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Watersnake GEO-SPOT SW 65/54 Owner's Manual

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GEO-SPOT
LB
GPS BOW MOUNT ELECTRIC MOTOR
OWNERS MANUAL
GEO-SPOT SW 65/54 (55313)
GEO-SPOT FW 65/54 (55315)
GEO-SPOT SW 65/60 (55316)
GEO-SPOT SW 65/66 (55314)
Watersnake Geo-Spot 65lb Motor Manual ( Ver.4)

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  • Page 1 GEO-SPOT GPS BOW MOUNT ELECTRIC MOTOR OWNERS MANUAL GEO-SPOT SW 65/54 (55313) GEO-SPOT FW 65/54 (55315) GEO-SPOT SW 65/60 (55316) GEO-SPOT SW 65/66 (55314) Watersnake Geo-Spot 65lb Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 2 54LB - 65LB 100AH OR LARGER WARNING The Watersnake Geo-Spot motor relies on GPS technology to operate in its different Modes, including Anchor, Pilot, Cruise, and Navigation. It is essential that the person controlling the vessel and Geo-Spot motor is alert to all navigation dangers and safety risks that may arise during the motor’s...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    HOW TO PAIR THE REMOTE CONTROL TO THE MOTOR ....37-39 FOOT PEDAL CONTROL ( OPTIONAL ACCESSORY ) ......40 NAV SENSOR ( OPTIONAL ACCESSORY ) ...........41-43 RECOMMENDATIONS ................44 MAINTENANCE ...................45 TROUBLESHOOTING ................46-48 SERVICING ...................49 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ..............50 SPECIFICATION CHARTS ..............51-53 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LISTS ............54-69 watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 4 THE BELOW INFORMATION IS FOR THE USA ONLY. Disclaimer: The information provided in this Watersnake Motor Manual is correct at time of printing. For the most up to date information, check for the latest version on our website at: www.watersnake.com.au/pages/watersnake-user-manuals...

  • Page 5: Know Your Boat

    KNOW YOUR BOAT Gunwale Starboard Stern Port Keel Gunwale Stern Hull Outboard Inboard Starboard Port Stern / Transom watersnake.com.au...

  • Page 6: Features And Box Contents

    1 Coiled data cable Multi adjustable depth collar Bracket 3 Bladed Propeller x1 Composite shaft Propeller shear pin x 1 Propeller nut x 1 Motor Assembly Propeller Unit wrench x1 Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)

  • Page 7: Pre-Installation Checklist

    3. 12V deep cycle or 12V LiFePO4 battery (your Watersnake motor IS NOT designed for use with car / truck / motorcycle type batteries) – for more information about appropriate battery for your Watersnake motor, refer to page 14.
  • Page 8 OF THE MOUNTING PLATE) Mounting plate PLEASE NOTE: Watersnake accepts no liability for personal injury or property damage caused while fitting this motor. Please wear appropriate protective clothing and eyewear/face protection. Avoid contacting and/or inhaling fibreglass dust or aluminium shavings.

  • Page 9: Installation Direct Mount

    Check that no part of boat impedes full deployment of motor. 4. Check with the motor in a deployed position that the Watersnake shaft does not come into contact with any part of the hull. Allow at least 30mm clearance from boat gunwale.

  • Page 10: Installation With Optional Quick Release Brackets

    Watersnake mount assembly, including the optional quick-release plate, must be mounted in a level, horizontal position as close to the boat’s centreline as possible. The Watersnake motor and quick-release plate do not necessarily need to face directly forward. On slightly curved decks, spacer washers or blocks must be used to ensure level mounting of the motor base and/or lower quick-release plate.
  • Page 11 PLEASE NOTE: Watersnake accepts no liability for personal injury or property damage caused while fitting this motor. Please wear appropriate protective clothing and eyewear/face protection. Avoid contacting and/or inhaling fibreglass dust or aluminium shavings.
  • Page 12 Watersnake mount assembly, including the optional quick-release plate, must be mounted in a level, horizontal position as close to the boat’s centreline as possible. The Watersnake motor and quick-release plate do not necessarily need to face directly forward. On slightly curved decks, spacer washers or blocks must be used to ensure level mounting of the motor base and/or lower quick-release plate.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION OPTIONAL ALLOY QUICK-RELEASE BRACKET TOP PLATE ATTACH TO YOUR MOTOR BOTTOM PLATE ATTACH TO YOUR BOAT watersnake.com.au...

