Can this battery box be left outside in a covered small boat with the battery in it.
571418
I don't see why not if your boat is covered. I would not let anything out uncovered but this is a nice box and will work fine if taken care of.
571419
I have left my alumacraft sitting outside in the driveway with no cover on the boat, with the battery box exposed to all the elements and have had no problems. I leave uncovered due to solar panel trickle charger on battery. I have since moved the boat into my garage, still no issues. The box has been hit by it all, rain, sleet, spray, snow, no issues yet.
571420
I have left mine outside and it still looks brand new and i live in Chicago-what a winter last year!!
571421
Yes. The top cover DOES "overlap" the bottom. However, there are several places where water can seep in (terminals, push button for charge gauge, and USB port). I would feel comfortable if not stored directly in the weather.
571422
Yes. I leave mine in all the time. Once you have it put together (very, very simple) you will really never need to open it. You can even charge it by using the outside terminals.
944635
No. I bought the Minn Kota Power Center Battery Box. It is the best solution for me. I leave my Pelican Bass Raider in the water at my dock all summer. Not only does this box have a power level indicator light on it, but it keeps my marine battery dry and clean. I never worry about getting stranded across the lake with a dead battery. Hope this helps! Nancy
1658604
Frank, no the switch is not waterproof, there's approximately an inch opening on the back between the feet and the back of the unit (this is where the battery cables connect into the switch). The Battery cable connections would be exposed to the elements. The switch will work mounted outside, but I'd suggest putting a coating over the exposed battery cable wire/connection nut.
2149458
I believe so. This was a gift for my father and he hooks it up to 2 batteries at once. For some reason he has not permanently mounted it to his boat...which was actually the main reason I purchased it for him. Seems to work well, he has had no problems with it. Depending on location of batteries, you may need to purchase extensions to reach both. On his boat one battery is in the back and the other is in the front.
2194321
I would say that on a flat surface on a boat with the battery in the case it would be fine. I use mine on a kayal so I use bungy cords to secure it.
1692116
Near the battery is not recommended. But you can put it under the seat or attached to the chassis, hidden, of course.
612139
I personally would not remove it, it is so small it could be secured very easily, if it were to tip over, the battery is a sealed unit
244246
The battery compartment is on the bottom, and it does not appear to be waterproof. Personally I would not chance it.
806584
I found supplied batteries only lasted a year so I used a car battery placed in boat battery box.works perfect for over 2 years now. They make car battery blankets and blankets with heaters. Worth a try?
623134
ITs a sealed battery and should be ok on its side. But be careful and do not ground out on any metal.
579197
As long as it is in a plastic, water tight electrical box ,and not exposed to the direct rain and wind.
136946
it has tiny screws on the corners, so I am sure if you unscrew them, there should be a place for the battery.
1140325
It can not be submerged! It is only water resistant, for the fact that the battery pack is only wrapped with a type of rubber. It is not in a hard shell with any type of O-ring.
881625
The answer is between probably not and definitely not. The cabling and the battery are all inside the 'Weatherproof' case. The unit itself may be waterproof but the connections (wires to transducer and battery) would not be happy submerged in saltwater. If the whole thing took a dunk you would want to wash it all off with freshwater and check everything. Too much time if it happens every trip. I would opt for something more self contained.
1293914
This charger does need to be sheltered from the elements. It can be placed in a wooden box, or even covered with a plastic container.
2130015
I sure would not leave this unit out side in wet weather and sun, that is, unless you want to use it once and throw it away. It is not leak proof and water will get in it shorting out the batteries. Also, the plastic case can be described as "crummy" at best. The sun would rot it to dust quickly.
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According to the instructions, it should only be used for marine batteries when off the boat. If operated in a confined space it could cause an explosion.