Torqeedo Cruise 2.0 FP, Operating Manual

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4.9 Using solar panels and generators
A battery bank must be connected between the motor and any attached solar panels or gene-
rators. The battery bank acts as a buffer to even out voltage peaks created by the solar panels
or generators and will protect the motor from overvoltage damage.
To charge Power 26-104 batteries from a generator, use a Torqeedo charger. Do not connect
a generator directly to the battery(ies). To charge via solar, purchase a Torqeedo solar charge
controller and connect to appropriately-sized solar modules or panels. Do not connect solar
panels directly to Power 26-104 batteries or the Cruise FP.
5. Operation
5.1 Driving operation
To start the motor, press the power button, attach magnetic kill switch to the remote
throttle and clip to your wrist or life vest, and move the throttle handle from neutral into
the desired direction of travel, either forward or reverse.
1. 2. 3.
• The magnetic kill switch may affect the operation of pacemakers. Keep
the magnetic kill switch away from pacemakers (at least 50 cm / 20 in-
ches).
• The magnetic kill switch may affect electronic and magnetic instruments
(e.g. compass). Check whether instruments on board are affected before
starting the journey.
• Don‘t fix the magnetic kill switch to the remote throttle control.
• Tie the magnetic kill switch to your wrist or your life vest to stop the
motor in the event you should fall overboard.
• Check the function of the magnetic kill switch before each trip.