Operating Tips; Maintenance - Panther Freshwater 55-0102 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

It is not necessary to disconnect the steering rod from the kicker ball stud or T‐4 when l ng your kicker
engine. The quick disconnect will automa cally move into the correct posi on.
However, it is highly recommended that when using your main engine that you disconnect the steering arm
from the kicker ball stud. The kicker engine has a tendency to shi from side to side when running your main
engine or when trailering. This movement may be enough to put addi onal stress on the steering arm or ball
stud. The simple and easy way to prevent your steering arm from being damaged when running or trailering is
to disconnect both ends from the ball studs and store the rod in a convenient loca on. If this solu on is used,
the drive rod MUST be securely threaded on to the T‐4.
Another op on is to purchase an addi onal ball stud and mount it on your transom deck. A ach the loose end
that you have disconnected from the kicker to the ball stud mounted on the transom.
WARNING: NEVER STAND ON OR PUT DOWNWARD PRESSURE ON THE T‐4
BODY. IT CANNOT BE USED AS A STEP OR RESTING PLACE FOR
YOUR FOOT WHILE FISHING.
The following is a list of items to do periodically to insure the longevity of your T‐4.
1. Frequently check the moun ng nut holding the T‐4 to your motor. Tighten as necessary.
2. Frequently check the ball studs. Make sure they are ght.
3. Depending on use, grease the T‐4 as least once a year. 1 to 2 pumps of grease in the zerk is sufficient.
4. Clean the drive rod at least once a month with a clean cloth and reapply a light coa ng of grease once it is
clean.
5. Make sure electrical connec ons are ght, re‐apply dielectric grease as necessary
If you need replacement parts, go to the MarineTech Products website and look for the "SHOP FOR PARTS"
tab at the top of the page. Once at the Parts Shop, click on Panther‐ ElectroSteers.

OPERATING TIPS

MAINTENANCE

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