  • Page 14: Battery And Power

    BEST PRACTICES INSTALLING AND CONNECTING YOUR MOTOR 1. Your Watersnake motor is designed to be powered by one 12V deep cycle or a LifePO4 battery that should output no more than 14.5v. If the voltage input to your Watersnake motor exceeds 14.5v it may damage the sensitive electronics and void your warranty.

  • Page 15: Extending Battery Leads

    You can charge your battery via an alternator or solar system, so long as the voltage input to the Watersnake motor does not exceed 14.5v whilst the battery is being charged. If you are unsure about the voltage that your motor is receiving, consult a marine auto electrician.

  • Page 16: Connecting Your Motor To The Battery

    • Your Watersnake comes factory-fitted with a standard length of twin flex wiring with ring terminals to attach to the battery. • Before connecting the motor’s cables to the battery terminals, ensure all switches are in the OFF position and stand clear of the propeller.

  • Page 17: Pre-Use Checklist

    (refer to page 8 of manual) • Fully charged 12V deep cycle or 12V LiFePO4 battery. (your Watersnake motor is not designed to be used with a car / truck / motorcycle or marine cranking batteries) • Check battery cables for any signs of damage or exposed wiring •...

  • Page 18: Deployment Instructions

    DEPLOYING INSTRUCTIONS Failure to deploy your Watersnake as described below may damage your unit, invalidating its warranty, and could injure you and/or other people. STEP 1: Loosen the depth collar and slide it up the shaft to the desired depth.
  • Page 19 STEP 5: Slowly rotate the released motor unit into the deployed position. When you hear a click the motor is locked into place. Do not let go of the shaft during this process as you may damage the motor. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 20 ( Prop sucking air from surface. ) PLEASE NOTE: Watersnake Distribution Pty Ltd accepts no liability for injury or damage caused by the incorrect deployment or stowing of this motor. Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)

  • Page 21: Stowing Instructions

    STOWING INSTRUCTIONS Failure to stow your Watersnake as described below may damage your unit, invalidating its warranty, and could injure you and/or other people. STEP 1: Turn off the Motor using the On /Off button on the back of the motor bracket...
  • Page 22 Loosen the depth collar on the motor shaft and slide it so that it is flush up against the turning box unit then re-tighten it. This will prevent the motor from self deploying whilst in transit. Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 23 While storing your motor after your boating trip it is recommended to disconnect it from the battery. PLEASE NOTE: Watersnake Distribution Pty Ltd accepts no liability for injury or damage caused by the incorrect deployment or stowing of this motor. watersnake.com.au...

  • Page 24: Remote Controller

    • Battery compartment is on underside and requires phillips head screwdriver. Watersnake recommends you carry spare batteries and an appropriate screwdriver for the remote on your boat at all times to ensure you have replacements in case of failure of the batteries in the remote unit.
  • Page 25 Distance to go (DTG): When navigating to a Spot, the distance left before the destination is reached. When navigating a track, the distance to go to reach either the start or end location on the track, depending on which direction the track is being navigated. watersnake.com.au...

  • Page 26: Before Each Use

    BEFORE EACH USE • Ensure that your Watersnake GPS motor is securely attached to your boat. • Ensure the 12V deep cycle or 12V LiFePO4 battery is fully charged. (Your Watersnake GPS motor is not designed to be used with a car/truck starting battery).

