MINN KOTA 1854051, Manual

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a. With the Top Plate secured to the motor, reassemble
the Quick Release Bracket. To reassemble the
MKA-51, set the Top Plate and motor onto the
Bottom Plate (Assembly #B), leaving a 1½" sideways
gap between the Plates. Slide the Top Plate and
motor sideways to close the gap and realign the
Plates. Secure the Plates together by closing the
Cam Lever and inserting the Pin.
b. Place the motor with the MKA-51 attached as close
to the centerline or keel of the boat as possible. The
motor can be installed on either the Port or Starboard
side of the boat based on personal preference.
Review the Mounting Considerations at the beginning
of this document to ensure proper clearances.
Deck of Deck of
Boat Boat
Keel Keel
NOTICE:
Make sure that the motor will not encounter
any obstructions when sliding the motor on and off the
Quick Release Bracket. The exact placement of the
motor when mounting may vary depending on the boat,
boat deck, and base extrusion or bracket the MKA-51 is
being mounted to. The Ulterra motor cannot be deployed
before mounting and connecting a power source.
NOTICE:
The mounting surface for the Bottom Plate
must be completely flat. Rubber Washers can be used to
shim the Bottom Plate flat before hardware is tightened.
The Top Plate will not fit correctly unless the Bottom
Plate is installed completely flat.
Bow of Bow of
Boat Boat
Possible Possible
Position of Position of
Top Plate Top Plate
Outboard Outboard
Inboard Inboard
1
1b
1c
Installing the Bottom Plate to the Bow
Outboard Outboard
Inboard Inboard
Starboard Starboard
Port Port
1a
Bottom Bottom
Plate Plate
Cam Cam
Lever Lever
Top Top
Plate Plate
c. When checking clearance, make sure to check for
obstructions around the MKA-51 and motor when
they are in all possible positions. The Top Plate
moves sideways approximately 1½" and also slides
inboard 6". This allows the motor to be moved for
trailering, transport, or a boat cover without being
removed. With this movement in mind, make sure
to check for additional obstructions, such as a
windshield or lights.
ITEM(S) NEEDED
#B x 1