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- Page 1 GEO-SPOT GPS 65 BOW MOUNT ELECTRIC MOTOR OWNERS MANUAL Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 1 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
- Page 2 55316 Watersnake Geo Spot 65lb / 60” Saltwater. WARNING The Watersnake Geo Spot motor relies on GPS technology to operate in its different modes, including anchor, pilot, cruise, and navigation. It is essential that the person controlling the vessel and Geo Spot motor is alert to all navigation dangers and safety risks that may arise during the motor’s...
- Page 3 95 AMP HOUR * SUGGESTED LOADED BOAT WEIGHT UP TO 750KG MOTOR WEIGHT 15KG OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES SOLD SEPARATELY: • Nylon Quick Release Bracket • Alloy Quick Release Bracket • Geo-Spot Foot Control • Navigation Sensor • Spare 3-Blade Propeller • Spare Propeller Accessory Kit See page 41 for details. * NOTE - this is to be used as a guide only. Check with your battery supplier to confirm required size of 12 volt deep cycle battery that will be appropriate for your situation. Your Watersnake Geo-Spot GPS motor is fitted with built in voltage protection, current protection and overheating temperature control. The use of a circuit breaker is not required. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 3 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
- Page 4 95 AMP HOUR * SUGGESTED LOADED BOAT WEIGHT UP TO 750KG MOTOR WEIGHT 15KG OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES SOLD SEPARATELY: • Nylon Quick Release Bracket • Alloy Quick Release Bracket • Geo-Spot Foot Control • Navigation Sensor • Spare 3-Blade Propeller • Spare Propeller Accessory Kit See page 41 for details. * NOTE - this is to be used as a guide only. Check with your battery supplier to confirm required size of 12 volt deep cycle battery that will be appropriate for your situation. Your Watersnake Geo-Spot GPS motor is fitted with built in voltage protection, current protection and overheating temperature control. The use of a circuit breaker is not required. Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 4 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
- Page 5 95 AMP HOUR * SUGGESTED LOADED BOAT WEIGHT UP TO 750KG MOTOR WEIGHT 15KG OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES SOLD SEPARATELY: • Nylon Quick Release Bracket • Alloy Quick Release Bracket • Geo-Spot Foot Control • Navigation Sensor • Spare 3-Blade Propeller • Spare Propeller Accessory Kit See page 41 for details. * NOTE - this is to be used as a guide only. Check with your battery supplier to confirm required size of 12 volt deep cycle battery that will be appropriate for your situation. Your Watersnake Geo-Spot GPS motor is fitted with built in voltage protection, current protection and overheating temperature control. The use of a circuit breaker is not required. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 5 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
- Page 6 Remote Control Fob Head unit Coiled data cable Depth collar height adjustment Bracket Battery cable Composite shaft 3 Bladed propeller Propeller shear pin Propeller Propeller Wrench Motor assembly unit Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 6 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
GPS speed ....................31 Course mode ..................31 Cruise control ..................31 Track recording ..................32 Navigate mode ..................33-34 MAINTENANCE ..................35-36 TROUBLE SHOOTING ................37-39 SERVICING ...................40 SPARE PARTS AND WHERE TO ORDER THEM ........41 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LISTS ............42-57 www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 7 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 8: Pre-Installation Checklist
• Hex key, 5mm (for optional quick release plate mounting) • 10mm spanner/shifter • Prop nut wrench (supplied) • Marine grease Drill Phillips Head Screwdriver Power Drill Spanner/ Prop Nut Shifter Wrench Marine Grease Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 8 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 9: Installation Direct Mount
Watersnake has two alternate Quick Release Brackets available and these are outlined on pages 11 & 13 of this manual. Watersnake Quick Release Brackets are readily available at stockists of electric trolling motors or online. - Page 10 Check that no part of boat impedes full deployment of motor. 4 Check with the motor in a deployed position that the Watersnake shaft does not come into contact with any part of the hull. Allow at least 30mm clearance from boat gunwale.