  • Page 27: Initial Power Up

    • Once your vessel is launched and on the water deploy the motor and ensure locking lever is in the up position. NOTE – Your Watersnake motor is fitted with a tilt switch that prevents the motor from running unless it is in the deployed (vertical) position.
  • Page 28 Red Key 3 for two seconds, then release and the Red Key screen illuminates. Motor unit should respond with “shave-and- a-haircut” musical beeps pairing signal. Status light GREEN. Hold on! Just a few more things... Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)

  • Page 29: Gps User Instructions

    Keys • Using the blue arrow down key, scroll down to boat size and configure boat details. This helps your Watersnake GPS apply just the right amount of initial power to the propeller at all times. Small boat = under 3m...
  • Page 30 • Centre Propeller toggle button applies/halts power to propeller and produces a tone at stop/start. • Always apply power gradually for smooth operation. • Optional foot pedal controls also operate in conjunction with manual Mode, status light GREEN. Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 31 • Fine repositioning adjustments can be made in Manual Mode – then press Anchor key again to anchor at your new location. Your Watersnake GPS can save up to 16 spots and return to them at any time if they are less than 1km away. See remote Instructions section for details.
  • Page 32 4 • Pilot Mode can be toggled between: – Heading Mode (the direction the Watersnake GPS motor is pointed when Pilot Mode key is activated) and – Course Mode (the “true” course bearing as it would appear on a marine chart or GPS plotter screen.)
  • Page 33 Up or Speed down keys ( Keys 7 and 11 ). Speed over ground will increase or decrease by 0.2kmh for every keystroke. Note: Cruise Mode cannot be started when propeller is not turning. Cruise Mode can be operated simultaneously with Navigate Mode or Pilot Mode. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 34 Track is recorded but speed is not saved. Status light is BLUE. NOTE: You may record a track while your Watersnake GPS is simultaneously in Cruise Mode. NOTE: You may record a track while your Watersnake GPS is simultaneously in Cruise Mode ( Key 12 ) and Pilot Mode.
  • Page 35 Track it is navigating to. If there is a bridge or a waterway surrounded by high buildings between your vessel and the Spot or Track, your Watersnake GPS also may lose satellite signal and fail to proceed on its navigated course.
  • Page 36 Anchor Mode, eg, to fight and land a fish. To rejoin your track, press Navigate again, select your track number, Confirm, apply power and your Watersnake GPS will take you back to the closest point on your track and then resume navigation.

  • Page 37: How To Pair The Remote Control To The Motor

    Power up the remote control by holding down the red button with the white circle for 2-3 seconds until you see the backlight on the screen turn on. If the remote control is not paired the screen will indicate no connection as shown below. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 38 Press the red button with the white circle again to enter Pairing Mode. The screen will indicate the remote is now in Pairing Mode and looking for the motor. Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 39 2 and 5. If you are continuing to have trouble connecting your motor to the remote please contact Watersnake by filling out the contact us form on the Watersnake website.

  • Page 40: Foot Pedal Control ( Optional Accessory )

    OPTIONAL WATERSNAKE GEN 3 FOOT CONTROLLER 1. The optional Watersnake Gen 3 Foot Controller ( sold separately ) allows you to control your motor hands free. It includes a variable speed control dial for infinite speed adjustment. 2. To connect the foot pedal controller to the motor, unscrew a cap from one of the two short leads coming from the back of the motor bracket.

  • Page 41: Nav Sensor ( Optional Accessory )

    The alternate lead is available for fitting a Foot Pedal Controller if so desired. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 42 Watersnake Geo-Spot bracket. CONNECTION TERMINAL PLEASE NOTE: Watersnake accepts no liability for personal injury or property damage caused while fitting this motor accessory. Please wear appropriate protective clothing and eyewear/ face protection. Avoid contacting and/or inhaling fibreglass dust or aluminium shavings.
  • Page 43 – FAST FLASHING --- EXCESSIVE TILT ANGLE • GREEN LIGHT – SLOW FLASHING --- MAGNETOMETER CALIBRATION • BLUE LIGHT – SLOW FLASHING --- COMMUNICATION INTERRUPTION • RED LIGHT – FAST FLASHING --- SENSOR DISTURBED OR DAMAGED • RED LIGHT watersnake.com.au...

  • Page 44: Recommendations

    Of course once you engage your Watersnake motor for use make sure it is set to the ideal depth. About 30cm from the water surface to the top of the propeller.

