Panther Freshwater 55-0102 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual page 6

INSTALLING THE CONNECTING ROD
1. Place a ball stud through the hole in the drive rod and ghten it securely.
2. Cycle the T‐4 so the drive rod is fully extended away from the T‐4 body. (see Picture)
3. Turn the front of your motor all the way toward the drive rod.
4. Place a jam nut and a quick disconnect on one end of the connec ng rod .
5. Connect the rod to the ball stud on your motor.
6. Measure from the end of the quick disconnect on your motor to the outer edge of the
ball stud on the drive rod. Make note of this measurement and add 1".
7. Cut the rod and a ach the other jam nut and quick disconnect.
8. Place the quick disconnect over the ball stud on the drive rod. If the connec ng rod assembly is s ll too
long, slightly loosening the drive rod [no more than one full turn] may resolve the issue. Otherwise, re‐
measure and cut again to get the proper length.
9. Press the push bu on. Check for any binding or rubbing of the connec ng rod. If the connec ng rod
binds anywhere, it may be necessary to bend the rod if clearance is needed. Another op on is to add
a Panther Extension Coupling Assembly. This part will allow clearance without bending the rod.
(NOTE: The drive rod will rotate when moving. )
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