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Page 11: Installation With Optional Quick Release Brackets
Watersnake mount assembly, including the optional quick-release plate, must be mounted in a level, horizontal position as close to the boat’s centreline as possible. The Watersnake motor and quick-release plate do not necessarily need to face directly forward. On slightly curved decks, spacer washers or blocks must be used to ensure level mounting of the motor base and/or lower quick-release plate. - Page 12 Wire becomes secured by the metal clasp. Locking Wire. Plates fitted and locked together. PLEASE NOTE: Watersnake accepts no liability for personal injury or property damage caused while fitting this motor. Please wear appropriate protective clothing and eyewear/face protection. Avoid contacting and/or inhaling fibreglass dust or aluminium shavings. Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 12...
- Page 13 Rotate the latch (no.8) counter-clockwise until tight. Slide the motor and lift to remove. PLEASE NOTE: Watersnake accepts no liability for personal injury or property damage caused while fitting this motor. Please wear appropriate protective clothing and eyewear/face protection. Avoid contacting and/or inhaling fibreglass dust or aluminium shavings.
- Page 14 INSTALLATION OPTIONAL ALLOY QUICK-RELEASE BRACKET Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 14 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
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Page 15: Propeller Assembly
Before doing anything with the propeller, ensure the cables to the battery are disconnected. 1: Place shear pin in shaft as shown. 2: Align the propeller against the shear pin on the shaft (there is a groove on the back of the propeller which the shear pin needs to slot into) and then tighten the propeller nut securely using the propeller wrench. Do not overtighten; check regularly. Shear Pin Propeller nut Propeller Shaft Propeller Propeller Wrench www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 15 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 16: Deploy Instructions
DEPLOYING INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO DEPLOY YOUR WATERSNAKE BOW MOUNT ELECTRIC MOTOR. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE USE. Failure to deploy your Watersnake as described below may damage your unit, invalidating its warranty, and could injure you and/or other people. NOTE – Your Watersnake motor is not designed to release from the cradle by pressing on the release lever alone. • Slide depth collar up the shaft (towards you) and tighten in operating position. -
Page 17: Stowing Instructions
STOWING INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO STOW YOUR WATERSNAKE BOW MOUNT ELECTRIC MOTOR. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE USE. Failure to stow your Watersnake as described below may damage your unit, invalidating its warranty, and could injure you and/or other people. • Depress and HOLD locking lever (A) and SIMULTANEOUSLY slide the shaft (B) up towards you, through the pivoting turnbox. Release locking lever (A) and continue sliding until the propeller unit sits back in the opened locking cradle. -
Page 18: Battery And Power
VOLTAGE DROP section of the manual (next page) so you fully understand this process. BATTERY TYPE The precision electronics in this product require a 12 VOLT DEEP CYCLE BATTERY, with minimum size 95 Amp Hours. Deep Cycle batteries deliver sustained power with low current draw over extended periods. They can be drained to low levels without developing a “memory” and can be fully recharged hundreds of times over their working lives. A car or truck battery is designed to provide a pulse of “cranking power” over a short period, can develop a “memory” preventing complete recharge and can produce current surges that may damage sensitive electronic components on your Watersnake. USE OF A NON-DEEP CYCLE BATTERY MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY. BATTERY CHARGING Your Watersnake motor must be disconnected from the battery before charging begins. This includes alternators or any charging systems. Watersnake recommends a “smart” charger capable of recharging a deep cycle battery on at least 8 amps before reverting to a trickle or maintenance phase to maintain complete charging. Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 18 18/5/21 4:31 pm... - Page 19 6 B&S 82 A 8.8 x 16 CONNECTING YOUR MOTOR TO THE BATTERY All Watersnake wiring connections should conform to best marine standards. Soldered, sealed and heat-shrink protected. If you doubt your ability to produce quality waterproof connections or lack the equipment, consult a marine technician or auto electrician. • Your Watersnake comes factory-fitted with a standard length of twin flex wiring with ring terminals to attach to the battery. • Before connecting the motor’s cables to the battery terminals, ensure all switches are in the OFF position and stand clear of the propeller. • Connect the red cable to the positive (+) terminal and the black cable to the negative (-) terminal, making sure the terminals are clean before doing so. A clean connection will minimise power wastage and give you maximum power from the battery. • Conventional Anderson plugs, provided they are rated over 50 amps, are also popular and effective connections but must be kept clean and corrosion-free. • When the motor is connected to the battery DO NOT connect any other charging devices to the battery. For example solar chargers or alternators. • When not in use please make sure that the motor is disconnected from the battery. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 19 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
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Page 20: Remote Control
FOB unit. ( This fob unit requires 3 x AAA batteries ) REMOTE CONTROL OPERATIONS BUTTON DESCRIPTION Menu left Menu up Menu right, Power on/off Heading Fix/Course Fix on/off Menu down Navigation function menu Propeller acceleration Turn left Propeller start/stop Turn right Propeller deceleration Cruise Mode start/stop Anchor Mode on/off Record menu Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 20 18/5/21 4:31 pm... - Page 21 8 left menu 9 right menu SCREEN DISPLAY ABBREVIATIONS To Start: When recording or navigating a track the to start location is the beginning of the track. To End: When recording or navigating a track the to end location is the end of the Track. Distance (DIST): Distance from the boat’s current location to an Anchor Point or the boat’s location and closest point on a track. Bearing (BRG): GPS direction from the boat’s current position to a target destination, including a spot or a track. Heading (HDG): Direction that the motor/boat is pointing or travelling. Distance to go (DTG): When navigating to a Spot, the distance left before the destination is reached. When navigating a track, the distance to go to reach either the start or end location on the track, depending on which direction the track is being navigated. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 21 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
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Page 22: Optional Foot Control Instructions
Variable speed control dial (5) back to zero and then advancing it forward to hand control of the motor over to the foot control from the FOB. Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 22 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 23: Optional Nav Sensor Information
The alternate lead is available for fitting a Foot Pedal Controller if so desired. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 23 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 24: Getting Started
GPS USER INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE EACH USE • Ensure that your Watersnake GPS motor is securely attached to your boat. • Ensure the 12v deep cycle battery is fully charged. (Your Watersnake GPS motor is not designed to be used with a car/truck starting battery). • Check battery cable for damage or exposed wiring • Check terminals for corrosion or debris • Check the Remote Control has sufficient charge (Remote battery indicator is at top Right of active screen). Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 24 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 25: Inital Power Up
GPS USER INSTRUCTIONS INITIAL POWER-UP • Attach your Watersnake GPS to a 12 volt deep cycle battery. • Deploy the motor and ensure locking lever is in the up position. NOTE – Your Watersnake motor is fitted with a Motor in tilt switch that prevents the motor from running deployed unless it is in the deployed (vertical) position. position • Hold down the right-hand button ( on/off ) on the fascia panel on mount assembly until all the lights illuminate. • The four lower LEDs indicate battery condition. They register as green or unlit, depending on charge remaining. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 25 18/5/21 4:31 pm... - Page 26 • The upper LED is the unit’s Status Light. Its variable colour display signals important states of your Watersnake GPS. • Yellow Status Light: When unit is turned on, Status Light glows YELLOW as unit searches for GPS signals. Superior GPS results occur outdoors, away from tall buildings, bridges etc. • Green Status Light: When unit establishes a GPS connection, usually within a few seconds, status LED FLASHES GREEN, THEN TURNS SOLID GREEN. Unit can be operated by the optional foot pedal only (when cable is connected) at this time. • Flashing Red Status Light: Motor is in stowed position and will not activate for safety reasons. • Power up Remote Control by holding down Red Key 3 for two seconds, then release and the screen illuminates. Motor unit should respond with “shave-and-a-haircut” pairing signal. Status light GREEN. Red Key Hold on! Just a few more things... Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 26 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
