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The MKA-51 Quick Release Bracket is designed to work on a number of Minn Kota trolling motors. The base extrusion or mounting
bracket of the trolling motors may vary. Please note the appearance of the applicable trolling motors and mounting bracket. For a
complete list of motors compatible with the MKA-51, please refer to the website
PowerDrive,
PowerDrive,
PowerDrive V2
PowerDrive V2
Inboard
Inboard
Ulterra
Ulterra
Inboard
Inboard
Terrova
Terrova
Inboard
Inboard
DeckHand 40
DeckHand 40
Inboard
Inboard
The MKA-51 Quick Release Bracket is designed to be locked in
two different positions. The first position aligns the Top Plate and
Bottom Plate and locks them in place with the Cam Lever. This
position is used when the motor is operating. The second position
allows the Top Plate to slide inboard 6 inches before it is locked
in place. This position is used during transporting. To slide the
bracket, open the Cam Lever and slide the Top Plate approximately
1½ inches sideways or Port side. Then slide the Top Plate 6 inches
inboard. Slide the Top Plate sideways again to close the 1½ inch
gap and realign the Plates. Close the Cam Lever and insert the Pin
to lock the Plates together. The Top Plate can be separated from
the Bottom Plate when slid into either of the two positions while a
sideways gap is present between the plates.
Complete
Complete
Typical
Typical
Installation
Installation
Complete
Complete
Typical
Typical
Installation
Installation
Operating
Transporting
When checking clearances, make sure to check for obstructions
for the plate and motor when they are in all possible positions. The
plate moves sideways approximately 1½" and also slides inboard
6". This allows the motor to be moved for trailering, transport or a
boat cover without being removed. With this movement, make sure
to check for additional obstructions such as a windshield or lights.
The mounting location of the Quick Release Bracket will vary
depending on the motor that will be mounted:
1.
For PowerDrive or Terrova motors:
Fully deploy the motor and
position the mount on the bow of the boat to check for proper
clearance. The motor must not encounter any obstructions as it is lowered into the water or raised into the boat. When the motor is
deployed, there must be a minimum required distance of 1½" between the Gunwale and the Shaft.
2.
For Ulterra Motors:
Position the mount so the Slot in the Base Extrusion is positioned beyond the gunwale of the boat. For proper
clearance, the entire Slot must be visible beyond the gunwale. When the motor is deployed, there must be a minimum required distance
of 1½" between the Gunwale and the Shaft. The Ulterra motor cannot be deployed before mounting and connecting to a power source.
3.
For the DeckHand 40:
Mount the bracket using only the four holes that are farthest outboard. The two holes closest inboard are
not
used to install the bracket. The Davit must always be mounted so it overhangs the bow by approximately nine inches. This leaves room
for the anchor to clear the boat and properly pivot in the Davit. For more information, refer to the DeckHand 40 owner's manual online
at
.
Ulterra
1-1/2"
1-1/2"
Minimum
Minimum
Gunwale
Gunwale
Shaft
Shaft
PowerDrive or Terrova
Slot
Slot
Gunwale
Gunwale
NOTICE:
Images are a graphical representation and may
vary slightly from your motor.
