle

WARNING

When connecting the power cable to the power supply, you must install an inline fuse or circuit breaker (not included), as listed in the product specifications, to prevent the possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by fire or overheating. Connecting the power cable without adequate circuit protection voids the product warranty.

NOTICE

When connecting wires, you must use waterproof connectors to protect the conductors from corrosion that can lead to product malfunction.

  1. Route a 2-conductor, 16 AWG (1.5 mm²) marine-grade electrical cable (not included) between the mounting location and the battery.
  2. Select an option:

    • If you routed the power cable through the mounting surface, feed the cradle power cable out through the center hole in the cradle.

    • If you routed the power cable on top of the mounting surface, feed the cradle power cable out through the small hole on the right or left side of the charging cradle.

  3. Connect the red wire from the cradle to the positive wire from the battery, and the black wire from the cradle to the negative wire from the battery.
  4. If the mounting location is exposed to the weather, apply marine sealant to the mounting screws and around the cable pass-through hole, to protect the mounting surface material from moisture.
  5. Secure the cradle to the mounting surface using the included screws.

    Exploded view of cradle with screws
  6. Make sure the power cable is seated correctly in the grooves inside the cradle, and snap the cover plate back on.
  7. Install a 2 A fuse or circuit breaker (not included) on the positive wire, near the power supply.
  8. Connect the positive wire to the positive (+) battery terminal, and connect the negative wire to the negative (−) battery terminal.
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May 2025
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