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Page 27: Calibrations
Right Key • Press that red key again to activate the main Menu. Use the adjoining blue up/down keys to scroll through the setup menus. Blue up/down Red Key Keys • Using the blue arrow down key, scroll down to boat size and configure boat details. This helps your Watersnake GPS apply just the right amount of initial power to the propeller at all times. Small boat = under 3m Medium boat = 3m-4m Large boat = 4m+ Select boat size with red key, lock it in and get back to the settings menu, again with the left blue key. Left blue • Scroll to Units and check metric or imperial; press red key to confirm. Default is metric. Press left blue key to get back to main menu and continue scrolling down. • In the Backlight menu, adjust Timeout and Brightness using red Confirm key. The longer and brighter the remote screen is illuminated, the shorter the Remote battery life. The brighter the day, the brighter the display; go for a dim backlight to retain night vision. • In the Backlight menu, adjust Auto Off to select your choice of 15 minutes to 120 minutes. Auto Off acts when Remote has been idle for the stipulated time. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 27 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 28: Gps Function User Instructions
Buttons 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 control propeller, speed and steering. • The middle five grey keys control operation in Manual Mode. Status Light glows GREEN in Manual Mode when controlled by Remote and/or optional foot pedal. Optional Middle grey foot five keys control Keys 7,8,9,10 and 11. • Remote default at startup is zero power level, propeller stopped. • Grey arrows up and down progressively increase and reduce power between zero and Level 10. Each increment change produces a short notification tone from the base unit fascia panel. • L and R turn keys on Remote and Pedal operate as long as they are held down, to a maximum of seven seconds. For further rotation, depress and hold again • Centre Propeller toggle button applies/halts power to propeller and produces a tone at stop/start. • Always apply power gradually for smooth operation. • Optional foot pedal controls also operate in conjunction with manual mode, status light GREEN. Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 28 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 29: Anchor Mode
16 spots can be saved. If you have a Watersnake Navigation Sensor accessory fitted to you vessel, you will be able to utilise the JOG feature when in Anchor mode. When in Anchor mode and locked on a GPS position, simply press the directional arrow for the direction you wish to adjust your locked position by 1.5 metres. This will then adjust the GPS position forward, back, left or right, each time that a directional arrow is depressed. Do not rely on Anchor Mode as your vessel’s sole means of anchoring. Anchor Mode is for short-term position holding in light conditions and is not to be relied on to maintain a vessel’s position in significant current, wind, weather or tide. A vessel in Anchor Mode is considered by the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (Colregs) to be “under way” and should display appropriate lights and practise relevant collision avoidance. Do not use Anchor Mode in busy channels or shipping fairways. • Anchor Mode is Key 13, at bottom centre, with anchor icon. • Press once to activate; alert tone should sound, status light should glow steady BLUE and boat should remain within 2m of the point where you hit the Anchor key. Remote display should indicate distance to Spot. It is preferable to slow down before entering Anchor Mode to avoid overrunning the target, as your Watersnake GPS motor returns to the exact position where key was activated. • To quit Anchor Mode and revert to Manual Mode, press Anchor key 13 again. Exit alert tone will sound, status light will glow GREEN. Power in Manual Mode will default to last power level used in Anchor Mode. • Fine repositioning adjustments can be made in Manual Mode – then press Anchor key again to anchor at your new location. Your Watersnake GPS can save up to 16 spots and return to them at any time if they are less than 1km away. See Remote Instructions section for details. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 29 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 30: Pilot Mode
