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MINN KOTA PowerDrive 50 series User Manual

MINN KOTA PowerDrive 50 series
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POWERDRIVE
BOW-MOUNT TROLLING MOTOR
OWNER'S MANUAL
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MINN KOTA PowerDrive 50 series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Thrust50 lbs
Voltage12V
Control TypeFoot pedal control
Mounting LocationBow
Digital MaximizerYes
Speed SettingsVariable
Motor TypeElectric
PropellerWeedless Wedge 2
DeploymentManual deploy/stow

Summary

Safety Considerations

General Warnings

Read manual, follow instructions, and heed safety notices. Minors need adult supervision.

Propeller Safety

Disconnect power before maintenance. Avoid contact with the rotating propeller.

Operation Precautions

Avoid persons swimming, floating objects, and individuals impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Stowage and Deployment Safety

Keep fingers clear of moving parts when stowing or deploying the motor.

Installation

Installing the PowerDrive

Provides instructions and parts list for directly mounting the motor to the boat.

Routing Universal Sonar

Battery & Wiring Installation

Boat Rigging and Product Installation

Guidelines for rigging your boat and installing the trolling motor according to ABYC standards.

Conductor Gauge and Circuit Breaker Sizing

Table and guidelines for selecting appropriate wire gauge and circuit breakers for the motor.

Selecting the Correct Batteries

Battery Requirements

Recommends deep cycle marine batteries with at least 105 amp-hour rating for optimal performance.

Connecting the Batteries

Connecting 12 Volt Systems

Step-by-step guide for connecting the motor to a 12-volt battery system.

Connecting the Batteries in Series

Connecting 24 Volt Systems

Instructions for wiring two 12-volt batteries in series to provide 24 volts for the motor.

Motor Wiring Diagram

PowerDrive Wiring

Illustrates the wiring connections for the PowerDrive motor models without AutoPilot or i-Pilot.

PowerDrive with AutoPilot

PowerDrive with i-Pilot

Wiring Diagram

Illustrates the wiring connections for PowerDrive models that include i-Pilot.

Using & Adjusting the Motor

Adjusting the Depth of the Motor

Stow and Deploy Motor

Provides step-by-step instructions for stowing and deploying the trolling motor.

Adjusting the Latch Collar

Adjusting the Lower Unit for a Secure Stow

Secure Stow Procedure

Instructions to ensure the lower unit is properly positioned on the mount ramps for secure transport.

Using the Foot Pedal

Foot Pedal Controls

Explains how to operate the motor's speed and steering using the foot pedal.

AutoPilot TM Controls

Controlling AutoPilot

Toggle AutoPilot On/Off

Instructions on how to activate and deactivate the AutoPilot feature on the motor.

Service & Maintenance

General Maintenance

Troubleshooting

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