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Garmin FORCE PRO Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 FORCE PRO TROLLING MOTOR ® Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 © 2025 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Garmin. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content of this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements. Go to www.garmin.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Deleting a Route........ 21 Setting the Bow Offset......7 Tracks............ 21 Connecting to a Chartplotter....8 Saving the Active Track....22 Connecting to a Garmin Wearable Clearing the Active Track....22 Device............8 Navigating to the Start of the Active Track..........22 Remote Control........
  • Page 4 Replacing the Pull Cable....... 33 Fixing Paint Scratches......33 Motor Information......34 Getting Started with the ActiveCaptain App............34 Updating Software with the ActiveCaptain App......34 Stowed Dimensions......35 Deployed Dimensions......35 Registering Your Device......36 Specifications........ 37 Trolling Motor........37 Motor Thrust and Current-Draw Information........

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Do not run the motor when the propeller is out of the water. Contact with the rotating propeller may result in severe injury.

  • Page 6: Adjusting The Depth Of The Trolling Motor

    Adjusting the Depth of the Trolling Motor 1 Move the motor so that it stops halfway between the stowed and deployed positions. 2 Slide the locking ring down to unlock the depth adjustment collar. 3 Loosen the collar to unlock the shaft. NOTE: You should be prepared for the motor to slide down when you loosen the collar.

  • Page 7: Stowing The Motor From The Deployed Position

    Stowing the Motor from the Deployed Position CAUTION When stowing or deploying the motor, maintain stable footing and be aware of slick surfaces around the motor. Losing your footing while stowing or deploying the motor may result in injury. When stowing or deploying the motor, be aware of the risk of entrapment or pinching from moving parts, which can result in personal injury.

  • Page 8: Securing The Safety Strap

    Securing the Safety Strap CAUTION You must always secure the safety strap after stowing the trolling motor to prevent the motor from deploying unexpectedly. An unexpected deployment of the motor may lead to personal injury and damage to your boat and to the trolling motor.

  • Page 9: Trolling Motor Display Panel

    Trolling Motor Display Panel CAUTION You must keep large metallic objects, such as a tool box, away from the display panel during motor operation. Large metallic objects can interfere with the magnetic compass, affecting the built-in autopilot performance and potentially leading to personal injury or property damage. The display panel on the trolling motor mount shows important information at a glance.

  • Page 10: Status Indicator

    Green: forward thrust speed. Red: reverse thrust speed. The number of bars represents the propeller or cruise control speed (Adjusting the Speed Speed of the Motor, page 17). NOTE: The motor may run louder in reverse thrust than in forward thrust. Green: the motor battery voltage level is good.

  • Page 11: Calibrating The Trolling Motor

    Calibrating the Trolling Motor You must calibrate the compass in the trolling motor before you can use the autopilot features. For the best results, you should calibrate the motor on a day with little or no wind on calm water. You can repeat the calibration process if the autopilot features are not performing as expected.

  • Page 12: Connecting To A Chartplotter

    ® the trolling motor. You can connect the trolling motor wirelessly to a compatible Garmin chartplotter on your boat. After you connect to a compatible chartplotter, you can control the trolling motor from the chartplotter in addition to the remote control and foot pedal.

  • Page 13: Remote Control

    Remote Control Remote Control...
  • Page 14 Press to exit the menu. Press to mark a waypoint. 1 through 4 Press to open the shortcut for the Garmin chartplotter assigned to the button. Requires a connection to a compatible Garmin chartplotter. See your chartplotter owner's manual for instructions.

  • Page 15: Remote Control Screen

    Remote Control Screen Shows the operational status of the trolling motor. For example, when in manual control, Manual is shown, and when the heading hold is on, Heading Hold is shown, along with the heading-hold set point in degrees. Shows the trolling motor battery status. Green: the motor battery voltage level is good.

  • Page 16: Installing Batteries

    Installing Batteries The remote control operates using two AA batteries (not included). Use lithium batteries for best results. 1 Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the cover. 2 Insert two AA batteries, observing polarity. 3 Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise. Attaching a Lanyard 1 Starting from the back of the remote control, insert the loop of the lanyard through the slot.

  • Page 17: Calibrating The Remote Control

    Calibrating the Remote Control NOTICE Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. To improve heading accuracy, do not stand near objects that influence magnetic fields, such as vehicles, buildings, and overhead power lines. You must calibrate the compass in the remote control before you can control the motor using gestures. If the gesture controls are not working properly after calibration, you can repeat this process as often as needed.

