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Garmin FORCE Installation Instructions Manual

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Getting Started
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other
important information.
Failure to install this device according to these instructions could result in personal injury, damage to the vessel
or device, or poor product performance.
Failure to follow these warnings, cautions, and notices could result in personal injury, damage to the vessel or
device, or poor product performance.
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.
For the best possible performance and to avoid potential injury, damage to the device, or damage to your vessel,
installation by a qualified marine installer is recommended.
To avoid possible personal injury, always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling,
cutting, or sanding.
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.
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the surface to avoid damaging the vessel.
Tools and Supplies Needed
5
• Drill and a
/
 in. (8 mm) drill bit
16
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• 4 mm hex bit or wrench
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
• Solder and heat-shrink tubing, if extending the power cable
• Stainless steel pan head
the deck)
June 2023
FORCE
KRAKEN TROLLING MOTOR
®
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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) wire for extended runs of the power cable
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-20 (M6x1) bolts (if the included bolts are not long enough to mount the motor to
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WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
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TA-2019/5242
GUID-09FCEEF1-A8CD-4B9C-8A62-161A75852017 v1

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  • Page 1 FORCE KRAKEN TROLLING MOTOR ® INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Getting Started WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Failure to install this device according to these instructions could result in personal injury, damage to the vessel or device, or poor product performance.

  • Page 2: Installation Preparation

    Installation Preparation Device Overview Shaft cap Power and transducer cables Depth-adjustment collar Steering system Mount Shaft Propeller drive motor...

  • Page 3: Mounting Considerations

    • The motor must have clearance to move from the deployed to the stowed position and back again, so the installation location must be clear of obstacles. • Verify that the deck is strong enough for the weight and force of the trolling motor. Use a backing plate or reinforce the boat if needed.

  • Page 4: Connection Considerations

    Connection Considerations When making the wiring connections, observe the following considerations. • You must connect the trolling motor to a 24 or 36 Vdc battery bank capable of supplying 60 A continuously. • You must connect to the power source through a circuit breaker rated for continuous 60 A (not included). •...
  • Page 5 8 Press the release , slide the propeller drive motor head out , and gently pivot the trolling motor into the deployed position 9 Secure the mount to the deck using the included bolts , washers , and locking nuts in the remaining holes.
  • Page 6 Installing the Nose Cone NOTE: Most models come fully assembled. This procedure is only required for the 90-inch Force Kraken Trolling Motor. Using a 4 mm hex bit or wrench, secure the nose cone to the front of the propeller drive motor using the two included screws, ensuring the tab is on the bottom.

  • Page 7: Installing The Propeller

    Installing the Propeller 1 Insert the pin through the propeller motor shaft 2 If necessary, rotate the motor shaft to orient the pin horizontally so it is less likely to fall out during installation. 3 Align the channel on the inside of the propeller with the pin, and slide the propeller onto the motor shaft.

  • Page 8: Stabilizer Installation

    Connecting the Transducer to a Chartplotter Select Force Kraken Trolling Motor models include a built-in transducer. If your model does not include a transducer, you must install one before you can connect it to a compatible chartplotter.The built-in 12-pin transducer is compatible with select Garmin chartplotter models.

  • Page 9: Motor Information

    • Clean and lubricate the stow and deploy latch pedal and latch bar. • Clean or replace the anodes in the propeller drive motor. Motor Information Stowed Dimensions Item 63 in. Model 75 in. Model 90 in. Model 168.7 cm (66  in.) 199.2 cm (78  in.) 237.3 cm (93  in.)
  • Page 10 Without transducer: 41.2 cm (16   in.) 24.6 cm (9  in.) mount width Contacting Garmin Support • Go to support.garmin.com for help and information, such as product manuals, frequently asked questions, videos, and customer support. • In the USA, call 913-397-8200 or 1-800-800-1020.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    Specifications Trolling Motor 63 in. white model: 24 kg (53 lb.) 63 in. black model: 24.5 kg (54 lb.) Weight (motor, mount, 75 in. white model: 24.5 kg (54 lb.) and cables) 75 in. black model: 25.4 kg (56 lb.) 90 in. white model: 25 kg (55 lb.) Weight (stabilizer) 0.66 kg (1.45 lb.) Operating temperature From -5° to 40°C (from 32° to 104°F) Storage temperature From -40°...
  • Page 12 Remote Control Dimensions (W×H×D) 152 x 52 x 32 mm (6 x 2 x 1  in.) Weight 109 g (3.8 oz.) without batteries Material Glass-filled nylon Display type Sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) Display resolution R240 x 240 pixels Display size (diameter) 30.2 mm (1  in.) Operating temperature From -15°...
  • Page 13 , and Force ® are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in the USA and other countries. These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin. You should reference United States Code of Federal Regulations: 33 CFR 183 - Boats and Associated Equipment and ABYC E-11: AC and DC Electrical Systems on Boats when installing this trolling motor.
  • Page 14 © 2023 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries support.garmin.com...

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