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RIPTIDE INSTINCT QUEST BOW-MOUNT TROLLING MOTOR Owner's Manual...
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Thank you for choosing Minn Kota. We believe that you should spend more time fishing and less time positioning your boat. That’s why we build the smartest, toughest, most intuitive trolling motors on the water. Every aspect of a Minn Kota trolling motor is thought out and rethought until it’s good enough to bear our name.
WARNING You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of your vessel. We have designed your Minn Kota product to be an accurate and reliable tool that will enhance boat operation and improve your ability to catch fish. This product does not relieve you from the responsibility for safe operation of your boat.
Minn Kota Limited Two-Year Warranty on the Entire Product JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the purchaser’s new Minn Kota saltwater trolling motor will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within two (2) years after the date of purchase. JOME will (at its option) either repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty.
FEATURES Advanced GPS Advanced GPS Navigation Navigation Indicator Panel Indicator Panel RIPTIDE INSTINCT Coil Cord Slider Coil Cord Slider SYSTEM STATUS SYSTEM STATUS SYSTEM STATUS Trim Housing Trim Housing Motor Ramp Motor Ramp Steering Housing Steering Housing Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty Flexible Composite Shaft Flexible Composite Shaft...
INSTALLING THE RIPTIDE INSTINCT QUEST Your new Riptide Instinct QUEST comes with everything you’ll need to install it directly to the boat. The motor can be mounted directly to the bow or coupled with a Minn Kota quick release bracket for ease of mounting and removal. For compatible quick release brackets and to locate your nearest dealer, visit minnkota.johnsonoutdoors.com.
Control Head and that they do not extend off the side of the boat. All six mounting holes must be used when securing the Riptide Instinct QUEST to the boat deck. If the desired mounting location does not allow for all six mounting holes and mounting bolts, a Boat Deck Reinforcement Kit (1854058) should be used or a new mounting location selected.
NOTICE: The trolling motor weighs up to 90lb. Minn Kota recommends having a second person help with the installation. Remove the four Sideplate Screws using a #3 Phillips Screwdriver. Two of these screws will be located on each side of the mount.
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Drilling Locations Drilling Locations NOTICE: New mounting holes are required when upgrading from an Ulterra to a Riptide Instinct QUEST. New mounting holes will accommodate the higher NOTICE: The mounting surface for the Riptide Instinct thrust motor and ensure the installation is secure.
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INSTALLING THE RIPTIDE INSTINCT QUEST ITEM(S) NEEDED #1 x 6 #2 x 6 #3 x 6 #4 x 6 #5 x 1 NOTICE: To prevent seizing of the stainless steel hardware, do not use high-speed installation tools. Hex Head Hex Head...
CAUTION These guidelines apply to general rigging to support your Minn Kota motor. Powering multiple motors or additional electrical devices from the same power circuit may impact the recommended conductor gauge and circuit breaker size. If you are using wire longer than that provided with your unit, follow the conductor gauge and circuit breaker sizing table below.
Minn Kota recommends using Minn Kota brand chargers to recharge the batteries connected to your Minn Kota trolling motor, as they have been engineered to work with motors that include a bonding wire. Learn more about Minn Kota chargers online at minnkota.johnsonoutdoors.com.
Additional Accessories Connected to Trolling Motor Batteries Significant damage to your Minn Kota motor, your boat electronics, and your boat can occur if incorrect connections are made between your trolling motor batteries and other battery systems. Minn Kota recommends using an exclusive battery system for your trolling motor.
CONNECTING THE BATTERIES IN SERIES 36-Volt Systems Three 12-volt batteries are required. The batteries must be wired in series, only as directed in the wiring diagram, to provide 36 volts. Make sure that the motor is switched off (speed selector on “0”). +36 Volts to trolling motor To trolling motor negative positive (or circuit breaker)
Each time the trolling motor is powered "on," the control board will auto-detect the power supplied from the battery system and adjust the thrust output based on a 24V or 36V battery system. To verify power to the trolling motor, connect the Riptide Instinct QUEST to power.
GPS signal strength of one bar, The Wireless Remote comes from the factory NOTICE: all remaining functions will become available. paired to the Riptide Instinct QUEST. NOTICE: Attaching the Lanyard (Item #7) to the NOTICE: A Remote Cradle accessory (1866675) can Wireless Remote is optional.
