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  • Page 1 Operation Maintenance Installation Warranty Manual...
  • Page 3 EU Compliance Statement Attwood Corporation hereby declares that the MotorGuide X3 trolling motor is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the 99/5/EC R&TTE directive. CE Declaration Manufacturer: Attwood Corporation Address: 1016 N. Monroe Lowell, MI 49415 USA Telephone: 616‑897‑9241...
  • Page 4 Thank You Thank you for choosing MotorGuide, one of the finest trolling motors available. Years of experience have been committed to the goal of producing the finest quality products. This led to MotorGuide's reputation for strict quality control, excellence, durability, long‑lasting performance and being the best at providing after‑the‑sale service and support.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Warranty Information MotorGuide Limited Two Year Warranty............1 General Information Boater's Responsibilities..................3 Protecting People in the Water................3 Passenger Safety Message................3 Safe Boating Suggestions.................. 3 Product Overview X3‑40/X3‑45/X3‑55/X3‑70 MotorGuide Trolling Motor........5 Specifications...................... 6 Wiring and Battery Information Wiring and Battery Information................
  • Page 6 Maintenance Trolling Motor Care................... 25 Inspection and Maintenance Schedule............. 25 Lubrication Points..................... 26 Battery Inspection..................... 26 Propeller Replacement..................27 Adjusting the Steering Cable Tension.............. 29 MotorGuide Accessories Inquiries..............30 Troubleshooting Trolling Motor Performance................31 Owner Service Assistance Mercury Marine Service Offices................ 33...

  • Page 7: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION MotorGuide Limited Two Year Warranty KEEP YOUR ORIGINAL PURCHASE RECEIPT 1. To obtain warranty service, the purchaser should deliver or return the unit (postage prepaid and insured) to any MotorGuide authorized service center. DO NOT RETURN TO PLACE OF PURCHASE unless they are an authorized service center.
  • Page 8 WARRANTY INFORMATION 6. This warranty does not apply to normal worn parts, i.e., worn cables, adjustments, or product damage due to 1) neglect, lack of maintenance, accident, abnormal operation or improper installation or service; 2) abuse, i.e., bent metal columns, bent armature shafts, broken control cables, etc., accidents, modifications, misuse, excessive wear or damage caused by an owner’s failure to provide reasonable and necessary installation or care;...

  • Page 9: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION Boater's Responsibilities The operator (driver) is responsible for the correct and safe operation of the boat and safety of its occupants and general public. It is strongly recommended that each operator (driver) read and understand this entire manual before operating the trolling motor.
  • Page 10 GENERAL INFORMATION Do not overload your boat. Most boats are rated and certified for maximum load (weight) capacities, refer to your boat capacity plate. If in doubt, contact your dealer or the boat's manufacturer. Perform safety checks and required maintenance. Follow a regular schedule and ensure all repairs are made properly.

  • Page 11: Product Overview

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW X3‑40/X3‑45/X3‑55/X3‑70 MotorGuide Trolling Motor CABLE STEER MODELS Directional indicator Mount bracket Battery cables Latch release handle Speed control Three‑position switch Foot pedal Serial number decal (under the foot pedal) Momentary switch Propeller Lower unit Composite column Bracket door knob 54509...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW HAND-OPERATED MODELS 54512 Top housing Extendable speed control tiller handle Serial number decal Battery cables Latch release handle Mount bracket Composite column Propeller Lower unit Bracket door knob Steering tension collar Depth adjustment collar Specifications Speeds Freshwater/ Peak Shaft Model Control...
  • Page 13 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Speeds Freshwater/ Peak Shaft Model Control Volts Forward/ Saltwater Thrust Length Reverse Extendable X3‑55 24.9 kgf 127.0 cm hand/ Freshwater 12 V (55 lbf) (50 in.) twist‑tiller X3‑55 Extendable 24.9 kgf 127.0 cm hand/ Freshwater 12 V Variable (55 lbf) (50 in.) Digital...
  • Page 14 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Speeds Freshwater/ Peak Shaft Model Control Volts Forward/ Saltwater Thrust Length Reverse X3‑55 Foot pedal/ 24.9 kgf 127.0 cm Freshwater 12 V cable steer (55 lbf) (50 in.) X3‑70 Foot pedal/ 31.8 kgf 114.3 cm Freshwater 24 V cable steer (70 lbf) (45 in.)

