
PROBABLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Problem: Prop strikes hull
Motor is in the “UP” position
Lower motor to “RUN” position.
Problem: Motor runs backwards
Battery leads reversed
Reverse battery.
Problem: Motor only operates on one or two speeds
Defective control switch
Call KL Outdoor for replacement.
Loose connections at control switch
Disconnect battery. Remove control panel. Disconnect, clean
and/or recrimp connectors one at a time. Reconnect leads to
switch terminals. Reconnect battery.
Problem: Motor starts but soon stops
Prop partially obstructed with fishing line, rope, weeds, etc.
Remove boat from water. Carefully inspect and clean prop.
Remove prop. Remove any weeds, line, rope that may be wound
around prop shaft.
Short in switches or wiring
Disconnect battery. Remove control panel. Check wire
connections on rear of control panel. If loose, recrimp connectors.
Clean all corrosion from connections.
Circuit breaker tripped
Reset circuit breaker. If circuit breaker trips again, see cause
1, 2 or 3.