ADVANCED GPS NAVIGATION Your Minn Kota trolling motor and Humminbird fish finder communicate with each other to change the way you fish. Advanced GPS Navigation offers a large array of features including controlling speed, steering, Spot-Lock, and the ability to record and retrace paths on the water, all at your fingertips.
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ETHERNET CABLES - Minn Kota provides one 30 ft Ethernet cable with every trolling motor equipped with Advanced GPS Navigation. The 30 ft Ethernet cable will accommodate a standard Ethernet connection for most installations to a Humminbird fish finder and is "Apex and Solix Ready."...
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Connector Connector Head Head Connector Connector NOTICE: For instructions on deploying the motor, see the “Stowing and Deploying the Riptide Instinct QUEST” section of this manual. Advanced Advanced Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Place the motor in the deployed position.
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ADVANCED GPS NAVIGATION Take the Receptacle on the end of the Ethernet Receptacle Receptacle Ethernet Cable Ethernet Cable Cable covered in a braided sleeve. The Receptacle with the braided sleeve will be inserted into the Coil Cord and connected to the Advanced GPS Ethernet Bare Bare Braided...
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Cable Cable Cable to secure the connection. Helix Adapter Cable Helix Adapter Cable NOTICE: Minn Kota provides one Helix Adapter Cable (AS EC QDE - Ethernet Adapter Cable - 720074-1) with every trolling motor equipped with Advanced GPS Navigation. Ethernet...
CAUTION Do not over-tighten the Cable Tie as it may damage the wires. NOTICE: Minn Kota recommends routing the Ethernet Leave 6” of slack where the Ethernet Cable exits the Cable through the Coil Cord. Bypassing the Coil Cord Coil Cord. Bundle any excess cable in a loose loop when routing the Ethernet Cable is not recommended.
INSTALLING THE PROP Installing the Prop ITEM(S) NEEDED #9 x 1 #10 x 1 #11 x 1 #12 x 1 CAUTION Drive Drive Disconnect the motor from the battery before beginning any prop work or maintenance. Take the Drive Pin (Item #12) and slide it through Armature Armature the Hole in the Armature Shaft.
OPTIMIZING THE PERFORMANCE OF THE RIPTIDE INSTINCT QUEST WITH THE WIRELESS REMOTE OR ONE-BOAT NETWORK APP Minn Kota® and Humminbird® have joined forces to bring you the One-Boat Network, including the latest Advanced GPS Navigation Wireless Remote and the One-Boat Network app. The Wireless Remote comes from the factory paired to the trolling motor.
ONE-BOAT NETWORK ADJUSTMENTS ONE-BOAT NETWORK ADJUSTMENTS KEEL OFFSET The Riptide Instinct QUEST comes from the factory with the Lower When the motor is installed from the factory, NOTICE: Unit parallel to the Mount. When the Lower Unit is parallel to the the Keel Offset is 0 degrees.
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KEEL OFFSET Press the Menu button on the Wireless Remote. Use the Speed Up or Speed Down button to find the Motor Settings menu. Use the Steer Right button to select Motor Settings. In the Motor Settings Menu, use the Speed Up or Speed Down button to find Setup/Calibration.
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KEEL OFFSET Setting the Keel Offset with the One-Boat Network App Power on the trolling motor by pressing the Power Indicator Panel Indicator Panel button on the Indicator Panel. When the trolling System System motor is on, the System Status LED will be blue.
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KEEL OFFSET In the Motor Settings menu, find and tap Setup and Calibration. In Setup and Calibration, find and tap Keel Mount Offset. Review all safety warnings. Follow the prompts in the One-Boat Network app. If the placement of the trolling motor is pointing forward and parallel to the keel, tap Set.
STRAIGHT ON DEPLOY Minn Kota recommends setting the Keel Offset when the position of the Lower Unit is parallel with the Keel. Save the Keel Offset before exploring the Straight on Deploy feature. Straight on Deploy uses the position recorded in Keel Offset to know where to position the Lower Unit to be parallel with the Keel.
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STRAIGHT ON DEPLOY To Toggle Straight on Deploy with the One-Boat Network App Open the One-Boat Network (OBN) app on a mobile device. Make sure the mobile device is paired with the trolling motor and that the motor is powered "on." From the OBN home screen, tap the Motor menu.
STOW ORIENTATION STOW ORIENTATION The Stow Orientation is a term used to describe the lower unit and Prop position when the motor is stowed. The lower unit will automatically rotate into the Stow Orientation when stowing the motor. The Stow Orientation can be set to Prop Left or Prop Right through the Wireless Remote or One-Boat Network app.
