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PERIODICALLY DURING THE SEASON
• Disconnect motor from battery. Inspect battery terminals and cables for
signs of corrosion. Remove buildup with a small wire brush and treat with
anti-corrosion spray.
• Apply a silicone, lanolin or carnauba wax coating to the composite shaft to
ensure free running through the turnbox.
• Remove left and right side covers from the deck mount assembly with
Phillips head screwdriver and remove any dirt, salt, mud or debris inside.
Gently rinse with fresh water, allow to dry and apply marine grease to all
friction points, such as the stow and deploy mechanism.
• Check for any loose screws/bolts, fasteners in deck mount assembly and
upper quick release plate. Retighten as required.
• Remove motor from bottom quick-release plate and check tightness of bolts
against foredeck/gunwale of your boat. Retighten as required.
• Check condition of Remote batteries for corrosion or leakage. Replace if
suspect.
END OF SEASON, LONG-TERM STORAGE
• Disconnect motor from battery.
• Inspect battery terminals and cables for signs of corrosion.
Remove buildup with a wire brush and treat with anti-corrosion spray.
• Disconnect pedal control.
• Remove batteries from Remote control.
• Remove motor from boat and store in a cool, dry place away from
temperature extremes. Cover your Watersnake GPS motor to prevent dust
and dirt buildup.
MAINTENANCE
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