GPS USER INSTRUCTIONS PILOT MODE Pilot mode key is Key 4 (with compass icon). • Pilot mode can be toggled between: – Heading mode (the direction the Watersnake GPS motor is pointed when Pilot mode key is activated.) Screen function area displays: Heading icon, target heading of motor. Pilot Mode key is Key 4 (with compass icon). Pilot mode key 4 • Pilot mode can be toggled between: – Heading Mode (the direction the Watersnake GPS motor is pointed when Pilot Mode key is activated) and – Course mode (the “true” course bearing as it would appear on a marine chart or GPS plotter screen.) • You can choose between Heading and Course by selecting in the Fix menu, in the Settings section under the Red key. • You can use the grey L or R steering keys on your Remote or L or R pedals on optional pedal control to adjust Heading or Course. A new heading direction or course will appear in Remote screen display. • To quit Pilot Mode, simply press the Pilot mode key again. • Foot pedal controls also operate in Pilot mode. Learn how to operate Cruise control in Heading or Course mode by referring to the detailed Remote Instructions section. Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 30 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 31: Gps Speed
Screen function area displays: Course mode icon, course bearing from boat. • Choose between heading and course by selecting settings section under red Key 3, then fix menu. • You can use the grey L or R keys to readjust heading or course. A new heading direction or course will appear in the remote screen. • To quit Pilot mode, simply press the Pilot mode key again. • Foot pedal controls also operate in Pilot mode. CRUISE CONTROL Press the cruise key 12 to enter or exit this mode. In this mode, the motor will run at a selected “speed over ground”, ie, GPS speed in relation to the bottom – not the speed in relation to current, wind, tide or other effects on the boat as it travels on the water. Screen Function area displays: current target speed. To adjust speed in cruise mode, depress grey Speed Up or Speed down keys ( Keys 7 and 11 ). Speed over ground will increase or decrease by 0.2kmh for every keystroke. Note: Cruise function cannot be started when propeller is not turning. Cruise function can be operated simultaneously with Navigate mode or Course/Heading mode. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 31 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 32: Track Recording
GPS USER INSTRUCTIONS TRACK RECORDING Your Watersnake GPS can record 16 Tracks, each up to 5km long. To record a track, press Key 14. Select Track number and Confirm Function displays: Distance recorded below Record symbol Menu display: Select Exit to abort route recording; select Finish to save the current recorded route. Remote will ask you to assign a number from 1-16 to your saved track. To delete an existing track, assign new saved track to that number; ie, overwrite to delete. Track is recorded but speed is not saved. Status light is BLUE. NOTE: You may record a track while your Watersnake GPS is simultaneously in Cruise Mode. NOTE: You may record a track while your Watersnake GPS is simultaneously in Cruise Mode ( Key 12 ) and Heading/Course Mode. NOTE: Anchor Mode and Track Record cannot operate simultaneously. Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 32 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 33: Navigate Mode
Navigate to work a saved track along a shoreline, adjusting speed manually as they work specific areas before moving on. Select Navigate mode, Key 6, to enable your Watersnake GPS motor to navigate back to a saved Spot or Track within 1km away. • To navigate back to a saved Spot, press Key 6 to enter Navigate mode, then use Menu keys to select the saved Spot number (within 1km away), press Confirm. Select speed, apply power and your Watersnake GPS will navigate back to that spot. Once reached, it will enter Anchor mode. Function screen displays Spot #, Distance to, Bearing to. Menu screen displays: Back, Confirm. • To navigate back to a saved Track and then follow it, press Key 6 to enter Navigate mode. Then use Menu keys to select Track number, press Confirm, select which way along your chosen track to proceed (start/end), and your Watersnake GPS will navigate back to the start/end of that track. Once the track end is reached, motor will enter Anchor mode. You can also select other end modes in the Settings menu. Function screen displays; Spot #, Distance to, Bearing to Menu screen displays: Back, Confirm NOTE: You may navigate to or along a track or to a spot while your Watersnake GPS is in Cruise Mode. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 33 18/5/21 4:31 pm... - Page 34 GPS USER INSTRUCTIONS NAVIGATE MODE ( CONTINUED ) Your Watersnake GPS will follow a recorded Track from either end by reversing Track Start. Remote screen function area will display length of Track remaining. Each of the 16 savable tracks can be up to 5km long. NOTE: You may halt progress along your selected track at any time by ceasing to apply power. You may break away from your selected track by pressing the Navigate key again to quit navigate Mode and then enter Manual Mode or Anchor Mode, eg, to fight and land a fish. To rejoin your track, press Navigate again, select your track number, Confirm, apply power and your Watersnake GPS will take you back to the closest point on your track and then resume navigation. Again, ensure no hazard lies in a direct path between your vessel and the Track you intend to resume. Maintain a safe speed and keep a proper lookout at all times. Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 34 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