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STOW ORIENTATION Setting the Stow Orientation with the One-Boat Network App Open the One-Boat Network (OBN) app on a mobile device. Make sure the mobile device is paired with the trolling motor and that the motor is powered "on." From the OBN home screen, tap the Motor menu. The Motor menu opens the Motor home screen.
Boat Scale provides a method of adjusting how the trolling motor will perform to account for these and other variables. The Riptide Instinct QUEST comes from the factory with Boat Scale set to zero. Boat Scale can be adjusted up (+2) or down (-2) to increase or decrease how the motor control software applies power while using a navigation mode like Spot-Lock.
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BOAT SCALE Adjusting Boat Scale with the One-Boat Network App Open the One-Boat Network (OBN) app on a mobile device. Make sure the mobile device is paired with the trolling motor and that the motor is powered "on." From the OBN home screen, tap the Motor menu. The Motor menu opens the Motor home screen.
ONE-BOAT NETWORK BUTTONS Minn Kota trolling motors equipped with Advanced GPS Navigation are compatible with devices enabled with the One-Boat Network (OBN), such as the Wireless Remote. OBN functions can be enabled and disabled through four customizable OBN buttons on the Wireless Remote.
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CUSTOMIZING THE ONE-BOAT NETWORK BUTTONS ON THE WIRELESS REMOTE One-Boat Network functions can be enabled and disabled through four One-Boat Network buttons on the Wireless Remote. The One- Boat Network buttons can be customized to control the following functions, depending on your setup: Function Icon Description...
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CUSTOMIZING THE ONE-BOAT NETWORK BUTTONS ON THE WIRELESS REMOTE Customize the One-Boat Network Buttons on the Wireless Remote On the Wireless Remote, press the Menu button to open the Motor Menu. In the Motor Menu, use the Speed Down Speed Up button to find the Motor Settings menu.
MOTOR WIRING DIAGRAM RIPTIDE INSTINCT QUEST The following Motor Wiring Diagram applies to all Riptide Instinct QUEST models. Advanced Coil Cord Navigation Trim Sensor Communication Advanced red, Brushless yellow Communication Navigation Trim & black Brake Black M- black Trim Motor Control &...
USING & ADJUSTING THE MOTOR MOUNT FEATURES Become familiar with the features of the motor to maximize the capabilities this product offers. Steering Steering Lower Unit Lower Unit Housing Housing Trim Housing Trim Housing Coil Cord Coil Cord Motor Ramps Motor Ramps Indicator Panel Indicator Panel...
Stowed SYSTEM STATUS SYSTEM STATUS SYSTEM STATUS Power Power Status LED will not be illuminated. The Riptide Instinct QUEST Button Button SYSTEM STATUS has an auto-shutoff and will automatically power off after 90 minutes of inactivity in the stowed position.
Advanced GPS Navigation Wireless Remote, Foot Pedal, One-Boat Network app, or a connected Humminbird® fish finder. It’s instant. Effortless. And it makes Riptide Instinct QUEST the easiest-to-use motor on the water. Use the following procedures to stow and deploy the motor. If the motor stalls when attempting to stow, the motor may be encountering an error.
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STOWING WITH THE WIRELESS REMOTE Press the Steer Right button to select Deploy. The motor will automatically deploy. WARNING As soon as Deploy is selected, the motor will automatically deploy. Be sure that the motor is clear from obstructions and has a clear path of travel. The Prop is disabled while the motor is stowing or deploying to prevent accidental contact with the rotating Prop.
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STOWING WITH THE WIRELESS REMOTE Use the Speed Up or Speed Down button to find Stow. Use the Steer Right button to select it. Once selected, the motor will automatically stow, and the Prop will be disabled. WARNING As soon as Stow is selected, the motor will automatically stow.
DEPLOYING WITH THE OBN APP STOWING AND DEPLOYING WITH THE ONE-BOAT NETWORK (OBN) APP Deploying with the OBN App Open the One-Boat Network (OBN) app on the mobile device. Make sure the mobile device is paired with the trolling motor. From the OBN home screen, tap the Motor menu.
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STOWING WITH THE OBN APP Stowing with the OBN App Open the One-Boat Network (OBN) app on the mobile device. Make sure the mobile device is paired with the trolling motor. From the OBN home screen, tap the Motor menu. The Motor menu opens the Motor home screen.
