Battery Switch Bypass Question

[Tightlines72]

I just had both battery switches (Blue Seas 6011) fail on my twin outboard, three battery boat; this is a known problem with these switches and the company is sending me replacements at no cost. It's currently in a slip and needs to be moved about two miles to the ramp in the next day or so. Turns out these dual circuit switches are sold out everywhere locally and I don't have time to wait for the replacements to get shipped in before I need to remove the boat from the water. My question is, what is the best way to get my engines started and limp to the ramp? I don't need any other electronics, just need power to the helm and to 1 or both motors. Can I safely wire the motors directly to the batteries themselves or should I isolate one starter battery and connect one motor directly to that? I've seen people suggest that doing this improperly can lead to bigger electrical problems, and I'm hoping to avoid this problem leading to burnt out alternators, etc. If anyone has any suggestions, or a wiring diagram for this situation, it would be much appreciated.

 

[dingbat]

I run the E-series on my boat. Never had any problems.

Just wire direct to the battery. Easiest method is to move (combine) the cable on the “battery” terminal on switch over/with to “starter” terminal to by-pass the switch. Quick and easy

 

[poconojoe]

From what understand and what you may be thinking....
Don't disconnect any battery cables while the engine is running. That's when you can cause electrical problems.