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Care And Maintenance
Your Scotty Electric Downrigger is constructed with corrosion resistant
materials. The following regular maintenance checks should be performed:
1. Rinse with fresh water after every use.
2. Routinely check the stainless steel fastenings with a screwdriver to see
that they are snug and secure.
3. Check the electrical plug connectors for corrosion and clean off any
corrosion found. Failure to clean corrosion may cause electrical arcing
and shorting which may be a potential fire hazard.
4. Do not use any lubricants. Lubricants will attack the plastic components
and void your warranty.
5. Do not expose the downrigger to ultraviolet light for extended periods of
time.
A fabric cover (Scotty product No. 3015) is available to protect your
downrigger from ultraviolet damage.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Changes in temperature, humidity, and the weight you use will effect the
performance of your clutch brake. You must ensure your brake is properly adjusted
to allow the downrigger line to spool out in the event of a hang-up
prior to each
use
! Proper brake setting is obtained when you have adjusted the downrigger
brake to hold your weight in position when trolling but will pay out if it becomes
snagged.
1.
DISCONNECT POWER TO THE DOWNRIGGER.
2. Ensure the auto-stop control is in the off position.
3. Remove any weight from the line.
4. Slide the latches on the front and back of the downrigger chassis to the
‘unlocked’ position and lift the lid off
5. Immediately place the lid in a safe, inboard location to prevent accidental
loss.
6. Move the brake handle to the “off’ position so that the spool can move
freely. Using a 9/16 inch wrench or the molded hex in the non-forked
end of the emergency crank handle, either tighten or loosen the nylock
nut as required to obtain the correct brake setting. Proper brake setting
is obtained when you have adjusted the downrigger brake to hold your
weight in position when trolling but will payout if it becomes snagged.
7. Make sure the lid is properly positioned and locked before connecting
the power.
8. Test your clutch brake setting prior to use.
NOTE:
The clutch brake system on your downriggger will require periodic
adjustment and must be tested prior to each use. The brake pads and clutch
brake system should last the lifetime of the downrigger without requiring
replacement, just adjustment. Do not spray any lubricates or cleaners on
your brake pads or any other components of your clutch brake system as
this will void the warranty and may cause brake failure.
