Ocean Kayak TORQUE Owner's Manual Supplement

Maintenance
1. After use, the motor unit should be rinsed with fresh water, then wiped down with a
cloth dampened with an aqueous based silicone spray.
2. The propeller must be cleaned of weeds and fishing line. The line can get behind the
prop, wear away the seals and allow water to enter the motor. Check this after every 20
hours of operation.
3. Before each use, check to see that the prop nut is secure.
4. To prevent accidental damage during transporting or storage, disconnect the battery
whenever the motor is off of the water. For prolonged storage, lightly coat the metal
parts with an aqueous based silicone spray.
5. For maximum performance, restore battery to full charge before each use.
6. Keep battery terminals clean with fine sandpaper or emery cloth. In order to prevent
corrosion and maximize conductivity, it is highly recommended that you apply a
dielectric grease to the plug recipticle and terminals after every use. Dielectric grease
is available at any marine or automotive store.
7. The weedless wedge propeller is designed to provide absolute weed free operation
with very high efficiency. To maintain this top performance, the leading edge of the
blades must be kept smooth. If they are rough or nicked from use, restore to smooth
by sanding with fine sandpaper.
ProPeller rePlaceMent
• Disconnect the motor from the battery before beginning any prop work.
• Hold the propeller and loosen the prop nut with a pliers or a wrench.
• Remove prop nut and washer. If the drive pin is sheared/broken, you will need to hold
the shaft steady with a screwdriver blade pressed into the slot on the end of the shaft.
• Turn the old prop to horizontal and pull it straight off.
If the drive pin falls out, push it back in.
• Align new propeller with drive pin.
• Install prop washer and prop nut.
• Tighten prop nut 1/2 turn past snug. [25-35 lbs.]
Be careful, over tightening can damage prop.
troubleshooting
1.
Motor fails to run or lacks power:
• Check battery connections for proper polarity.
• Make sure terminals are clean and corrosion free.
Use fine sandpaper or emery cloth to clean terminals.
• Check the plug to make sure it is fully installed and coated
with dielectric grease.
2. Motor looses power after a short running time:
• Check battery charge, if low, restore to full charge.
3. You experience prop vibration during normal operation:
• Remove and rotate the prop 180 degrees. See removal instructions in prop section.
• Tighten motor tie down strap to reduce vibration.
note: For all other malfunctions, contact customer service at 800-8-KAYAKS.
125 Gilman Falls Ave, Bldg B, Old Town, ME 04458
Phone 800-8-KAYAKS • Fax 207-827-3647
www.oceankayak.com • Email: service@oceankayak.com
Slot End
Weedless Propeller
Prop nut
Washer
Drive pin
OWNER'S MANUAL SUPPLEMENT FOR
THE TORQUE
CAUTION
Read this manual carefully before operating your new Torque Kayak. Retain for
future reference. In addition, it is important that you follow all applicable boating
regulations. Make sure you consult your dealer or State for details.
Minn Kota Saltwater
Trolling Motor
Can be easily removed for
transport or storage
Back-up Paddle
Storage
100% Sealed
Connections
Extra-large Rudder
Prevents corrosion
Designed to optimize
and short circuits
steering when motor
is in use
www.oceankayak.com • 800-8-KAYAKS
125 Gilman Falls Ave, Bldg B, Old Town, ME 04458 USA
Battery Box
Battery not
included
Kill Switch
Infinitely Variable
Speed Control
Allows you to find the
perfect speed for trolling