Trolling Motor Care; Selecting Replacement Parts; Inspection And Maintenance Schedule; Before Each Use - MotorGuide Xi5 Owner's Manual

Section 5 - Maintenance and Storage

Trolling Motor Care

To keep your trolling motor in the best operating condition and retain its dependability, your trolling motor must receive periodic
inspections and maintenance. Keep it maintained properly to ensure the safety of you and your passengers.
Neglecting to inspect, maintain, or repair your trolling motor can result in product damage or serious injury or death. Do not
perform maintenance or service on your trolling motor if you are not familiar with the correct service and safety procedures.
Record all maintenance performed and save maintenance work orders and receipts.

Selecting Replacement Parts

Use only original MotorGuide replacement parts.

Inspection and Maintenance Schedule

Before Each Use

• Inspect for loose or corroded wiring connections.
• Check the tightness of the battery cable connections. Nylock nuts are recommended for securing the battery cables to their
terminals.
• Check the tightness of the propeller nut.
• Check the propeller blades for damage.
• Check the tightness of the mount to the deck of the boat.

After Each Use

• Disconnect the battery cables from the power source or unplug the motor from the boat.
• Check each side of the propeller and propeller shaft for debris such as weeds and fishing line. Remove all debris.
• Check the tightness of the propeller nut.
• Wash the trolling motor with clean water and a mild soap such as Attwood® Premium Boat Wash to remove dirt and dust
that may scratch the surface.
IMPORTANT: Do not use harsh cleaners such as bleach or citrus cleaners to clean the trolling motor. These cleaners can
damage the finish on the trolling motor.
IMPORTANT: Do not power wash the trolling motor.

Every 100 Hours of Use or Annually (Whichever Occurs First)

1. Apply 2‑4‑C with PTFE to the depth collar knob screw threads.
NOTE: 2‑4‑C with PTFE is a marine grease available at marine supply stores and your MotorGuide dealer.
Tube Ref No.
2-4-C with PTFE
95
2. Remove the side panels by removing the two screws on each side of the mount. Gently pull the cover away from the mount
and towards the foot release lever.
a
b
b
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Description
53465
WARNING
Where Used
Depth collar knob screw threads
a - Depth collar knob screw threads
b - Screws securing the side panel
Part No.
92-802859A 1
90-8M0082949 JULY 2013
eng