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BOW MOUNT ELECTRIC MOTOR

Watersnake Fierce 2 Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)

FIERCE

FIERCE 2 54LB/48” (55276)

FIERCE 2 65LB/54” (55277)

OWNERS MANUAL

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Page 1: ...BOW MOUNT ELECTRIC MOTOR Watersnake Fierce 2 Bow Mount Motor Manual Ver 1 T N M FIERCE 2 FIERCE 2 54LB 48 55276 FIERCE 2 65LB 54 55277 OWNERS MANUAL...

Page 2: ...allation and using the electric motor Disclaimer The information provided in this Watersnake Motor Manual is correct at time of printing For the most up to date information check for the latest versio...

Page 3: ...TERY CHARGING 14 CONNECTING YOUR MOTOR TO THE BATTERY 15 PRE USE CHECKLIST 15 ATTACHING THE PROPELLER 16 DEPLOYMENT INSTRUCTIONS 17 19 STOWING INSTRUCTIONS 20 22 INITIAL POWER UP 23 REMOTE CONTROL 24...

Page 4: ...Watersnake Fierce 2 Bow Mount Motor Manual Ver 1 4 KNOW YOUR BOAT Keel Bow Port Stern Starboard Gunwale Bow Stern Hull Gunwale Port Starboard Inboard Outboard Stern Transom...

Page 5: ...adjustable depth collar Head unit with digital voltage meter Coiled data cable Composite shaft 3 Bladed Propeller x 1 Propeller shear pin x 1 Propeller nut x 1 Propeller wrench x 1 Bracket Motor Assem...

Page 6: ...king batteries for more information about appropriate batteries for your Watersnake motor refer to page 17 Check battery cable length in relation to location of your 12v deep cycle or LiFePO4 battery...

Page 7: ...for personal injury or property damage caused while fitting this motor Please wear appropriate protective clothing and eyewear face protection Avoid contacting and or inhaling fibreglass dust or alumi...

Page 8: ...rsnake shaft does not come into contact with any part of the hull Allow at least 30mm clearance from boat gunwale 5 Check with the motor in a deployed position that the propeller and lower unit do not...

Page 9: ...are unsure please consult your marine technician 1 QUICK RELEASE BOTTOM PLATE INSTALLATION 2 QUICK RELEASE TOP PLATE INSTALLATION Remove the side covers from the motor mount Using the bolts washers a...

Page 10: ...le fitting this motor Please wear appropriate protective clothing and eyewear face protection Avoid contacting and or inhaling fibreglass dust or aluminium shavings 3 Position the motor bracket with t...

Page 11: ...consists of two plates top and bottom Use the six screws no 3 and washers no 5 provided to attach the top plate no 1 to the bottom of your bow mount motor and secure with locknuts no 4 Use the screws...

Page 12: ...Watersnake Fierce 2 Bow Mount Motor Manual Ver 1 12 OPTIONAL ALLOY QUICK RELEASE BRACKET INSTALLATION TOP PLATE ATTACH TO YOUR MOTOR BOTTOM PLATE ATTACH TO YOUR BOAT...

Page 13: ...tend the wiring to connect the motor please review the extending battery leads section of the manual page 14 so you fully understand this process 5 This Watersnake Fierce 2 trolling motor does not req...

Page 14: ...tension Length Wire Gauge For Entire Cable 1 Metre 6AWG 1 3 Metres 6AWG 3 5 Metres 4AWG 1 Metre 6AWG 1 3 Metres 6AWG 3 5 Metres 4AWG BATTERY CHARGING You can charge your battery via an alternator or s...

Page 15: ...E CONNECTING YOUR MOTOR TO THE BATTERY All Watersnake wiring connections should conform to best marine standards Soldered sealed and heat shrink protected If you doubt your ability to produce quality...

Page 16: ...r against the shear pin on the shaft there is a groove on the back of the propeller which the shear pin needs to slot into and then tighten the propeller nut securely using the propeller wrench Do not...

Page 17: ...d depth STEP 2 Firmly grab hold of the main shaft and gently press down with your hand or your foot onto the bracket release lever Tighten the depth collar at the desired depth Failure to deploy your...

Page 18: ...slide the shaft through the tuning box unit until the lower motor unit is completely free from the locking clamps STEP 4 Slowly rotate the released motor unit into the deployed position When you hear...

Page 19: ...he height The lower motor unit needs to be at least 30cm below the waterline to the top of the propeller to avoid ventilation Prop sucking air from surface Watersnake Distribution Pty Ltd accepts no l...

