Power up the trolling motor by connecting the battery cables to the trolling
motor batteries, or plugging the trolling motor into the trolling motor power plug
(if equipped). The trolling motor will emit audio signals to make the operator
aware of its status.
•
The trolling motor will emit one beep when it is powered up.
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The trolling motor will emit a three‑beep tune once it has acquired a fixed
GPS position, and the GPS status indicator light will illuminate.
NOTE: Areas near the North and South poles, remote Northern areas, bridges,
severe weather, mountain ranges, and other large obstructions may affect the
GPS signal strength.
OPERATING IN MANUAL MODE
In manual mode, the trolling motor operates like a conventional trolling motor. It
allows the operator to manually control the direction of travel and thrust level of
the trolling motor, using the directional controls on the handheld remote foot
pedal. Refer to the following illustration and instructions to operate the trolling
motor in manual mode with the handheld remote.
Once the trolling motor is powered up, it is ready to operate in manual mode.
Manual mode is the default mode after power‑up, and also if the GPS signal is
lost while in a GPS operating mode. If the GPS signal is lost, the GPS indicator
light will turn off. The trolling motor will emit one beep to indicate its status in
manual mode. To enter manual mode from another mode, press the
manual
mode
button.
a -
Left turn
b -
Propeller on/off
c -
Increase speed
d -
Right turn
e -
Manual mode
f -
Decrease speed
Turning the Handheld Remote On or Off
The handheld remote is always on, and is ready for use anytime that the trolling
motor is powered up and in the deployed position.
Steering
•
To turn left, press the
left turn
button on the handheld remote.
•
To turn right, press the
right turn
button on the handheld remote.
•
The available steering range allows the trolling motor to turn beyond 180°
for operation in reverse.
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b
c
d
e
f
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