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Larry
March 6, 2025
What if the remote isn't working? Can I control the trolling motor manually by hand?
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Mr. Anderson
March 6, 2025
If the CoPilot remote is not working, you can manually control the Minn Kota trolling motor using the foot pedal. However, based on the provided context, there may be issues depending on how the foot pedal and CoPilot system are connected. If the foot pedal is plugged directly into the motor without the CoPilot attached, it can steer left/right but may not run the prop. If the foot pedal is connected through the CoPilot, the prop runs, but steering is lost.
To manually control the motor: 1. Disconnect the CoPilot system. 2. Plug the foot pedal directly into the trolling motor. 3. Use the foot pedal to steer left/right. 4. If the prop does not run, check for a clicking sound, which may indicate an electrical issue.
If these steps do not restore full manual control, further troubleshooting or professional service may be required.
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1-507-345-4623; • RETURNING YOUR MOTOR TO THE MINN KOTA FACTORY SERVICE CENTER • SENDING OR TAKING YOUR MOTOR TO ANY MINN KOTA Quick Release Brackets AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER ON ENCLOSED LIST PLEASE INCLUDE PROOF OF PURCHASE SERIAL NUMBER AND PURCHASE DATE FOR WARRANTY SERVICE WITH ANY...
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE STATE- porary installation in transportation vehicles such as COPILOT REMOTE automobiles, aircraft, and boats. In some European MENT: Union member states, these vehicles are considered out- Decrease Speed side of the scope of the Directive, and EEE for those It is the intention of Johnson Outdoors Inc.
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6433, 1-507-345-4623 or fax 1-800-527-4464. Note: Do not from defects in materials and workmanship appearing with- return your Minn Kota® motor or parts to your retailer. Your in three (3) years after the date of purchase. Johnson retailer is not authorized to repair or replace them.
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CoPilot System and is either sold by Minn Kota or sold with the permission of Minn Kota; and (3) transfer the CoPilot System and license to another party if the other party agrees to accept the terms and conditions of this license.
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TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Push down to release tilt lock lever Do not take your CoPilot receiver or remote to your dealer or to a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center for repair or Grip Glide Lever and raise the motor by pulling up replacement.
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Heard during the process used to clear all stored remote IDs. use a deep cycle MINN KOTA marine battery with at least an 100 ampere hour rating. As a general on sound that After the learn switch is released, a 2 second long beep will be transitions into a heard.
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• Locate batteries in a ventilated compartment. Using the CoPilot without a corded foot pedal • Some anglers will prefer to have the deck completely clear of any unnecessary cables and foot pedals. When using the Copilot • Working with or near lead acid batteries is in this manner, the receiver will always react to any commands from the remote.
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THE REPLACEMENT BATTERY MUST BE A MODEL CR2032 COIN CELL TYPE. IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT A NAME BRAND BATTERY IS USED. CoPilot To replace the battery, follow these steps: 1.) Temporarily ground yourself by touching a grounded metal object in order to discharge any static elec- tricity in your body.
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Unless you are using a power panel or MINN KOTA battery charger, disconnect the • The CoPilot allows the angler to erase all stored remote ID numbers from the receiver. To do so, fol- trolling motor when charging the battery.
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ANODE / NUT 2. Remove anode/nut and washer. If the • CoPilot can be used with or without the corded foot pedal. drive pin is sheared/broken, • Remotes will not interfere with the AutoPilot or Universal Sonar operation.
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In the U.S.A., replacement parts may be ordered directly from MINN KOTA Parts Dept., 121 Power Drive, P.O.Box 8129, Mankato, Minnesota 56002-8129. In Canada, parts may be ordered from any of the Canadian Authorized Service Centers shown on the enclosed list. Be sure to provide the numbers of your motor when ordering parts.
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Do you have a question about the CoPilot and is the answer not in the manual?
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What if the remote isn't working? Can I control the trolling motor manually by hand?
If the CoPilot remote is not working, you can manually control the Minn Kota trolling motor using the foot pedal. However, based on the provided context, there may be issues depending on how the foot pedal and CoPilot system are connected. If the foot pedal is plugged directly into the motor without the CoPilot attached, it can steer left/right but may not run the prop. If the foot pedal is connected through the CoPilot, the prop runs, but steering is lost.
To manually control the motor:
1. Disconnect the CoPilot system.
2. Plug the foot pedal directly into the trolling motor.
3. Use the foot pedal to steer left/right.
4. If the prop does not run, check for a clicking sound, which may indicate an electrical issue.
If these steps do not restore full manual control, further troubleshooting or professional service may be required.
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