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Summary of Contents for CMP Panther 55-0040
- Page 1 MODEL 55-0040 OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIM AND TILT INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Designed for clamp‐on motors up to 35 HP or 150 lbs REV. 2/17 99-55287 1.604.940.2010 | sales@cmpgroup.net...
- Page 2 INTRODUCTION Please take a few moments to review the information contained in this booklet to familiarize yourself with the installation procedures suggested to successfully mount your new trim and tilt. Installation is easy, particularly when you know each step ahead of time. BEFORE USING YOUR MOTOR LIFT READ THE OPERATING TIPS AT THE END OF THE BOOK- LET FOR PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING YOUR MOTOR LIFT ON THE WATER AND WHEN TRAILERING YOU BOAT.
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Page 3: Before Starting
BEFORE STARTING Selecting the Mounting position The Panther Model 40 is designed so that the motor must be mounted near or at the top of the transom. The unit should be mounted so that the prop will have sufficient depth when the motor is lowered into the water. - Page 4 MOUNTING THE MOTOR LIFT BRACKET Hold the bracket in the selected location on the transom. Check to make sure that the hole placement will not interfere with any moldings, rivets, etc. You may find that us- ing a stencil will make this easier. You can make your own stencil by tracing the shape of the transom plate on cardboard.
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Page 5: Mounting The Motor
MOUNTING THE MOTOR Your motor lift bracket is supplied with a plastic 2 X 3 shim to help mount the motor to the bracket. Place the shim on the inside of the motor plate, under the lip, and hold it in place while placing the motor over the top edge of the bracket. - Page 6 THE BREATHER TUBE The actuator is the mechanism that raises and lowers the motor. Because of its precision design, it is equipped with a “breather tube” to allow the actuator to have full up and down func�on. The breather tube allows the actuator to move freely without crea�ng a vacuum. The breather tube MUST be mounted in a way to prevent water intake. The best loca�on for this is under the hood of the motor. �. Thread the breather tube through an exis�ng opening in the base of the motor, or if necessary drill a 3/8 inch hole for access. Making sure there is plenty of slack in the tube to allow for full movement of the motor, a�ach the 2. breather tube inside the motor compartment in a loca�on that will not be affected by moving engine parts. �se cable �es to ensure that the end of the tube stays high up in the compartment to prevent accidental water intake. The tube MUST be installed so that no water can get inside the breather tube. This shows one possible posi�on to mount the breather tube If your motor does not have a hood, cover, or cowling [this is o�en the case on large electric outboard motors], you must s�ll be certain that the breather tube is fixed in a posi�on where water cannot get into it. You should look for a closed compartment in the rear of the boat somewhere, and you may need to drill a hole to get the tube in- side. �xtending the breather tube with an addi�onal sec�on of similar size tubing may be necessary to reach a good loca�on. �t no �me should you operate your trim/�lt with the breather tube in a posi�on where it could fall in the water or is exposed to the open air. ...
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Page 7: Electrical Connections
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS �his �nit is designed to o�erate o� o� a standard �� �olt ba�ery and is generally connected to the boats �ain star�ng ba�ery� �ollow the ill�stra�on and instr�c�ons below: Mount the electrical control module inside the boat using the two ½ inch screws pro- vided The push button switch can be mounted in any convenient location near the drivers’ seat. For tiller operated motors, the switch can be strapped to the tiller arm with cable ties. -
Page 8: Operating Tips
OPERATING TIPS With proper care and usage, your Motor Lift unit will provide you with years of trouble-free use. 1. Trailering The actuator used in your motor lift is a precision engineered electro-mechanical device that can de- liver up to 5,000 lbs of force for high speed trimming. Through a unique linear ball screw gear mech- anism, the actuator is designed to “park”... -
Page 9: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE 1. Electrical Connections Periodically, and at least once per season, be sure to check the electrical connection. As neces- sary, clean off all connections and reapply dielectric grease to protect the connection from cor- rosion 2. Use in Salt Water Area This motor lift bracket is constructed of high quality marine grade aluminum alloys and stain- less steel hardware making the unit suitable for use in many marine environments. -
Page 10: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING The following are some procedures to follow before calling in for service or warranty work: UNIT DOES NOT RUN 1. Check Battery & Connections. 2. Check Electric Motor. Use a double lead jumper and connect the motor’s two prong plug directly to a battery. 3. - Page 11 The warranty coverage on this equipment is limited to the terms set forth below: CMP Group Ltd. warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of original retail purchase. Positive proof of date of purchase is required for warranty service.
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