MINN KOTA PowerDrive i-Pilot User Manual

PowerDrive i-Pilot Upgrade Installation
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• #2 Phillips Screwdriver
• Heat gun • 30-45 Minutes
REMOVAL
TOOLS AND RESOURCES REQUIRED
Item /
Assembly
Part # Description Qty.
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2774063 i-PILOT CONTROLLER 1.6 PWRDRV 1
2774054 i-PILOT CONTROLLER 1.6 RT PD 1
2 2994075 REMOTE ASY, iPILOT 1.6 1
3 22224704 INSERT-PLUG, BLK,I PILOT 1
4 2375403 HEATSHRK .375X2 ADH LINED 10
5 2390800 LANYARD w/CARABINEER, IP REMOTE 1
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2397101 MANUAL, QUICK REF, iPILOT 1.6 (not shown) 1
CAUTION
Always wear safety glasses and gloves. Disconnect all power to the trolling motor before beginning any work or
maintenance. Johnson Outdoors Inc. is not responsible for any damage due to improper rigging or installation. If you do not
have the skills, experience and tools to perform the following maintenance and repairs, we recommend you seek the help of a
Minn Kota Authorized Service Center. A list of Authorized Service Centers can be found at http://www.minnkotamotors.com/
Authorized-Service-Providers/. Or contact our Technical Service Department by email at service@minnkotamotors.com or,
by dialing 800-227-6433.
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a. Use the #2 Phillips Screwdriver to remove the 4 screws that
secure the control box cover and remove the control box cover
b. If AutoPilot was installed remove all six (6) wires connected to
the AutoPilot Board, then remove the Autopilot Board. Cover
the exposed end of each wire with one of the included heat
shrinks and then use the heat gun to seal the heat shrink onto
the connector end.
c. Remove the Insert Plug. Push from the inside, down on the edge
closest to the coil cord, the plug will “pop” out.
d. Use the #2 Screwdriver to remove both sideplates, then remove
the Center Cover exposing the main control board. If CoPilot is
installed disconnect its plug connection from the main control
board.
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MINN KOTA PowerDrive i-Pilot Specifications

General

i-Pilot GPS	Yes
Blade Material	Composite
Foot Pedal	Optional
Digital Maximizer	Yes
Weedless Wedge 2 Prop	Yes
Speed Settings	Variable
Battery Requirement	12V or 24V deep cycle marine battery
i-Pilot Features	Spot-Lock, Advanced AutoPilot, Record a Track, Cruise Control
Voltage	12V (45, 55 lbs), 24V (70 lbs)

Summary

Tools and Resources Required

Caution Statement

Removal Procedure

Remove Control Box Cover

Remove control box cover using a Phillips screwdriver.

Handle AutoPilot Board and Wires

Remove AutoPilot board and secure wires with heat shrink.

Remove Insert Plug

Remove the insert plug by pushing from the inside.

Remove Sideplates and Center Cover

Remove sideplates and center cover, disconnect CoPilot if present.

Installation Procedure

Route i-Pilot Controller Cable

Route i-Pilot Controller cable through the insert plug opening.

Feed Cable Down Coil Cord

Feed i-Pilot Controller cable down the coil cord interior.

Install Insert Plug with Cables

Install insert plug, guiding cables through it.

Position and Route Control Box Wires

Position wires and route cables at the control box base.

Mount i-Pilot Controller

Mount i-Pilot Controller to control box using screws.

Remove Cable Strain Relief

Remove strain relief holding foot pedal and power cables.

Remove CoPilot Control Board

Remove CoPilot Control Board screws if CoPilot is installed.

Route and Secure Cables in Strain Relief

Route and secure cables in strain relief with screws.

Connect Steering Housing Wires

Cut heat shrinks and connect steering housing wires.

Seal Steering Housing Wire Connections

Apply heat shrink to seal steering housing wire connections.

Reassemble and Connect Controller

Reinstall covers and connect control board to i-Pilot controller.