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User manual E-Air electric propulsion
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The cover plate of the E-Air motor is splashproof .
The motor supports are made of stainless steel, the other
motor parts of marine-grade aluminium .
• Disconnect the batteries, fully charge them and grease the bat-
tery terminals. Store the batteries in a dry and frost-free place.
4 .1 Electrical System
• During the winter period or if the system is not used for an ex-
tended period, charge the batteries regularly!
• For checking and maintenance of the batteries, follow the recom-
mendations of the battery supplier.
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Put into service -
prepare for summer
When putting the motor back into service, for example at the begin-
ning of the boating season, the motor must be checked and mainte-
nance work carried out.
• Check the motor compartment. Make sure it is dry and well ven-
tilated.
• Check and reconnect the batteries.
• Check the operation of the motor.
• Check the operation of the instruments and motor controls.
5 .1 Electrical system
• Check the voltage of each individual battery. In case of large volt-
age deviations, the batteries should be charged separately.
• Connect the batteries and fully charge the 48 volt battery bank.
5 .2 Test run
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Only test the E-Air motor if you are sure that people are at a
safe distance from the propeller!
• Switch on the E-Air motor and check correct operation.
• Also check the operation of the connected panels.
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During installation, the installer carried out an initial
performance test . All important parameters have been
checked and recorded . If in doubt about the performance of
the installation, ask your installer for more information .
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Troubleshooting
Malfunctions of the E-Air motor are in most cases caused by incorrect
operation or insufficient maintenance.
In the event of a malfunction, always first check whether all operating
and maintenance instructions have been followed.
If you are unable to determine the cause of a fault or rectify a fault
yourself, please contact the nearest service representative.
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Before starting, make sure that nobody is in the immediate
vicinityof the motor .
If necessary, disconnect the battery cables!
E-Air motor does not run
Possible cause
Solution
Defective or discharged
battery.
Check / recharge battery and
check battery charger.
Fuse burned out.
Check the system. Replace the fuse.
If a replacement fuse blows again,
this indicates an electrical problem.
Have the system checked by an
installer.
Loose or corroded
connections in the starter
circuit.
Clean and secure the connections.
Poor electrical connection.
Repair.
Defective starter switch.
Check / replace.
Jammed parts.
Repair.
Short circuit due to reverse
polarity.
Irreparable damage to motor
controller. Replace MCVB and all
connected panels.
E-Air motor running hot
Possible cause
Solution
Motor seemingly overheated
due to defective temperature
sensor.
Check / replace.
Motor overheated due
to faulty propeller shaft
alignment.
Align propeller shaft.
Motor overheated due to
heat radiation caused by
poor water lubrication of the
propeller shaft.
Check / repair.
Engine overheated due
to insufficient engine
compartment ventilation.
Ensure adequate ventialtion.
Motor overheated due
to excessive ambient
temperature.
The ambient temperature should
not exceed 50 °C. Ensure adequate
ventilation. Supply cool air and
discharge warm air.
