MINN KOTA FORTREX User Manual

1. Motor fails to run or lacks power:
• Check battery connections for proper polarity.
• Make sure terminals are clean and corrosion free. Use fi ne sandpaper or emery cloth to clean terminals.
• Check battery water level. Add water if needed.
2. Motor loses power after a short running time:
• Check battery charge. If low, restore to full charge.
3. Motor is diffi cult to steer:
• Check steering cables for proper tension. Adjust as necessary.
4. You experience prop vibration during normal operation:
• Remove and rotate the prop 180°. See removal instructions in the Propeller Replacement Section.
5. Experiencing interference with your fi shfi nder:
•
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ou may, in some applications, experience interference in your depth fi nder display. We recommend that you use a
seperate deep cycle marine battery for your trolling motor and that you power the depth fi nder from the starting/cranking
battery.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR

MINN KOTA FORTREX Specifications

General

Thrust	80 lbs
Shaft Length	45 inches
Max Amp Draw	56 Amps
Speed Control	Variable
Blade Material	Composite
Motor Technology	Digital Maximizer
Voltage	24V
Control Type	Cable Steer Foot Pedal
Mount Type	Bow
Type	Trolling Motor
Battery Requirement	2 or 3 deep-cycle batteries
Warranty	2 years