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NOTICE: For all other malfunctions, visit an Authorized Service Center. You can search for an Authorized Service Center in your
area by visiting
minnkota.johnsonoutdoors.com, or by calling our customer service number at 800-227-6433.
5. Motor contacts an object while trimming, causing an audible tone:
• Reverse the direction of trimming to clear motor from obstruction.
6. Motor contacts an object while stowing, causing an audible tone:
• Reverse the current cycle to clear the motor from the obstruction. Reverse the stow/deploy action with the wireless remote or
One-Boat Network app.
7. Motor fails to trim:
• Check main lift-belt tension per the "Motor Adjustments" section.
• Conduct a Trim Reset procdure using the Indicator Panel at the base of the mount.
a. To conduct a Trim Reset, press the Power button on the Indicator Panel three times consecutively within a two-second period.
b. The blue System Status LED and orange Stowed LED will flash continuously while the Riptide Instinct QUEST goes through an
automated sequence.
c. The motor will rotate into the Stow Orientation position.
d. The motor will trim up to the Mount and then trim down approximately six inches.
e. The flashing blue orange Stowed LED will turn o, and the flashing blue System Status LED will become solid blue.
WARNING
During the Trim Reset procedure, the motor will go into an automated sequence. Keep fingers clear of all hinges, pivot points and all
moving parts. Ensure that the motor or parts of the motor do not contact the boat, trailer, persons, or any other obstruction.
8. Motor fails to stow or deploy:
• Check for obstructions preventing the motor from deploying or stowing.
• Check charge state of trolling motor batteries. If trolling motor battery icon on remote is flashing, battery charge is too low
for operation.
• If unable to stow by any other method, see the "Emergency Stow Procedures" section for details on manually stowing the motor.
9. Prop will not turn on:
• Ensure batteries are suciently charged.
• For safety reasons, there is a Prop Lockout Region (approx. 16” from bottom of Mount to center of Lower Unit). Ensure that the
Lower Unit is not in this region.
10. Experiencing flashing red System Status
SYSTEM
STATUS
LED on the Indicator Panel:
• The trolling motor is communicating that there is an error. Check the Wireless Remote Diagnostic menu for an error code, then
refer to the Wireless Remote owner’s manual for information on error codes and solutions. Correct the error and cycle power to the
trolling motor. If the LED continues to flash red, please contact the Minn Kota service department.
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