ADJUSTING THE DEPTH (TRIM) OF THE RIPTIDE INSTINCT QUEST ADJUSTING THE DEPTH (TRIM) OF THE RIPTIDE INSTINCT QUEST Once the boat is on the water, it may be necessary to adjust the trim of the Lower Unit up or down to achieve an optimum depth for motor performance.
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TRIMMING WITH THE WIRELESS REMOTE Once in Instinct Menu, use the Speed Up Speed Down button to select Trim Up or Trim Down. Trimming up will raise the motor and trimming down will lower the motor. Press and hold the Steer Right button to select it.
TRIMMING WITH THE OBN APP Trimming with the OBN App Open the One-Boat Network (OBN) app on the mobile device. Make sure the mobile device is paired with the trolling motor. From the OBN home screen, tap the Motor menu. The Motor menu opens the Motor home screen.
MOTOR ADJUSTMENTS MOTOR ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting the Lift Belt The Lift Belt assists in trimming the Lower Unit up and down. Slack may appear periodically in the Lift Belt along the Shaft of the motor. To maintain tension on the Lift Belt, the screw that holds tension on the Lift Belt may occasionally require small adjustments. Place the motor in the stowed position.
MOTOR ADJUSTMENTS Greasing the Tilt Shaft and Latch Pin To maintain optimum performance of the Riptide Instinct QUEST, it is recommended that the Tilt Shaft and Latch Pin be greased every season. Minn Kota recommends using a marine-grade grease. Deploy the motor. Once deployed, turn the motor off.
MOTOR ADJUSTMENTS Installing an External Transducer An external transducer is not included with your trolling motor. An external transducer can be installed onto motors that have Advanced GPS Navigation. Mount the External Transducer according to directions provided with the transducer. Control Head Control Head Leave enough slack in the Transducer Cable...
After completing both steps of the Manual Stow Bypass, return to shore and resolve the error or take the motor Scan to find to a Minn Kota authorized service provider. Once the error has been resolved, see the “Manual Stow Bypass additional help.
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MANUAL STOW BYPASS WARNING CAUTION While servicing the motor, stay clear of pinch points and do not Once the motor has been manually stowed, it will be non- wear loose-fitting clothing or loose-fitting jewelry. operational until it is manually recovered. NOTICE: In the event of a Manual Stow Bypass, the Quick Release Pin is removed from the Steering Housing.
MANUAL STOW BYPASS RECOVERY MANUAL STOW BYPASS RECOVERY After completing a Manual Stow Bypass, most motor functions are disabled, and an error will display on the Wireless Remote. If the error that required an emergency stow is resolved, motor operation can be restored through a Manual Stow Bypass Recovery procedure. To recover from a Manual Stow Bypass, the motor must be manually deployed and the Quick Release Pin reinstalled.
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE PROP REPLACEMENT TOOLS AND RESOURCES REQUIRED • 9/16” Deep Well Socket INSTALLATION CAUTION Prop Prop Washer Washer Disconnect the motor from all sources of power before Prop Nut Prop Nut beginning any prop work or maintenance. Hold the Prop and loosen the Prop Nut with a 9/16" Prop Prop Deep Well Socket.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE GENERAL MAINTENANCE • After use, the entire motor should be rinsed with freshwater. • The composite shaft requires periodic cleaning and lubrication for proper retraction and deployment. A coating of an aqueous-based silicone spray will improve operation. • The Prop must be inspected and cleaned of weeds and fishing line after every use. Fishing line and weeds can get behind the Prop, damage the seals and allow water to enter the motor.
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To conduct a Trim Reset, press the Power button on the Indicator Panel three times consecutively within a two-second period. b. The blue System Status LED and orange Stowed LED will flash continuously while the Riptide Instinct QUEST goes through an automated sequence.
Authorized Service Centers Minn Kota has over 800 authorized service centers in the United States and Canada where you can purchase parts or get your products repaired. Please visit our website to locate a service center in your area.
Minn Kota motors are not subject to the disposal regulations EAG-VO (electric devices directive) that implements the WEEE directive. Nevertheless never dispose of your Minn Kota motor in a garbage bin but at the proper place of collection of your local town council.
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COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc.
RT INSTINCT QUEST - 90/115 THRUST - 24/36 VOLT - 60”/72”/87”/100" SHAFT The parts diagram and parts list provides Minn Kota® WEEE compliance disassembly instructions. For more information about where you should dispose of your waste equipment for recycling and recovery and/or your European Union member state requirements, please contact your dealer or distributor from which your product was purchased.