  • Page 18: Foot Pedal

    Foot Pedal Momentary Hold to turn on the propeller at the set speed. propeller Release to turn off the propeller. control Rotate the wheel away from you to increase the propeller speed or cruise control speed. Speed wheel Rotate the wheel toward you to decrease the propeller speed or cruise control speed. NOTE: The speed wheel is inactive when anchor lock is on.

  • Page 19: Installing Batteries

    Installing Batteries The foot pedal can operate using two AA alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries (not included). Use lithium batteries for best results. 1 Lift up the front of the foot pedal as far as possible. 2 Pinch the sides of the battery cover , and pull up to remove it.

  • Page 20: Status Indicator

    Operation You can use the remote control, the foot pedal, a compatible Garmin chartplotter, a compatible Garmin wearable, or a combination of these devices to operate the trolling motor. In general, most of the instructions provided for the remote control also apply to a connected chartplotter. For specific chartplotter instructions, see the latest owner's manual for your chartplotter.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Speed Of The Motor

    Adjusting the Speed of the Motor You can adjust the speed of the trolling motor using the remote control or the foot pedal. 1 If necessary, press on the remote control, or steer with the foot pedal, to enter manual mode. 2 Select an option: •...

  • Page 22: Steering

    Steering Steering the Trolling Motor Manually Manual mode is the default operational mode of the trolling motor. In manual mode, you can adjust the direction and speed of the trolling motor as needed. NOTE: The trolling motor is in manual mode by default when you turn it on. 1 If necessary, on the remote control, select 2 Select an action: •...

  • Page 23: Reverse Thrust

    Using Gesture Controls to Steer You can steer the motor by pointing the remote control. 1 If necessary, turn on the propeller (Turning the Propeller On and Off, page 16). 2 Hold 3 While holding , point the remote control to the left or right to steer port or starboard. 4 Release to stop steering.

  • Page 24: Waypoints

    Waypoints Waypoints are used to mark locations so you can return to them later. The trolling motor can store up to 5000 waypoints. When the trolling motor is connected to a chartplotter, the waypoints stored on the trolling motor and on the chartplotter are automatically synchronized.

  • Page 25: Navigating A Route

    Navigating a Route 1 On the remote control, select > Routes. A list of the ten closest routes is shown. 2 Select a route. 3 Select Navigate To. 4 Select an option: • To navigate the route from the starting point used when the route was created, select Forward. •...

  • Page 26: Saving The Active Track

    Saving the Active Track The track currently being recorded is called the active track. You can save the active track and navigate it later. You can save up to 50 tracks on the trolling motor. 1 On the remote control, select >...

  • Page 27: Navigating

    Navigating Before you can navigate, you must calibrate the trolling motor (Calibrating the Trolling Motor, page 7). The trolling motor uses GPS to steer the boat to a waypoint location or to follow a route or a track. 1 On the remote control, select an option: •...

  • Page 28: Changing The Propeller

    Changing the Propeller The Force Pro trolling motor includes a high efficiency propeller and a weedless propeller. Follow these steps when changing propellers. 1 Using a  in (15 mm) socket, remove the nut that secures the propeller. 2 Remove the propeller and set aside the lock washer, flat washer and sacrificial anode.

  • Page 29: Settings

    Settings Trolling Motor Settings On the remote control, select > Settings > Trolling Motor. Wi-Fi: Sets the wireless network preferences for the trolling motor (Wireless Network Settings, page 25). Calibrate: Calibrates the trolling motor compass (Calibrating the Trolling Motor, page 7) and sets the trolling motor bow offset (Setting the Bow Offset, page 7).

  • Page 30: Backlight Settings

    If you transport the motor in dry and dusty environments such as gravel or dirt roads, you should repeat these tasks during the season as needed. For service instructions and information on replacement parts, see the Field Service Manual on garmin.com /manuals/force_pro_trolling_motor. • Examine the power cable for wear, and replace it if necessary.

  • Page 31: Checking And Cleaning The Power Terminals

    4 If necessary, clean any corrosion from the terminals using a wire brush. NOTE: In cases of heavy corrosion, you may need to remove the power cables for an effective cleaning. See the Force Pro Trolling Motor Field Service Manual on garmin.com/manuals/force_pro_trolling_motor detailed instructions on disconnecting and removing the power cables from the motor.