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Page 35: Maintenance
• For permanent mount: Remove base mount assembly side plates, check tension of nuts and bolts fastening base mount to boat’s foredeck. Retighten if necessary. AFTER EVERY USE • Check your remote control is turned off. • Disconnect motor from battery. • Recharge battery as soon as possible. • Rinse your Watersnake motor with a light spray of fresh water, even after freshwater use. Concentrate on areas where salt, dirt and weed fragments are likely to lodge – propeller, motor housing, composite shaft, turnbox, depth collar and exposed parts of deck mount assembly. • Wipe these areas with a cloth soaked in warm soapy water and allow to dry. • Apply a light coating of a non-staining silicone, petroleum-based or lanolin spray to protect and lubricate exposed parts. Wipe over with a soft, dry cloth. • Store your Watersnake motor disconnected from its battery. • Lightly wipe over remote control with a soft, damp cloth, paying particular attention to screen and keypad. Allow to dry and store where you’ll remember it for next time. • Lightly wipe over foot pedal with a soft, damp cloth. • If boat is stored outdoors, remove Watersnake and store securely indoors in a cool, dry place. • If Watersnake is permanently mounted to the boat outdoors, consider protecting it from harsh sunlight and the elements with a tarpaulin or other cover. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 35 18/5/21 4:31 pm... - Page 36 • Disconnect motor from battery. Inspect battery terminals and cables for signs of corrosion. Remove buildup with a small wire brush and treat with anti-corrosion spray. • Apply a silicone, lanolin or carnauba wax coating to the composite shaft to ensure free running through the turnbox. • Remove left and right side covers from the deck mount assembly with Phillips head screwdriver and remove any dirt, salt, mud or debris inside. Gently rinse with fresh water, allow to dry and apply marine grease to all friction points, such as the stow and deploy mechanism. • Check for any loose screws/bolts, fasteners in deck mount assembly and upper quick release plate. Retighten as required. • Remove motor from bottom quick-release plate and check tightness of bolts against foredeck/gunwale of your boat. Retighten as required. • Check condition of Remote batteries for corrosion or leakage. Replace if suspect. END OF SEASON, LONG-TERM STORAGE • Disconnect motor from battery. • Inspect battery terminals and cables for signs of corrosion. Remove buildup with a wire brush and treat with anti-corrosion spray. • Disconnect pedal control. • Remove batteries from Remote control. • Remove motor from boat and store in a cool, dry place away from temperature extremes. Cover your Watersnake GPS motor to prevent dust and dirt buildup. Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 36 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
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Page 37: Trouble Shooting
(refer to table on page 15 of manual) • Remove propeller and check for any build up of fishing line / weed or any other debris • Check that propeller pin (shear pin) is in place • Armature or magnet cracked or dislodged – grinding noise will come from motor (CONTACT REPAIR AGENT) NOISE OR VIBRATION COMING FROM MOTOR Check that propeller is securely tightened and shear pin is in place Remove propeller and check for any build up of fishing line / weed or any other debris • Check that your 12v deep cycle battery is fully charged (+ 12v) MOTOR WILL NOT RUN AT VARIABLE SPEEDS • Check that your 12v deep cycle battery is fully charged (+ 12v) • Check terminals / connections are secure and not loose • Check terminals / connections for any signs of damage, corrosion or build up of debris • Ensure motor is on and remote battery has charge. