why do these humminbird models need a non standard battery and not just run off boat battery
1309118
This is a question better directed to the manufacturer than the buyer. How am I to know?
1309119
Wasn't aware of this [requiring a non-std batt] - mine works fine with a 12 volt deep cycle from wally-world. There are other issues with this model (brand?); connections and side-scanning limitations.
1309120
what is your definition of a non standard battery? a "standard battery" for a boat would be a marine battery, deep cycle, preferably two of them. a "non-standard battery" would be for a car, lawnmower, etc. the unit should run on either type of battery, but always use a standard boat battery, i do, and my humminbird unit operates just fine. a great product? your question is too vague!! contact humminbird at 1-800-633-1486. best of luck and keep those lines tight!!!
143183
12 volts marine grade battery is the best easy to maintain and hassle free but I'm using normal battery not dry still it's do the trick and make sure it's is fully charge before every use,if u are a frequent user than use dry cell if not normal will just fine,have a good fishing trip and good luck
2244783
I cannot answer that. I am equipped with Humminbird and they work great in them.Sorry
832391
Nothing is shown on my literature other than a trolling motor option. Suggest you contact humminbird directly to see what they have for ice.
1954377
SNAKE, I have no idea. The detail should say, but they have many batteries available and your model should come up in a search.
1914382
This is more to maintain a 'healthy' battery while in storage. You may need a new battery if it's weak from cold weather.
258626
In order to find the actual reserve capacity, I would need to run this battery from fully charged down to 'below spec". I wont be doing that to my battery. However, this battery is "Medicare approved" which basically means it can be used in devices that DO that very thing, like wheelchairs for example. It also claims to have heaver plates and to be able to withstand 800 deep cycle discharges. The bottom line here is that the reserve MUST be good or it wouldn't make the Medicare approval list. Mine is in a Yamaha Roadstar 1700 and its been nothing but awesome, even in bitter cold weather. I replaced my OEM Yousa battery with this one and its clearly a better battery. That's my 2 cents worth, I hope it helps. In order to find the actual reserve capacity, I would need to run this battery from fully charged down to 'below spec". I wont be doing that to my battery. However, this battery is "Medicare approved" which basically means it can be used in devices that DO that very thing, like wheelchairs for example. It also claims to have heaver plates and to be able to withstand 800 deep cycle discharges. The bottom line here is that the reserve MUST be good or it wouldn't make the Medicare approval list. Mine is in a Yamaha Roadstar 1700 and its been nothing but awesome, even in bitter... » Read More In order to find the actual reserve capacity, I would need to run this battery from fully charged down to 'below spec". I wont be doing that to my battery. However, this battery is "Medicare approved" which basically means it can be used in devices that DO that very thing, like wheelchairs for example. It also claims to have heaver plates and to be able to withstand 800 deep cycle discharges. The bottom line here is that the reserve MUST be good or it wouldn't make the Medicare approval list. Mine is in a Yamaha Roadstar 1700 and its been nothing but awesome, even in bitter cold weather. I replaced my OEM Yousa battery with this one and its clearly a better battery. That's my 2 cents worth, I hope it helps. « Show Less
1354130
I believe the load is too high. There's not a lot of amp/hours in the battery, and I think it's designed for loads in the mAh range at low resistance. You need a battery capable of supplying about 6 amps (70 watts at 12 volts is 5.8 amps) continuously for the period you need (and probably a way to recharge it to avoid continuous replacement).
1492579
Use your normal marine battery but make sure that you protect your radio from water. If there is single drop of water do not turn your radio on until it get dry
827046
You need the motor mount that attached to the back of the boat. Also, I used a marine battery for my motor. It has to be a marine battery not a normal car battery. Other then that just the trolling motor, motor mount, and battery is all you need.
1799021
Devices with electric motors require a deep cycle battery that can be regularly drained of it's charge and then recharged. Starter batteries by contrast are designed to deliver short high current bursts to get an internal combustion engine running. Starter batteries are designed to use very little of their capacity at a time and need to be kept above 75% charge. These batteries while better and lighter than lead acid starter batteries are not deep cycle and should not be used for electric golf carts, trolling motors, electric skateboards, or electric bicycles. See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deep_cycle_battery.
244670
They use standard batteries available everywhere, so I'm not sure why it's listed as non-standard battery.
363577
I use a marine battery I bought at Walmart for 70 or 80. I don't use a fish finder. The battery has never run out on me after most of a day pushing a 14 foot rowboat
1966688
Amazon has one for $8.95. Just do a search for RC Killer Whale boat battery.
1923651
A deep-cycle marine battery is recommended as this type of battery is designed to be discharged and recharged. Select a battery with high amp/hrs to ensure a long runtime for your application.
1513613
call humminbird , they are very helpful . i have this battery and it has always worked great for me . i use it for my fish finder and emergency trolling motor backup . sorry about the caps my laptop is broke !
2078664
Apparently I have the "old" version (D cell batteries) but I've had the unit for several years and they've been no problem. I'd guess that they're using more solid state components and so are requiring less power -- thus the smaller batteries. In any case the system works, and works well. I wouldn't sweat the small stuff. PS - Also have the HWH system and have the same experience with it.