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TRANSOM MOUNT ELECTRIC MOTOR
OWNERS MANUAL

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  • Page 1 SLITHER SL TRANSOM MOUNT ELECTRIC MOTOR OWNERS MANUAL...
  • Page 2 WATERSNAKE ELECTRIC MOTORS Congratulations and welcome to a world of silent motoring. Powerful yet silent, the Watersnake electric motors are built to suit all angling conditions. High quality materials, superior design and precision engineering make these motors longwearing and reliable.
  • Page 3 SLITHER SL Digital voltage meter Control Box Extendable control handle featuring 5 forward and 3 reverse speeds Multi adjustable depth collar Quick tilt device Heavy Duty Alloy Bracket Composite shaft Weedless propeller Motor assembly unit www.watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 4 To adjust steering counter-force, simply loosen or tighten the counterforce bolt. The ideal setting is one where the counterforce bolt is just tight enough so that the boat will steer in the direction you are aiming without need for continual correction. Depth collar adjustment Steering counter force adjustment Watersnake...
  • Page 5 SLITHER SL HEAD UNIT & SPEED CONTROL The tiller control is telescopic and can be extended. Simply pull the grip out away from the head unit to set your desired length. Rotate the handle clockwise for forward speed and anti-clockwise for reverse There are fi ve forward and three reverse speeds.
  • Page 6 (there is a groove on the back of the propeller which the shear pin needs to slot into) and then tighten the propeller nut securely. Shear pin Propeller Propeller shaft Propeller Please note the Slither SLW34/30 motor comes with a 2 bladed propeller. Watersnake...
  • Page 7 SLITHER SL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Before connecting the motor’s cables to the battery terminals, ensure all switches are in the OFF position and stand clear of the propeller. Connect the red cable to the positive (+) terminal and the black cable to the negative (-) terminal, making sure the terminals are clean before doing so.
  • Page 8 54lb 12v / 13-54 156-640 1370 42" White Alloy Transom Extend Hand Tiller 5 /3 3-Blade Model range and specifi cations are correct at time of printing. For new models not listed here fi nd specifi cations at: www.jarvismarine.com.au Watersnake...
  • Page 9 SLITHER SL MOTOR SELECTION GUIDE WATERSNAKE Transom Mount Suggested Transom Mount Measurement SHAFT LENGTH to Water Level Shaft Length GUIDE Up to 8” 24” Up to 10” 26” With your boat in the Up to 12” 30” water, measure the 10”...
  • Page 10 • Check to see if propeller is securely tightened and shear pin is in place. • Remove prop and look for a wobble on prop shaft to see if bent. • Speed control brushes may be worn and may need to be cleaned and or replaced. (CONTACT REPAIR AGENT) Watersnake...
  • Page 11 SLITHER SL MAINTENANCE Your Watersnake Electric Motor should provide many seasons of dependable service. However, like any tool, electric motors must be cared for. After each day of fi shing, the motor should be cleaned thoroughly. If you have been fi shing in saltwater, it is suggested that you wash the motor with warm fresh soapy water until all salt deposits are washed away.
  • Page 12 Of course once you engage your Watersnake motor for use make sure that it is in the right place, not too low or too high.
  • Page 13 SLITHER SL SERVICING YOUR WATERSNAKE ELECTRIC MOTOR When it’s time for your Watersnake electric motor to be serviced, it is recommended you choose to use an Authorised Service Agent such as Anglers’ Central Service Centre to perform the service. Watersnake electric motors are precision instruments that rely on exacting alignment of numerous components;...
  • Page 14 SLITHER SLW MOTOR Watersnake...
  • Page 15 Watersnake Propeller Kits (Sold Separately) Watersnake Propeller kits contain a propeller, nut and shear pins. It is recommended you keep a spare propeller on your boat at all times. The Mini 2- Bladed Kit is suitable for the T-18 and T-24 motors. The 2-Bladed Propeller Kit is suitable for 28lb, 30lb and 34lb motors.
  • Page 16 Having other devices hooked up to your motor battery can cause power surges. Watersnake Fuse Kits come supplied with a 50 amp fuse and are completely waterproof. These simple to install kits are an essential accessory for your motor.
  • Page 17 NOTES: www.watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 18 NOTES: Watersnake...
  • Page 19 www.watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 20 +0303 798 744 Romania Aquazona +420 386 357 881 Serbia Aquazona +420 386 357 881 Slovakia Aquazona +420 386 357 881 www.watersnake.com.au Slovenia Aquazona +420 386 357 881 Sweden Wiggler AB +0303 798 744 Jarvis Marine Investments United Kingdom Masterline Walker...

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