MotorGuide Freshwater Owner's Instructions

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Table of Contents3
Safety Do's and Don'ts4
How to Use this Manual4
Specifications4
- Wiring & Battery Information5
Wire and Cable Routing5
Establishing a Common Ground5
Recommendations5
12 Volt Battery Hook-Up6
- Mount Installations7
Transom Mount Installation7
- Twist Tiller Models7
- Using Quick Stow7
Pontoon Mount Installation7
Bow Mount Installation8
- Bow Mount Operation9
Installing the Motor into the Mount9
Removing the Motor from the Mount9
Raising and Lowering the Trolling Motor9
- Raising the Motor9
- Lowering the Motor9
Adjusting the Steering Tension (Hand Operated Models)9
Adjusting the Motor Depth10
Trolling Motor Operation10
Directional Indicator10
Speed Control11
- Five-Speed & Variable-Speed Motors11
- Constant / Momentary / High-Bypass11
- Twist Tiller Speed Control11
Permanent Foot Pedal Mounting11
- Digital Steering Trolling Motors12
Features and Operation12
How to Operate the Digital Steer Motor12
- Steering the Motor13
- Controlling the Motor Prop13
Motor Set-Up13
- Stow Alignment Procedure13
- Programming Momentary Buttons13
- Center Alignment14
- Center Alignment Procedure14
Making Final Touches14
- Hard Mounting the Foot Pedal14
- Adjusting Foot Pedal Resistance15
- Foot Pedal Calibration15
- Maintenance16
Replacing the Propeller16
Tour Edition-Cable Tension Adjustment16
Customer Responsibilities16
- Battery16
- Freezing Temperature Storage16
- Great White Saltwater Models16
- Troubleshooting17
Problems & Possible Causes / Solutions17
For Repair Service18
Replacement Parts & Ordering18
Motorguide Accessories18
Two-Year Warranty19
Three-Year Warranty19
Maintenance Log21

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Questions and Answers:

T
Timothy WilliamsJul 26, 2025
What to do if my MotorGuide Outboard Motor has a loss of power?
- J
  Julie GrantJul 26, 2025
  If your MotorGuide Outboard Motor is losing power, several actions can be taken. First, remove the propeller and clean or replace it if needed. Also, recharge the battery and test it for a bad cell. Ensure you are using appropriate six-gauge wire. Finally, ensure that the propeller is clean.