MotorGuide Wireless - Manual (Page 25)

Section 5 - Maintenance and Storage
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JUNE 2010 Page 21
IMPORTANT: Trolling motors stored in temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) should be operated slowly for a minimum of 15 minutes
before going above 30% operation.
Battery Inspection
The battery should be inspected at periodic intervals to ensure proper trolling motor operation.
IMPORTANT: Read the safety and maintenance instructions which accompany your battery.
1. Ensure that the battery is secured to the vessel.
2. Ensure that the battery cable terminals are clean, tight, and correctly installed. For installation instructions, refer to Section
3 - Battery Connection .
3. Ensure that the battery is equipped with a battery box to prevent accidental shorting of the battery terminals.
Propeller Replacement
!
WARNING
Performing service or maintenance without first disconnecting the battery can cause product damage, personal injury, or death
due to fire, explosion, electrical shock, or unexpected motor starting. Always disconnect the battery cables from the battery
before maintaining, servicing, installing, or removing motor components.
Removing the Propeller
1. Disconnect the power cables from the battery.
2. While holding the propeller blade with one hand, use a propeller wrench to remove the propeller nut.
IMPORTANT: Remove the propeller nut with a propeller wrench. Using another tool may damage the propeller nut or shaft.
If the propeller cannot be removed easily, use a rubber mallet to lightly tap the backside of the opposite blade. If the propeller
cannot be removed, have the propeller removed by an authorized dealer.
NOTE: If the propeller pin is bent, replace the propeller pin.
a - Propeller wrench
Recommended MotorGuide Accessory Description Part Number
MotorGuide Prop Wrench Kit MGA050B6
Installing the Propeller
1. Rotate the motor shaft to insert the propeller pin horizontally.
a - Propeller pin
a
44662
44663
a
44664