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170 Montauk

Section 4 • Electrical System

Electrical System

DC Electrical System

The electrical system on the 170 Montauk is powered

by one (1) lead-acid battery. The battery is charged

by the engine when the engine is running. The battery

powers essential systems on your boat:

• Engine Ignition.

• Engine tilt trim system

• Helm switch panel & helm instrument panel

• Lighting/Navigation systems

• Livewell system (Option)

• Electronics and add-on accessories

Battery

Your battery should always be enclosed in the

battery box provided with your boat and located in

the center console. The box will contain any spilled

acid, as well as protect the battery terminals from

damage or inadvertent shorting from contact with

metal objects.

The battery box should always be secured in place

by using the straps and clamps provided, the straps

will ensure that while underway the battery will not

move around, causing damage to components and/

or equipment stored in the same area.

Battery Box

Fig.4.1.1

BATTERY BOX

TIE DOWN STRAP

QUICK RELEASE BUCKLE

Battery Box

FWD

Before use, check the battery for loose connections

or wiring. Normal maintenance should include:

• Coating the terminals with dielectric grease

• Keeping the battery dry

• If not using a sealed battery, check &

maintain the water level. USE DISTILLED

WATER ONLY.

• Removing the battery from the boat during

cold weather or long term storage.

The most life shortening experience for the battery is

to be drained to zero charge before recharging.

When a battery discharges, the active material on

both positive and negative plates converts to lead

sulfate, causing the plates to become more alike in an

electrical charge. The electricity conducting battery

acid becomes weaker and the voltage drops. As the

battery remains discharged, the process continues

until recharging the battery becomes impossible.

If the battery does become run down be sure to

recharge it as soon as possible. Over charging the

battery can be just as detrimental to its life as running

it down too far

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is

dangerous and can cause serious injury.

AVOID contact with skin, eyes and clothing. If

contact occurs, immediately ﬂ ush the affected

area with large quantities of water and call for

medical assistance.

DANGER

NOTICE

Your battery should always be stored in the

battery box.

Application Group Volts MCA* CCA** Reserve Qty.

Engine 24 12 1000 800 180Ah 1

*Marine Cranking Amps

** Cold Cranking Amps

The chart below is provided for reference purposes

only.

NOTICE

REFER TO YOUR ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR

EXACT BATTERY REQUIREMENTS.

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