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OPERATING TIPS

 

 
With proper care and usage, your Motor Li  unit will provide you with years of trouble-free use.  There are 
two main causes of  failure where precau on is required. 
 

1.  Trailering 
 

The actuator used in your motor li  is a precision engineered electro-mechanical device that can deliver 
up to 5,000 lbs of force for high speed trimming.  Through a unique linear ball screw gear mechanism, the 
actuator is designed to “park” where you put it and it should never se le. 

 

However, as with original equipment trim and  lts, the unit is not designed to support your motor when 
trailering.  Trailering can exert significant forces on your outboard that can cause damage to the motor li  
mechanism and to the outboard itself.  Therefore when trailering, 

always trailer with the motor in the 

fully lowered posi on 

or use a transom support bracket. (Panther offers the 55-1900 or the 55-2100 

shown here) 

 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 

 

2.  While fishing… 

Be sure to keep your motor in “ lt” mode so it can pop up if you hit an obstruc on 
 

3.  Other great items from MarineTech… 

If you use your auxiliary motor for trolling, consider adding a Panther Electrosteer and/or a TrollMaster 
for “hands off” direc on and speed control. 

 

NOTICE 

 

DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER TRAILERING OR WATER INTRUSION THROUGH THE 
BREATHER TUBE IS NOT COVERED BY THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.  IT IS THE USER’S 
RESPONSIBILTY TO INSURE THAT THE NECESSARY PROCEDURES ARE FOLLOWED. 

 

 

55-2100 

55-1900 

Summary of Contents for 55

Page 1: ...Model 55 Model 135 Rated for motors up to 55 horsepower and 250 lbs Rated for motors up to 135 horse power and 350 lbs CUSTOMER MUST RECEIVE THIS MANUAL AT TIME OF SALE OR AFTER INSTALLATION Rev 1 16...

Page 2: ...D WHEN TRAILERING YOUR BOAT GETTING STARTED Here is a list of the tools and hardware that you will need Tools and Equipment 1 Electric drill with 1 8 3 16 and 1 2 inch drill bits 2 Two 3 4 inch wrench...

Page 3: ...stalla ons where moun ng holes will be drilled you can take this measurement a er the holes have been drilled Simply measure the thickness of the transom and Add 2 inches How to measure Bolts for Moun...

Page 4: ...ing the holes with a inch drill bit 4 Before moun ng the unit apply a bead of RTV silicone sealant around the edge of each hole to insure a water ght seal 5 To mount the trim lt bracket to the transom...

Page 5: ...la on by inser ng the two lower moun ng bolts together with washer and the nylon locking nuts Tighten each bolt evenly taking care not to over torque the nut to the point where the transom or the brac...

Page 6: ...nylon locking nut making sure you ghten each nut evenly over torquing 3 If your motor bracket does not match the standard BIA bolt hole pa ern you may drill addi onal holes into the bracket to match...

Page 7: ...nce with the clamp bracket or the clamp handles Reposi on the motor as necessary 5 A ach security bolts to the bracket by drilling moun ng holes into the bracket that match the size and loca on of the...

Page 8: ...r from the outboard motor 2 Insert the breather tube through an exis ng opening in the base of the motor or if necessary drill a 3 8 inch hole for access 3 Making sure there is plenty of slack in the...

Page 9: ...ed switch lead to the control relay box and the two pronged lead from the control box to the bracket 4 Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to each of the connectors and plug them together It is...

Page 10: ...n exert signi cant forces on your outboard that can cause damage to the motor li mechanism and to the outboard itself Therefore when trailering always trailer with the motor in the fully lowered posi...

Page 11: ...used in salt water area it is necessary to a ach a zinc anode to reduce corrosive e ects Panther 55 9000 Anodes may be purchased through the dealer or by calling the number toward the back of this bo...

Page 12: ...to go up If the unit does not run the problem is the Relay Control If it does work then the problem is the Push Bu on Switch UNIT RUNS IN ONE DIRECTION ONLY Check Relay Control Push Bu on Switch Unplu...

Page 13: ...For Service send an email to info marinetechproducts com or call 651 486 2010 MARINETECH PRODUCTS INC 1360 East County Road E VADNAIS HEIGHTS MN 55110 www marinetechproducts com...

Page 14: ...LLOW WATER ANCHORS AND SECURITY SYSTEMS THE ORIGINAL ENGINE MOUNTED ELECTRIC TROLLING MOTORS HIGH THRUST WITH WHISPER QUIET EFFICIENCY ROD HOLDERS TROLLING MOTOR SUPPORTS AND GPS SONAR MOUNTS AUXILIAR...

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