  • Page 15: Wiring And Battery Information

    WIRING AND BATTERY INFORMATION Wiring and Battery Information WARNING An operating or charging battery produces gas that can ignite and explode, spraying out sulfuric acid, which can cause severe burns. Ventilate the area around the battery and wear protective equipment when handling or servicing batteries.

  • Page 16: Battery Precautions

    WIRING AND BATTERY INFORMATION Recommended MotorGuide Accessory Description Part Number 50‑amp manual reset circuit breaker MM5870 60‑amp manual reset circuit breaker 8M0064076 Battery Precautions WARNING An operating or charging battery produces gas that can ignite and explode, spraying out sulfuric acid, which can cause severe burns. Ventilate the area around the battery and wear protective equipment when handling or servicing batteries.

  • Page 17: Battery Connection

    WIRING AND BATTERY INFORMATION Battery Connection CAUTION Disconnecting or connecting the battery cables in the incorrect order can cause injury from electrical shock or can damage the electrical system. Always disconnect the negative (‑) battery cable first and connect it last. 12-VOLT BATTERY CONNECTION 1.
  • Page 18 WIRING AND BATTERY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: The jumper wire should be the same wire gauge as the negative (–) and positive (+) power cables. 4. Connect the trolling motor negative (–) lead to the negative (–) terminal on battery A. 5. Starting with the positive (+) lead, reconnect the battery cables to the engine starting battery.

  • Page 19: Trolling Motor Installation And Operation

    TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION Mount Bracket Installation 54513 X3 bow mount bracket Latch release handle Bracket door knob 1. Select an appropriate area on the deck of the boat to install the mount. Ensure that the forward mounting screws will not penetrate the hull. IMPORTANT: Choose an area on the boat deck that allows a 7.6 cm (3 in.) clearance between the bow of the boat and the column of the trolling motor.
  • Page 20 TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION IMPORTANT: A minimum of four mounting bolts are required to mount the trolling motor to the boat. Spread the mounting bolts as far apart as practical for the most secure mounting. Mount bracket mounting holes a a a 54516 3.

  • Page 21: Permanent Foot Pedal Mounting (Optional)

    TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION IMPORTANT: If necessary, shim the rubber washers with 25 mm (1 in.) outside diameter stainless steel washers to create a level mounting surface. Mount bracket Mounting bolt Rubber isolator Deck Washer Nylon locking nut 56543 6.

  • Page 22: Installing The Motor Into The Bow Mount

    TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 4. Use four #8 x 2 in. stainless steel screws to secure the foot pedal to the boat deck. 54589 Installing the Motor into the Bow Mount Steering tension collar (hand‑operated models only) Bracket door Bracket door knob 54517 1.

  • Page 23: Stowing The Trolling Motor

    TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION Stowing the Trolling Motor WARNING Rotating propellers can cause serious injury or death. Never start or operate the motor out of water. CAUTION Moving parts, such as hinges and pivot points, can cause serious injury. Keep away from moving parts when stowing, deploying, or tilting the motor.

  • Page 24: Deploying The Trolling Motor

    TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 4. Once the motor is in the stowed position, the lock pin engages to secure the trolling motor. 54520 X3 in the stowed position 5. Position the tie‑down strap over the composite column and through the buckle.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Steering Tension (Hand-Operated Motors Only)

    TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 3. Snap the latch release handle to disengage the lock pin. 4. Continue to maintain tension on the latch release handle while lowering the trolling motor into the water. IMPORTANT: Gently lower the trolling motor into the water. Do not release the latch release handle until the lock pin is engaged.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Motor Depth

    TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 2. To reduce the steering tension, turn the steering tension collar counterclockwise. Steering tension collar 54522 Adjusting the Motor Depth CAUTION Avoid possible serious injury from dropping the motor when adjusting the motor depth. Firmly grasp the motor shaft with one hand when raising or lowering the motor.
  • Page 27 TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION CABLE STEER MODELS IMPORTANT: When adjusting the motor depth, ensure that the propeller blades are fully submerged 15–30 cm (6–12 in.) below the water surface to avoid ventilation. 1. Firmly grasp the column with one hand. 2.

