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IMPORTANT: To help prevent cracking on fiberglass decks, use a countersink bit or a larger drill bit to countersink the
mounting holes.
7. Align the deck mounting bracket to the holes in the deck. On fiberglass boats with no carpet where the motor is being
installed, install the rubber isolators between the boat deck and the deck mounting bracket. Install three stainless steel
mounting bolts through the mounting holes on one side of the deck mounting bracket. Install a washer and a nylock nut
onto each bolt, but do not tighten them at this time.
NOTE: If the trolling motor is being mounted to a carpeted boat deck, the rubber isolators are not required.
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8. Grab onto the motor column and raise the unbolted side of the deck mounting bracket. Install the bolts through the deck
mounting holes while holding the deck mounting bracket at an angle. Holding the deck mounting bracket at an angle allows
the bolts to be installed with less interference from the foot release mechanism. Install a washer and a nylock nut onto
each bolt.
9. Align the trolling motor with the mounting holes in the deck. Hold the mounting bolts securely with a 7/16 in. wrench while
using a wrench or socket to tighten the nylock nuts on both sides of the deck mounting bracket from under the deck.
10. Install the side panels onto the trolling motor, taking care not to damage the locating tabs. Install the side panel screws.
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Section 3 - Product Installation, Wiring, and Battery Information
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b - Mounting bolt
c - Rubber isolator
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e - Washer
f - Nylock nut
g - Carpet
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