Ranger boats Angler, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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Adding Accessories to Your Boat
ADDING ACCESSORIES TO YOUR BOAT…
The bow section of the gunwale is properly reinforced for installing such accessories as trolling motors and
depth sounders. We recommend through-bolting all trolling motors, anchor davits and other heavier accessories.
Normally 1/4” stainless steel bolts with self locking nuts and 1-1/4” fender washer will do the job. Lightweight depth
sounders or similar equipment and hardware can be installed using #8 or #10 stainless steel screws. Always drill a
pilot hole through the fiberglass (just smaller than the screw you’re going to use) and use a counter sink to chamfer
the pilot hole before attempting to install a screw. This lessens the chance of “stripping” the hold or chipping the
gelcoat around the hole.
If additional instruments are desired on the console, holes may be drilled using a hole saw of the proper size.
When installing additional electric accessories, always use the proper gauge (size) wire recommended for that
item. Insure that the proper size breaker or fuse is used. “Splicing” into another accessory’s power supply could
overload the circuit and should be avoided.
HOOK UP OF TROLLING MOTOR LEADS:
Use Marine Sealer around all screws installed into transom or floor of
boat. When installing screws below water line, be sure sealer used is
recommended for such.
NOTICE
Always disconnect the positive and negative leads from the battery
terminals before installing, removing, servicing, or troubleshooting any
part of the electrical system.
CAUTION
Hooking up leads to trolling motor in any other manner could result in
severe damage to both batteries and panel.
CAUTION