MotorGuide X3-40 - Manual (Page 34)

TROUBLESHOOTING
30
eng
Trolling Motor Performance
Symptom Possible Cause Resolution
Loss of power
Weak battery
Refer to Wiring and Battery
Information
.
Loose or corroded battery
connections
Propeller is loose,
damaged, or off‑balance
Refer to Maintenance.
Wiring or electrical
connection faulty
Wire gauge from the battery to
the trolling motor is insufficient.
Six‑gauge wire (13 mm²) is
recommended.
Weeds, fishing line, or
debris wrapped around
propeller
Remove weeds, fishing line, or
debris from propeller.
Excessive noise,
vibration
Motor shaft is bent
Refer to Warranty
Information
.
Propeller is loose,
damaged, or off‑balance
Refer to Maintenance.
Motor failure (all
speeds)
Weak battery
Refer to Wiring and Battery
Information
.
Loose or corroded battery
connections
Electrical
Check the connector for a
loose or damaged connection.
Refer to Wiring and Battery
Information
.
Fuse or circuit breaker is
open
Locate and correct the cause
of the overload. Then replace
the fuse or reset the circuit
breaker.
Motor failure (one
or more speeds)
Propeller is loose,
damaged, or off‑balance
Refer to Maintenance.
Wiring or electrical
connection faulty.
Refer to Warranty
Information
.