Humminbird keeps shutting off

[slarson1us]

Has anyone ever had a case where a Humminbird keeps turning off after about 2-3 minutes of operation? It happens all the time and is aggravating. It was installed on the boat when I got it, so I don't know the exact wiring answers, but I could probably find out.<br />Thanks,<br />Steve

 

[cuzner]

Re: Humminbird keeps shutting off

Hey skipper... have you had any electrical work done lately, or any work done around your wiring, noticed you have another post about vhf problems.Could be a short causing your problems, or a problem with something else on the same wire having a problem.<br /><br /> Jim

 

[Sea Six]

Re: Humminbird keeps shutting off

Check the voltage on your battery. If the voltage drops too low the Humminbird will cut off. Also measure the voltage where the Humminbird gets power, it may be lower than the battery due to length of wire or too small a gauge.

 

[slarson1us]

Re: Humminbird keeps shutting off

Thanks for the ideas. I have had the problem for 3 years. I know, how could I leave this for so long. I have another depth gauge on the boat that I use that works fine. I'll check the voltage and the gauge of the wire supplying power to it.<br />Skipper

 

[Boomyal]

Re: Humminbird keeps shutting off

Sometimes my humminbird shuts off when restarting the engine. Calls to HB tech said it was a voltage issue.