1994 Johnson/Evinrude Electric outboards Service Manual, Page 50Get this manual
Continuity TestPositive Circuit, 12 Volt Hand Control
INote To avoid damaging components or troubleshooting equipment, disconnect the battery cables before proceeding1Use an ohmmeter calibrated on high ohms scale or continuity light to test continuity2Connect one meter lead to RED battery cable
3Connect second meter lead to RED 8-Gabattery cable at circuit breaker: The meter must show continuity If meter shows no continuity, repair or replace battery cable