  • Page 45: Maintenance

    • Remove batteries from remote control. • Remove motor from boat and store in a cool, dry place away from temperature extremes. Cover your Watersnake motor to prevent dust and dirt buildup. • Apply Diaelectric grease to electronics. watersnake.com.au...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    NO POWER / REDUCED POWER NOTE – Your Watersnake motor is fitted with a tilt switch that prevents the motor from running unless it is in the deployed (vertical) position. • Check the battery connections have not been reversed (reversed polarity).
  • Page 47 • Lubricate shaft with spray lubricant. Concentrate spray on area where shaft runs through turnbox. • Clean any debris from the mounting bracket. • Remove the side covers from the mounting bracket and apply marine grease to moving parts of the stow/deploy mechanism. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 48 Please note the contents of the error message and/or photograph the remote control display message and contact Watersnake Service via the website contact centre (https://www.watersnake. com.au/pages/contact) to receive more detailed instructions on how the problem can be resolved.

  • Page 49: Servicing

    SERVICING SERVICING YOUR WATERSNAKE ELECTRIC MOTOR When it’s time for your Watersnake electric motor to be serviced, it is recommended you choose to use an Authorised Service Agent such as Anglers’ Central Service Centre to perform the service. For Australian residents, you can find up to date contact details on our website.

  • Page 50: Optional Accessories

    To order your Watersnake Geo-Spot accessories, visit: www.anglerscentral.com.au Nylon Quick-Release Bracket 55502 Quick-Release Puck Plate Kit 55528 Alloy Quick-Release Bracket 55016 3-Blade Prop Gen 3 Foot Control Propeller 55535 55532 Accessory Kit 55132 Nav Sensor 55533 Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)

  • Page 51: Specification Charts

    * NOTE - this is to be used as a guide only. Check with your battery supplier to confirm required size of 12 volt deep cycle or LiFePO4 Lithium battery that will be appropriate for your situation. Your Watersnake Geo-Spot GPS motor is fitted with built in voltage protection, current protection and overheating temperature control.
  • Page 52 * NOTE - this is to be used as a guide only. Check with your battery supplier to confirm required size of 12 volt deep cycle or LiFePO4 Lithium battery that will be appropriate for your situation. Your Watersnake Geo-Spot GPS motor is fitted with built in voltage protection, current protection and overheating temperature control.
  • Page 53 * NOTE - this is to be used as a guide only. Check with your battery supplier to confirm required size of 12 volt deep cycle or LiFePO4 Lithium battery that will be appropriate for your situation. Your Watersnake Geo-Spot GPS motor is fitted with built in voltage protection, current protection and overheating temperature control.
  • Page 54 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55313 GEO-SPOT 65/54 WHITE SCHEMATIC 1 OF 2 Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 55 PART NO. TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE GEO-SPOT PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au PART NO. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 56 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55313 GEO-SPOT 65/54 WHITE SCHEMATIC 2 OF 2 Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 57 TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE GEO-SPOT PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au PART NO. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 58 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55315 GEO-SPOT 65/54 BLACK SCHEMATIC 1 OF 2 Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 59 PART NO. TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE GEO-SPOT PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au PART NO. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 60 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55315 GEO-SPOT 65/54 BLACK SCHEMATIC 2 OF 2 Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 61 TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE GEO-SPOT PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au PART NO. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 62 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55316 GEO-SPOT 65/60 SCHEMATIC 1 OF 2 Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 63 PART NO. TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE GEO-SPOT PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au PART NO. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 64 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55316 GEO-SPOT 65/60 SCHEMATIC 2 OF 2 Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 65 TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE GEO-SPOT PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au PART NO. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 66 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55314 GEO-SPOT 65/66 SCHEMATIC 1 OF 2 Part Part Number Name Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 67 PART NO. TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE GEO-SPOT PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au PART NO. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 68 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55314 GEO-SPOT 65/66 SCHEMATIC 2 OF 2 Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)
  • Page 69 TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE GEO-SPOT PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au PART NO. watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 70 THE BELOW INFORMATION IS FOR THE USA ONLY. Watersnake Limited One Year Warranty (USA) All watersnake products are covered by a one year Limited Warranty covering faults in workmanship and materials from the date of original retail purchase. The purchaser shoud return...
  • Page 71 NOTES: watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 72 ACN: 143 230 175 Watersnake and Jarvis Marine are registered ® ® trademarks of Watersnake Distribution Pty. Ltd. © Watersnake Distribution Pty. Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Watersnake Geo-Spot SW 65LB Motor Manual ( Ver.4)

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