  • Page 32: Lubricating The Hinges And Bushings

    Lubricating the Hinges and Bushings 1 Apply a non-stick, dry-film lubricant to each hinge point, including the space between the moving parts. 2 Move the motor from the stowed to the deployed position and back a few times to distribute the lubricant. 3 If necessary, apply additional lubricant and repeat the previous step.
  • Page 33 7 Clean any debris, dirt, and build up from the latch receivers on the front of the mount base. 8 Apply a synthetic or marine grade, general-purpose grease to the upper surface of the latch receivers on the front of the mount base, so the locking mechanisms slide smoothly into the receivers. 9 Repeat the previous two steps for the latch receivers on the back of the mount base 10 Return the motor to the stowed or deployed position.

  • Page 34: Checking And Replacing The Mount Rails

    Checking and Replacing the Mount Rails The rails protect the propeller drive motor and the mount from impact when stowing the motor, and may become worn over time. If the rails are damaged or worn and the mount base is visible through them, you must replace them.

  • Page 35: Checking And Replacing The Mount Bumper

    The sacrificial anodes protect the motor components from corrosion. Each season they must be examined and cleaned or replaced if necessary. You can purchase replacement anodes from your Garmin dealor or you can go to garmin.com.

  • Page 36: Servicing The Propeller Anode

    Servicing the Propeller Anode 1 Using a  in (15 mm) socket, loosen the nut on the end of the propeller. 2 Remove the propeller and set aside the nut, the lock washer and the flat washer. 3 Remove and examine the anode 4 Select an option: •...

  • Page 37: Servicing The Nose Cone Anode

    Replacing the Pull Cable Follow the instructions included with the pull handle and cable kit (part number 010-13915-00) or see the Pull Handle and Cable Instructions on garmin.com/manuals/force_pro_trolling_motor. Fixing Paint Scratches Over time, parts of the motor may become scratched or dinged. You can use paint to touch up these areas for cosmetic purposes.

  • Page 38: Motor Information

    Updating Software with the ActiveCaptain App Updating the trolling motor software also updates the software in all connected peripherals, such as the foot pedal and remote control. You can go to garmin.com/videos/trolling_motor_update/ and watch a video to assist with the software-update process. NOTICE Software updates may require the app to download large files.

  • Page 39: Stowed Dimensions

    Stowed Dimensions Item 50 in. Model 57 in. Model 1575 mm (62.00 in.) min. 1750 mm (68.90 in.) min. 1825 mm (71.85 in.) max. 2090 mm (82.28 in.) max. 330 mm (12.99 in.) 345 mm (13.58 in.) Deployed Dimensions Item 50 in. Model 57 in. Model 496 mm (19.52 in.) min. 496 mm (19.52 in.) min. 746 mm (29.37 in.) max. 833 mm (32.80 in.) max.

  • Page 40: Registering Your Device

    Item 50 in. Model 57 in. Model 931 mm (36.65 in.) 1021 mm (40.20 in.) 421 mm (16.57 in.) 421 mm (16.57 in.) 203 mm (7.99 in.) 203 mm (7.99 in.) Registering Your Device Help us better support you by completing our online registration today. • Register using the ActiveCaptain app. • Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. Motor Information...

  • Page 41: Specifications

    Specifications Trolling Motor Weight (motor, mount, and 50 in. model: 30.25 kg (66.7 lb.) cables) 57 in. model: 32.06 kg (70.7 lb.) Weight (stabilizer) 0.54 kg (1.2 lb.) Operating temperature From -5° to 40°C (from 32° to 104°F) Storage temperature From -40° to 85°C (-40° to 185°F) Mount and motor housing: aluminum Material Shaft cap, display panel, and side panels: plastic Motor shaft: fiberglass...

  • Page 42: Motor Thrust And Current-Draw Information

    You can refer to these tables to understand the relationship between the throttle level, output power, and current consumption of the motor. These values assume you are using an official Garmin high efficiency propeller, in relatively calm water, with the motor deployed deeply enough not to ventilate, and with tolerances of ±7 N (Newton) (5 lbf (pound-force)) and ±5 A.

  • Page 43: Remote Control

    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°...
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