Watersnake Fierce SWRF 54/48, Owner'S Manual

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SHORT-TERM STORAGE OF YOUR WATERSNAKE MOTOR
If you are going to be gone for a short break or there is rain forecast and the motor is to remain
on the boat, we recommend covering the motor to protect the electronics. Even better, make sure
that you have a safe non-damp area that your trolling motor can stay in room temperature.
LONG-TERM STORAGE OF YOUR WATERSNAKE MOTOR
If you are not going to use your motor in the off-season, put your motor in a safe place where no
water or extreme cold or hot temperatures can get in. We suggest making a place under-cover
away from moisture, this should protect the electronics such as the circuit board and speed
control unit.
SERVICING YOUR WATERSNAKE ELECTRIC MOTOR
A current list of authorised service agents can be found at Jarvis Walker’s Anglers Central
Service Centre website – www.anglerscentral.com.au
Schematics and parts lists are also available from the Anglers Central Service Centre website
TROUBELSHOOTING QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
A signifi cant number of issues can be caused by a disruption of power supplied
to your Watersnake motor. Careful inspection of your 12v deep cycle battery,
wiring and fuse / circuit breaker set up should be completed before assuming
that there is a fault with your motor.
No power / Reduced power
NOTE – your Watersnake motor is fi tted with a tilt switch that prevents the
motor from running unless it is in the deployed (vertical) position.
• Check that battery connection has not been reversed (reversed polarity)
• Check that your 12v deep cycle battery is fully charged (+ 12v)
• Check terminals / connections are secure and not loose
• Check terminals / connections / fuse or circuit breaker for any signs of
• damage, corrosion or build up of debris
• If battery lead has been extended, ensure correct gauge wire has been used
(refer to table on page 9 of manual)
• Remove propeller and check for any build up of fi shing line / weed or any
other debris
• Check that propeller pin (shear pin) is in place
• Armature or magnet cracked or dislodged – grinding noise will come from
motor (CONTACT REPAIR AGENT)
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