Page 20: ...the released motor unit into the stowed position STEP 1 Gently press down with your hand or your foot onto the bracket release lever to disengage the locking mechanism Failure to stow your Watersnake...

Page 21: ...ver and pull the motor back into the locking clamps until you hear a click This the lower motor unit is now locked in place STEP 4 Loosen the depth collar on the motor shaft and slide it so that it is...

Page 22: ...e motor from the boat it is installed on and stow it securely in a safe and secure position with protecion from bad weather After your boating trip deploy the motor and gently clean it of any contamin...

Page 23: ...and ensure locking lever is in the up position NOTE Your Watersnake motor is fitted with a tilt switch that prevents the motor from running unless it is in the deployed vertical position NOTE Your Wat...

Page 24: ...ires phillips head screwdriver To ensure ultimate reliability keep spare batteries and suitable screwdriver on board Watersnake recommends you carry spare batteries for the FOB on your boat at all tim...

Page 25: ...d light on the receiver unit starts to flash STEP 4 With the red light flashing on the receiver press any button on the remote control When the light on the receiver stops flashing and remains on the...

Page 26: ...p the circuit board to access the batteries Take care not to damage the battery wires while doing this Remove the two old AAA batteries and replace them with new ones STEP 2 Replace the circuit board...

Page 27: ...derson plugs will reduce corrosion and build up Recharge battery as soon as possible Wipe down the Watersnake motor with a damp sponge even after freshwater use Do not use high pressure as it may driv...

Page 28: ...plate Retighten as required Remove motor from bottom quick release plate and check tightness of bolts against foredeck gunwale of your boat Retighten as required Check condition of remote batteries f...

Page 29: ...amage corrosion or build up of debris including anderson plugs Check anderson plugs If battery lead has been extended ensure correct gauge wire has been used refer to table on page 14 of manual Remove...

Page 30: ...ages 17 22 Check for obstructions within the mounting assembly Lubricate shaft with spray lubricant Concentrate spray on area where shaft runs through turnbox Clean any debris from the mounting bracke...

Page 31: ...k page of this booklet Watersnake electric motors are precision instruments that rely on exacting alignment of numerous components it is worth considering taking your electric motor to an Authorised S...

Page 32: ...ILABLE MOUNTING BOW MOUNT WIRE GAUGE 10AWG 5 2mm2 REQUIRED BATTERY 12v DEEP CYCLE OR LiFePO4 MIN RECOMMENDED BATTERY SIZE 100 AMP HOUR MAXSUGGESTEDLOADEDBOATWEIGHT UP TO 650KG MOTOR WEIGHT 12 2KG NOTE...

Page 33: ...NG BOW MOUNT WIRE GAUGE 10AWG 5 2mm2 REQUIRED BATTERY 12v DEEP CYCLE OR LiFePO4 MIN RECOMMENDED BATTERY SIZE 100 AMP HOUR MAXSUGGESTEDLOADEDBOATWEIGHT UP TO 800KG MOTOR WEIGHT 12 6KG NOTE this is to b...

Page 34: ...Watersnake Fierce 2 Bow Mount Motor Manual Ver 1 34 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST...

Page 35: ...www watersnake com au 35 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE FIERCE 2 PARTS VISIT www anglerscentral com au PART NO PART NO...

Page 36: ...Watersnake Fierce 2 Bow Mount Motor Manual Ver 1 36 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST...

Page 37: ...www watersnake com au 37 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE FIERCE 2 PARTS VISIT www anglerscentral com au PART NO...

Page 38: ...Watersnake Fierce 2 Bow Mount Motor Manual Ver 1 38 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST...

Page 39: ...www watersnake com au 39 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE FIERCE 2 PARTS VISIT www anglerscentral com au PART NO PART NO...

Page 40: ...Watersnake Fierce 2 Bow Mount Motor Manual Ver 1 40 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST...

Page 41: ...www watersnake com au 41 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE FIERCE 2 PARTS VISIT www anglerscentral com au PART NO...

Page 42: ...RIES SOLD SEPARATELY SPARE PARTS To order your Watersnake Geo Spot accessories visit www anglerscentral com au Nylon Quick Release Bracket 55502 Alloy Quick Release Bracket 55016 Propeller Accessory K...

Page 43: ...imited Warranty covering faults in workmanship and materials from the date of original retail purchase The purchaser shoud return the defective product postage prepaid insured with proof of purchase a...

Page 44: ...anglerscentral com au Shipping Internationally Spare Parts Anglers Central Service Centre Full and up to date contact information can be found at www watersnake com au REGION COUNTRY DISTRIBUTOR PHON...

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