1999 Evinrude "EE" Electric Outboards Service Manual, P/N 787021, Page 48Get this manual
Continuity TestPositive Circuit12-Volt Standard Foot Control, Except HBF2 Models
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 Leave this meter lead connected for all the following tests[] 3Connect second meter lead to the RED 8-Galead at the foot pedal terminal strip: The meter must show continuity If meter shows no continuity, repair or replace battery cables