Wilderness Systems, 575 Mauldin Road, Suite 200, Greenville, SC 29607
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MOTOR DRIVE
TM
QUICK START GUIDE
Congratulations on your purchase of the Wilderness Systems Helix MD
TM
Motor Drive.
This quick start guide covers the basic connections and operation of the Helix MD Motor Drive. For your safety and to ensure
your highest level of enjoyment from the Helix MD it is imperative that you read and comply with the full digital Owner’s Manual
prior to use. Please visit WildernessSystems.com for the complete Owner’s Manual.
The Helix MD Motor Drive is intended for use in Wilderness Systems kayaks that utilize the Flex Pod OS and the associated Flex
Pod OS scupper.
The Helix MD Motor Drive is a result of our partnership with Torqeedo and is powered by the Torqeedo 403 Ultralight Motor. The
Torqeedo Ultralight is state-of-the-art in terms of motor, battery, and propeller technology. It has been designed and manufactured
with the utmost care and with a special focus on comfort, user-friendliness, and safety.
Caution:
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Read the full Digital Owner’s manual prior to use. Available at WildernessSystems.com.
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Raise the Motor Drive when launching or coming ashore to avoid damage.
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Be aware of your environment when operating the Motor Drive.
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Avoid collisions and impacts to the system.
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Only run the motor when propeller is under water.
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Become familiar with all Motor Drive controls.
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Flush the unit with fresh water after use in salt or brackish water.
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Always carry a paddle and PFD with you.
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Performance is optimal with a Rudder Steering System.
SET UP
Securing the Battery to the Housing Lid
Align and place the battery into the battery footprint on the lid of the Helix MD
housing. The face of the battery with the single
cable port should be facing the widest end of the Helix MD housing lid. Ensure that the hold down levers and the webbing
handle straps are positioned to allow the battery clear access to the lid footprint. Once the battery is seated turn the hold down
levers 90° to the locking position and tighten down with the round thumb knobs to secure the battery in place. Velcro the carry
handle straps together over the top of the battery.
