MotorGuide X3-40 - Manual (Page 23)

TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
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IMPORTANT: Gently lower the trolling motor into the water. Do not release the latch
release handle until the lock pin is engaged.
a - Latch release handle
5. Once the motor is in the deployed position, the lock pin will engage to secure
the trolling motor.
a - X3 in the deployed position
Adjusting the Steering Tension (Hand‑Operated Motors Only)
Adjust the steering tension collar to increase or decrease the effort to turn the motor
freely.
1. To increase the steering tension, turn the steering tension collar clockwise.
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