(173PO) 12 VOLT TROLLING MOTOR ENGLISH 7.5” X 10.3” 05/21/2012
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Boat rigging and motor installation
An over-current protection device (circuit breaker or fuse) must be used with this motor. The Coast
Guard requires that each ungrounded current-carrying conductor must be protected by a manually
reset, trip-free circuit breaker or fuse. The type (voltage and current rating) of the fuse or circuit breaker
guidelines:
Maximum thrust voltage recommended circuit breaker rating
30# to 45# 12V 50A @ 12VDC
50# to 55# 12V 60A @ 12VDC
depending on the length of the cable needed and voltage of the motor. For further information and
Propeller replacement
1. Disconnect the motor cables from the
battery before changing the propeller
and servicing.
2. Hold the propeller and loosen the
propeller nut with pliers or a wrench.
3. Remove the propeller nut and washer.
screwdriver pressed into the slot on the
end of the propeller shaft.
5. Before installing the new propeller, make sure the drive pin is aligned 90 degrees with the small guiding
studs.
6. Align the new propeller with the drive pin and press into place.
7. Re-install propeller washer and nut.
8. Tighten the nut 1/4 turn past snug. Do not over-tighten the nut.
Maintenance
silicone spray.
Fishing line and other
check the propeller/motor seal for wear and tear.
the battery whenever the motor is out of the water. For long term storage, lightly coat all metal parts with
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F / 0
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C.
Troubleshooting:
1. Motor fails to run or lacks power:
a. Check motor for obstructions. The motor may have gone into current limit. To reset: return
handle to off position, remove obstruction and resume operation.
b. Check battery connections for correct polarity.
the terminals.
d. Check battery water level. Add water if needed.
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Drive pin
prop nut & washer
propeller (11539)
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