Newport X-32lb, Owner'S Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Do not allow children to operate the electric outboard motor.
Do not modify the unit in any way or add accessories not intended for this product.
Never fully submerse the unit, if unit is accidentally submersed disconnect battery and leave to dry.
To prevent accidental damage of the fiberglass shaft, do not over tighten the mounting bracket.
Only use this product between the temperatures of -4F to +113F (-20C to +45C).
User(s) should always wear approved Life Jackets.
FIRST TIME RUNNING
1. Place Electric Outboard onto the back of the vessel in the Stow away position.
2. Loosely tighten Transom Mounting Screws till they grip the Transom Mount.
3. Press the Tilt Lever and slowly let the motor enter the water.
4. Use the Depth Adjuster Collar to adjust the height of motor (Recommend running depth between 6 inches and
12 inches below the waterline).
5. When you are satisfied that the motor is at a safe depth and isn’t too close or in danger of hitting the bottom
of the lake, river or other water ways you may proceed to tighten the Transom Mounting Screws.
6. Once this is done it should be safe to connect the battery to the motor. Ensure that the twist grip is in the
neutral position and that the nuts are tight on the terminals to prevent a poor connection.
7. Select the desired speed and direction using twist grip on the tiller arm.
8.
Do not go from full forward speed to full reverse speed without letting the propeller stop turning first or
motor damage may occur.
Be sure all switches are in the OFF position before connecting to battery or batteries.
Electrical arcing near the battery could ignite hydrogen gas and cause the battery to
explode.
Always disconnect power from the motor when replacing propeller, removing debris
around the propeller, charging batteries, transporting boat or when the motor is not in use.