MotorGuide Xi3-70 SW GPS Operation, Maintenance & Installation Manual page 28

TROLLING MOTOR OPERATION
IMPORTANT: Optional column mount stabilizers are available for supporting
the trolling motor column in extremely rough boating conditions.
Recommended MotorGuide Accessory Description
®
Standard Ram
®
Long Ram mount stabilizer
DEPLOYING THE TROLLING MOTOR
1. Loosen the depth collar knob, then slide the depth collar away from the
steering transmission. Tighten the depth collar knob by turning the knob
clockwise.
2. Press down on the foot release lever with one hand or one foot. Firmly
grasp the column and slide the lower unit away from the mount cradle.
Release the foot lever.
a
a - Lower unit (motor)
b - Depth collar
c - Column
d - Curly cable
e - Foot release lever
f - Mount cradle
3. Ensure there is sufficient clearance around the area where the trolling
motor will be deployed.
mount stabilizer
f
c
b
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d
e
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