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 37 18/5/21 4:31 pm... - Page 38 • Check Remote display for GPS signal – top left 4 bars for signal quality. Restart Base Assembly and Remote to establish connectivity and satellite reception. • Check pairing of Remote and Base Assembly. With power on Remote and Base, press Pairing button on Base housing and await “shave and a haircut” pairing signal. • Check Anchor mode is engaged. • Check Anchor spot is within 1km of current position (distance should appear on Remote display). • Check battery has sufficient power (voltage appears on top line of Remote display). • Check coiled upper power lead for tangling. • Check in Remote/Menu/Settings/Boat size that it conforms with your craft. • Check current, wind, tide conditions are within operational parameters of motor. Motor is unable to hold position if wind/water conditions produce boat drift exceeding potential top speed of motor, eg, around 6kmh.. DIFFICULTY DEPLOYING OR STOWING • Ensure you follow correct deploy/stow process (refer Stow and Deploy section in this manual. Pages 13 and 14 ). • Check for obstructions within the mounting assembly. • Lubricate shaft with spray lubricant. Concentrate spray on area where shaft runs through turnbox. • Clean any debris from the mounting bracket. • Remove the side covers from the mounting bracket and apply marine grease to moving parts of the stow/deploy mechanism Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 38 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
- Page 39 REMOTE CONTROL • Blank remote screen – not operational – 3 x AAA batteries may need replacement. Phillips head screwdriver required. • Screen message “No Connection” – x Check Base Unit has powered up and status light shows GREEN x Try restarting base assembly processor and Remote control by powering off and restarting each. x Check pairing of remote with base unit by pressing left “Pairing” button on base when remote is on. “Shave-and-a-haircut” peeps indicate pairing established. ERROR MESSAGES If an error message is displayed on the Remote Control FOB unit, an error has occurred with the motor control system. Please note the contents of the error message and/or photograph the FOB display message and contact Watersnake Service via the website contact centre (https://www.jarviswalker. com.au/contact) to receive more detailed instructions on how the problem can be resolved. OPTIONAL FOOT CONTROL • Check that remote is selected for manual mode • Check that foot control cable plug is firmly connected and locked in. • Check for debris that may affect operation of pedal controls and cable connections. • Check speed control dial is not set to zero • Restart base unit and recheck. www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 39 18/5/21 4:31 pm...
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Page 40: Servicing
SERVICING SERVICING YOUR WATERSNAKE ELECTRIC MOTOR When it’s time for your Watersnake electric motor to be serviced, it is recommended you choose to use an Authorised Service Agent such as Anglers’ Central Service Centre to perform the service. For Australian residents, you can find a complete list of Authorised Service agents on our web site. Vist: www.jarviswalker.com.au/parts-service alternativly you can scan the QR code. Outside Australia, please contact your local distributor as listed on the back page of this booklet. Watersnake electric motors are precision instruments that rely on exacting alignment of numerous components; it is worth considering taking your electric motor to an Authorised Service Agent for servicing. IMPORTANT! If you choose to service the electric motor yourself or through any other third party not authorised by Watersnake Distribution Pty Ltd to service Watersnake motors, the motor will no longer be covered under the normal consumer guarantees. Items or issues from that time on and thereafter will be the sole responsibility of the owner. It is important to make sure you use good quality grease, and remember do not over lubricate. Small amounts of grease in the correct places are more important. Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 40 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 41: Spare Parts And Where To Order Them
To order your Watersnake Geo-Spot accessories, visit: www.anglerscentral.com.au Nylon Quick Release Alloy Bracket 55502 Quick Release Bracket 55016 3 Blade Prop Geo-Spot Propeller 55130 Foot Control 55532 Accessory Kit 55132 GPS Navigation Sensor 55533 www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 41 18/5/21 4:31 pm... -
Page 42: Schematics And Parts Lists
55313 GEO-SPOT 65/54 WHITE SCHEMATIC 1 OF 2 Watersnake Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 42 18/5/21 4:32 pm... - Page 43 TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE GEO SPOT PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au Part Part Number Name www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 43 18/5/21 4:32 pm...
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- Page 45 Part Part Number Name TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE GEO SPOT PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au www.watersnake.com.au Watersnake Geo Spot GPS Manual v3 2021.indd 45 18/5/21 4:32 pm...
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