connecting 70 hp merc. to battery

[Voergaard2]

hi there. can anyone explaine me how to connect my merc. to the battery? I´ve got 1 wire coming out of motor. I think I need to put this to + and then ground - to the fuel tank. is my idea on track??

 

[jimalsk]

Re: connecting 70 hp merc. to battery

If you want the fire works go a head. The positive side goes to the starter and the negitive goes to the power hear. Never put the fuel tank in a circuit

 

[jimalsk]

Re: connecting 70 hp merc. to battery

hear=head sorry

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: connecting 70 hp merc. to battery

But it's still the 4th of July weekend. We Need More Fireworks!<br /><br />The fuel tank is grounded to prevent static electricity sparks from blowing you up. The Negative cable should lead to a bolt on the motor's powerhead.<br /><br />Just a bit of clarification, the Positive lead goes to the start solenoid which connects + to the starter when it's activated. Also, Red to Positive, Black to Negative. You'd be amazed at how many people think Black is Hot in my house, so it must go to the +. WRONG!

 

[phatmanmike]

Re: connecting 70 hp merc. to battery

you really could use a manual...all these answers and more

 

[jimalsk]

Re: connecting 70 hp merc. to battery

I stand corrected

 

[Voergaard2]

Re: connecting 70 hp merc. to battery

Thank you all for your quick response. I´ll take that boating safety course right away willy B.