Troubleshooting; Trolling Motor Performance - MotorGuide R3-30 Manual

Trolling Motor Performance

Symptom
Loss of power
Excessive noise,
vibration
Motor failure (all
speeds)
Motor failure (one
or more speeds)
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TROUBLESHOOTING

Possible Cause
Weak battery
Loose or corroded battery
connections
Propeller is loose,
damaged, or off‑balance
Wiring or electrical
connection faulty
Weeds, fishing line, or
debris wrapped around
propeller
Motor shaft is bent
Propeller is loose,
damaged, or off‑balance
Weak battery
Loose or corroded battery
connections
Electrical
Fuse on circuit breaker is
open
Propeller is loose,
damaged, or off‑balance
Wiring or electrical
connection faulty.
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Resolution
Refer to Wiring and Battery
Information.
Refer to Maintenance.
Wire gauge from the battery to
the trolling motor is insufficient.
Six‑gauge wire is
recommended.
Remove weeds, fishing line, or
debris from propeller.
Refer to Warranty
Information.
Refer to Maintenance.
Refer to Wiring and Battery
Information.
Check the connector for a
loose or damaged connection.
Refer to Wiring and Battery
Information.
Replace the fuse or reset the
circuit breaker only after
determining the root cause of
the problem.
Refer to Maintenance.
Refer to Warranty
Information.