  • Page 28: Directional Indicator-Cable Steer Models

    TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION Directional Indicator—Cable Steer Models The indicator provides directional information at a glance. 54533 Directional indicator Right turn ‑ toe down; motor steers boat to right (continue to press all the way down for reverse) Straight ahead ‑ foot pedal in middle Left turn ‑...

  • Page 29: Speed Control-Cable Steer Models

    TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION Speed Control—Cable Steer Models FIVE-SPEED AND DIGITAL VARIABLE SPEED MOTORS Foot operated motors are available as five‑speed models or with digital variable speed control. Control the speed of your motor by rolling the speed control knob with your hand or foot until you reach the desired speed.

  • Page 30: Speed Control-Hand-Operated Models

    TROLLING MOTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION Speed Control—Hand‑Operated Models Adjust the speed control to the desired direction and thrust level. Rotate the twist‑tiller handle clockwise for forward movement or counterclockwise for reverse movement. The "off" handle position stops the motor. Five‑speed models have five forward speed settings and two reverse speed settings.

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Trolling Motor Care To keep your trolling motor in the best operating condition and retain its dependability, it is important that your trolling motor receive periodic inspections and maintenance. We urge you to keep it maintained properly to ensure the safety of you and your passengers.

  • Page 32: Lubrication Points

    MAINTENANCE 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. Lubrication Points NOTE: Preferred lubricants can be obtained at any authorized MotorGuide or Mercury Marine service center.

  • Page 33: Propeller Replacement

    MAINTENANCE 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 Battery Connection. 3.
  • Page 34 MAINTENANCE NOTE: If the propeller pin is bent, replace the propeller pin. 53442 44663 INSTALLING THE PROPELLER 1. Rotate the motor shaft to insert the propeller pin horizontally. Propeller pin 44664 2. Install the propeller onto the motor shaft by engaging the propeller onto the propeller pin.

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Steering Cable Tension

    MAINTENANCE 3. Install the washer (or anode, for saltwater models) onto the propeller shaft then install the propeller nut. Tighten the propeller nut securely. 53442 4. Tighten the propeller nut another ¼ turn. Adjusting the Steering Cable Tension WARNING Neglecting to inspect, maintain, or repair your trolling motor can result in product damage or serious injury or death.

  • Page 36: Motorguide Accessories Inquiries

    MAINTENANCE Description lb‑in. lb‑ft Cable tension screw – Bottom of foot pedal Cable tension screw 54574 MotorGuide Accessories Inquiries Refer to www.motorguide.com for factory authorized accessories for all MotorGuide trolling motors.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Trolling Motor Performance Symptom Possible Cause Resolution Weak battery Refer to Wiring and Battery Loose or corroded battery Information. connections Propeller is loose, Refer to Maintenance. damaged, or off‑balance Wire gauge from the battery Loss of power Wiring or electrical to the trolling motor is connection faulty insufficient.
  • Page 38 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Cause Resolution Hold one blade and lightly tap the opposite blade with a rubber mallet. Bent propeller pin Difficulty removing Use a putty knife on both propeller sides of the propeller to apply equal pressure. Bent armature shaft Refer to service center.

  • Page 39: Owner Service Assistance

    OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE Mercury Marine Service Offices For assistance, call, fax, or write. Please include your daytime telephone number with mail and fax correspondence. United States, Canada English +1 920 929 5040 Mercury Marine Telephone Français + 905 636 4751 W6250 Pioneer Road P.O.

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X3-55X3-45X3-70

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