Garmin FORCE Installation Instructions Manual

FORCE TROLLING MOTOR
®
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Getting Started
Do not run the motor when the propeller is out of the water.
Contact with the rotating propeller may result in severe injury.
Do not use the motor in areas where you or other people in the
water may come into contact with the rotating propeller.
Always disconnect the motor from the battery before cleaning or
servicing the propeller to avoid injury.
When stowing or deploying the motor, be aware of the risk of
entrapment or pinching from moving parts, which can result in
injury.
When stowing or deploying the motor, be aware of slick surfaces
around the motor. Slipping when stowing or deploying the motor
may result in injury.
Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask
when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite
side of the surface.
To avoid damage to your boat, this device should be installed by
a qualified marine installer. Specific knowledge of marine
electrical systems is required for proper installation.
After using the motor in salt water or brackish water, you must
rinse off the entire motor with fresh water, and apply a water-
based silicone spray using a soft cloth. You should avoid
spraying jets of water at the cap on the top of the shaft when
rinsing the motor.
Tools and Supplies Needed
5
• Drill and a / in. (8 mm) drill bit
16
• #1 and #2 Phillips screwdrivers
• 3 mm and 4 mm hex bits or wrenches (two 4 mm
recommended)
9
• / in. (14 mm) socket
16
• Torque wrench
• Circuit breaker rated for continuous 60 A
• Trolling motor plug and receptacle rated for 60 A or greater
(optional)
• 6, 4, or 2 AWG (16, 25, or 35 mm
the power cable
• Solder and heat-shrink tubing, if extending the power cable
• Stainless steel pan head
bolts are not long enough to mount the motor to the deck)
February 2020
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
2
) wire for extended runs of
1
/ -20 (M6x1) bolts (if the included
4
Installation Preparation
Device Overview
Shaft cap
Power and transducer cables
Steering system
Mount
Depth-adjustment collar
Shaft
Propeller drive motor
Mounting Considerations
When selecting a mounting location, observe these
considerations.
• You must install the motor on the bow of your boat.
• It is recommended to install the motor on the port side of the
bow, but you can install it on the starboard side if necessary.
• You should install the mount so the deployed motor is as
close to the center of the boat
• You must install the mount with the bumper
the gunwale of the boat.
GUID-6360FBE3-F330-46AA-85ED-65D27799C5BC v4
as possible.
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