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PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Control Head Parts List Assembly Part # Description Notes Quantity 2994183 MTR KIT, 4.0 BL SW-BK WR *RT INSTINCT QUEST* *SALTWATER BLACK* 2994194 MTR KIT, 4.0 BL SW WR *RT INSTINCT QUEST* *SALTWATER WHITE* *COVER & DECALS ONLY* *RT INSTINCT QUEST* 2770248 CTRL BOX COVER QUEST SW WHT *SALTWATER WHITE*...
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PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Item Part # Description Notes Quantity 2383475 SCREW - #8-18 X 1 1/2 SELF DR SS *72"* *87"* *100"* 2201721 WASHER - #10 SAE.], SS 2203411 SCREW-#10-24,SHCS,SS, RIE 4606 2206721 PLUG-WIRE, ROUND *87"* *100"* 2202800 BLOCK-BELT 2200800 BELT-RACK, LOWER...
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PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Steering Housing Parts List Assembly Part # Description Notes Quantity 2996531 ASM, STEERING, SW, WHT *SALTWATER WHITE* 2996532 ASM, STEERING, SW BLK *SALTWATER BLACK* Item Part # Description Notes Quantity 2206401 PLATE, MOTOR MNT, STEERING 2204640 SEAL,ID 12MM, OD 20MM, T 5MM 2207012...
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PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Item Part # Description Quantity 2207345 BUSHING, OUTPUT TUBE, LOWER 2207340 BUSHING, JFM-2023-11 2208640 VENT FILTER, STEERING HOUSING 2201941 MNT, SENSOR, LATCH QRP 2373440 SCREW-#4-24 X 1/4 PHCR SS TY B 2293403 SCREW-#6-32 X .625 PPH SS 2204642 SEAL, UMBRELLA 2203453...
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PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Trim Housing Parts List Assembly Part # Description Notes Quantity 2997853 ASM, TRIM MOD,SW, WHT,60" *60"* *SALTWATER WHITE* 2997854 ASM, TRIM MOD,SW, WHT,72" *72"* *SALTWATER WHITE* 2997855 ASM, TRIM MOD,SW, WHT,87" *87"* *SALTWATER WHITE* 2997859 ASM, TRIM MOD,SW, WHT,100"...
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PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Item Part # Description Notes Quantity 2202619 PIN-DOWEL, 3/16 X 1/2, SS 2206589 HSG-MTR CVR, TRIM,SW, WHT *SALTWATER WHITE* 2206590 HSG-MTR CVR, TRIM, SW BLK *SALTWATER BLACK* 2203423 SCREW-#10-24 x .75, SHCS, SS 2205130 VENT PATCH, YLW/BLK 2202352 PULLEY-IDLER, TRIM,REAMED 2201736...
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PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Mount Parts List Assembly Part # Description Notes Quantity 2994948 BAG, ASM, INSTINCT, T3 BL HDW Item Part # Description Notes Quantity 2372103 SCREW-#6 X .375 PLASTITE SS 2201907 BASE, MACHINED, SW 2205106 PAD, DEAD STOP, STOW 2373434 SCREW-1/4-20 X 3/4 SS PPMS 2205518...
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PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Item Part # Description Notes Quantity 2203120 NUT-1/4-20 NYLOK, RIE COATED 2204030 CTRL BOARD ASM, MAIN ULTERRA 2 2373487 SCREW-#8-32 X 3/4" PPH MACH SS 2205412 SHRINK TUBE.75 ID x 2" 2202623 PIN,QCK REL. 5/16 x 3 1/2 2052510 CABLE CLAMP, 3/16", NYLON 2040721...
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PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Item Part # Description Notes Quantity 2383122 NUT 3/8-16 NYLON INST LOCKNUT 2378608 ANTI-SEIZE TUBE 4CC, TALON 2321710 WASHER, RUBBER MOUNT 2323440 SCREW-3/8-16X 2 1/2 HHCS SS 2371796 BACKUP BAR 3/16 X 1 X 2 2206576 RACK, BELT, TAPER, ANODIZED p Not shown on Parts Diagram.
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Stop buying new batteries and start taking care of the ones you’ve got. Many chargers can actually damage your battery over time – creating shorter run times and shorter overall life. Digitally controlled Minn Kota chargers are designed to provide the fastest charge that protect and extend battery life. MK212PCL...
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