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INSTALLATION
Please review the following guidelines before beginning the
installation of the Bow-mount:
• The Motor should be mounted as close to the centerline or keel
of the boat as possible when it is deployed.
• Make sure bow area under the chosen location is clear and unobstructed for drilling.
• Make sure the Motor Rest is positioned far enough beyond the edge of the boat. The motor, as it is lowered into the water or raised
into the boat, must not encounter any obstructions.
Installation of the Bow-mount
NOTICE:
We recommend that you have another person
help with this installation.
Hold Down Strap
Hold Down Strap
Pattern 1
Pattern 1
Pattern 2
Pattern 2
Bow
Bow
a. Review the mounting considerations at the
beginning of this section. Place the Mount as close
to the centerline or keel of the boat as possible,
with the motor in the stowed position, on the deck
of the boat. Check placement with the motor in the
stowed and deployed positions.
Keel
Keel
b. Once in position, determine which bolt pattern to
use. Mark at least 4 of the holes (2 on each side) in
the Bow Plate and drill through with a 9/32” Drill
Bit. Either pattern may be used when installing the
motor. Pattern 1 is the Minn Kota 3” bolt pattern
standard motors and Pattern 2 is the alternate 4”
bolt pattern commonly used.
c. Install the Hold Down Strap between the Motor
and deck of boat between second and third set
of Mounting Holes. The hook and loop side of the
strap should face down and the metal loop should
be outboard.
d. Mount the Plate to the bow through the drilled
holes using the provided (1/4-20 x 3-1/2”) bolts,
nuts and washers.
WARNING
For installation, do not remove the shaft/motor from the
Bowguard. The Bowguard spring is under tension and must
always remain secured. Latch and Door models can be
removed from the mount if needed.
NOTICE:
If possible, secure all sets of mounting
bolts, nuts and washers.
NOTICE:
To prevent seizing of the stainless steel hardware,
do not use high speed installation tools. Wetting the screws
or applying an anti-seize may help prevent seizing.
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