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GEO-SPOT GPS BOW MOUNT ELECTRIC MOTORS OWNERS MANUAL GEO-SPOT 80LB/66” (55317) GEO-SPOT 80LB/72” (55320) GEO-SPOT 80LB/78” (55321) Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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Please read this manual completely before starting installation and using the electric motor. 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...
NAV SENSOR OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS .........41 HOW TO PAIR THE REMOTE CONTROL TO THE MOTOR .....42-44 FOOT PEDAL CONTROL ( OPTIONAL ACCESSORY ) ......45 RECOMMENDATIONS ................46 MAINTENANCE ..................47 TROUBLESHOOTING ................48-50 SERVICING ...................51 SPECIFICATION CHARTS ..............52-54 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ..............55 SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LISTS ............56-67 www.watersnake.com.au...
KNOW YOUR BOAT Gunwale Starboard Stern Port Keel Gunwale Stern Hull Outboard Inboard Starboard Port Stern / Transom Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
Head unit control x 1 Coiled data cable Multi adjustable depth collar Bracket 3 Bladed Propeller x1 316 Stainless steel shaft Propeller shear pin x 1 Propeller nut x 1 Propeller wrench x1 Motor Nav Sensor x1 Assembly Unit www.watersnake.com.au...
• 12v deep cycle x 2 or LiFePO4 12v batteries x 2 or LiFePO4 24v battery x 1 (your Watersnake motor is not designed for use with car / truck / motorcycle or marine cranking batteries) – for more information about appropriate batteries for your Watersnake motor, refer to page 18.
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Do not overtighten the screws. PLEASE NOTE: Watersnake accepts no liability for personal injury or property damage caused while fi tting this motor. Please wear appropriate protective clothing and eyewear/face protection. Avoid contacting and/or inhaling fi breglass dust or aluminium shavings.
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BOLT HOLE POSITIONS MOUNTING PLATE BOLT HOLE POSITIONAL. There are pre threaded holes for easy installation of the optional Watersnake quick release nylon or alloy brackets. Through hole Through hole Threaded hole Threaded hole Through hole Through hole Threaded hole...
PLEASE NOTE: Your Watersnake motor does not come supplied with any mounting hardware. Mounting hardware is only included with the optional Watersnake quick release brackets PLEASE NOTE: Watersnake accepts no liability for personal injury or property damage caused while fi...
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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.
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.
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Duralac or a similar product to prevent corrosion. (Including the threads ) Alternativly you could coat the bolts and threads with a threadlocker to help prevent corrosion and them loosening over time. Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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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.
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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.
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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. www.watersnake.com.au...
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INSTALLATION OPTIONAL ALLOY QUICK-RELEASE BRACKET TOP PLATE ATTACH TO YOUR MOTOR BOTTOM PLATE ATTACH TO YOUR BOAT Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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.
BEST PRACTICES INSTALLING AND CONNECTING YOUR STEALTH MOTOR 1. Your Watersnake motor is designed to be powered by two 12v deep cycle or LifePO4 batteries that should output no more than 30v. If the voltage input to your Watersnake motor exceeds 30v it may damage the sensitive electronics and void your warranty.
You can charge your batteries via an alternator or solar system, so long as the voltage input to the Watersnake motor does not exceed 30v whilst the batteries are being charged. If you are unsure about the voltage that your motor is receiving, consult a marine auto electrician.
• Your Watersnake comes factory-fi tted with a standard length of twin fl ex wiring with ring terminals to attach to the batteries. • Before connecting the motor’s cables to the batteries terminals, ensure all switches are in the OFF position and stand clear of the propeller.
• Fully charged 2 x12v deep cycle or 2 x 12v LiFePO4 batteries or 1 x 24v 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 •...
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.
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STEP 4: 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. www.watersnake.com.au...
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( 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 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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...
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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 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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While storing your motor after your boating trip it is recommended to disconnect it from the batteries. PLEASE NOTE: Watersnake Distribution Pty Ltd accepts no liability for injury or damage caused by the incorrect deployment or stowing of this motor. www.watersnake.com.au...
To ensure ultimate reliability, keep spare batteries and suitable screwdriver on board. • 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.
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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. www.watersnake.com.au...
BEFORE EACH USE • Ensure that your Watersnake GPS motor is securely attached to your boat. • Ensure the 2 x 12v deep cycle or 2 x 12v LiFePO4 or 1 x 24v LiFePO4 batteries are fully charged. (Your Watersnake GPS motor is not designed to be used with a car/truck starting batteries).
• 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 fi tted with a tilt switch that prevents the motor from running unless it is in the deployed (vertical) position.
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Red Key 3 for two seconds, then release and the screen illuminates. Motor unit should respond with “shave-and-a-haircut” pairing signal. Status light GREEN. Red Key Hold on! Just a few more things... Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
Keys • Using the blue arrow down key, scroll down to boat size and confi gure 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...
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• 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 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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• 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.
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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.)
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Up or Speed down keys ( Keys 7 and 11 ). Speed over ground will increase or decrease by 0.2kmh for every keystroke. Note: Cruise function cannot be started when propeller is not turning. Cruise function can be operated simultaneously with Navigate mode or Course/Heading mode. www.watersnake.com.au...
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NOTE: You may record a track while your Watersnake GPS is simultaneously in Cruise Mode ( Key 12 ) and Heading/Course Mode. NOTE: Anchor Mode and Track Record cannot operate simultaneously. Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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Spot or 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. Maintain a safe speed and keep a proper lookout at all times when in Navigate Mode.
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Anchor Mode, eg, to fi ght and land a fi sh. To rejoin your track, press Navigate again, select your track number, Confi rm, apply power and your Watersnake GPS will take you back to the closest point on your track and then resume navigation.
– 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 www.watersnake.com.au...
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 Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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After entering the settings menu the Pairing option will already be selected. 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. www.watersnake.com.au...
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2 and 5. If you are continuing to have trouble connecting your motor to the remote please contact watersnake by fi lling out the contact us form on the watersnake website. https://www.watersnake.com.au/pages/contact Alternativly you can also scan this QR code to be taken to the contact form.
(4) Momentary/constant switch. Toggling this switch alternately allows the user to apply power momentarily, whenever the power button (3) is held down (adjacent red LED is lit), or constantly, without touching power button (adjacent green LED is also illuminated). (5) Variable speed control dial. www.watersnake.com.au...
Wipe over with a soft, dry cloth. • Store your Watersnake motor disconnected from its batteries. • If boat is stored outdoors, remove Watersnake and store securely indoors in a cool, dry place.
• 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. www.watersnake.com.au...
NO POWER / REDUCED POWER NOTE – Your Watersnake motor is fi tted 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).
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• 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 www.watersnake.com.au...
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If an error message is displayed on the Remote Control unit unit, an error has occurred with the motor control system. Please note the contents of the error message and/or photograph the FOB display message and contact Watersnake Service via the website contact centre (https://www.jarviswalker.com.au/ contact) to receive more detailed instructions on how the problem can be resolved.
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 fi nd up to date contact details on our website.
2 x 12 volt deep cycle or 2 x 12v LiFePO4 or 1 x 24v LiFePO4 battery that will be appropriate for your situation. Your Watersnake Geo Spot motor is fi tted with built in voltage protection, current protection and overheating temperature control. The use of a circuit breaker is not required.
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2 x 12 volt deep cycle or 2 x 12v LiFePO4 or 1 x 24v LiFePO4 battery that will be appropriate for your situation. Your Watersnake Geo Spot motor is fi tted with built in voltage protection, current protection and overheating temperature control. The use of a circuit breaker is not required.
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2 x 12 volt deep cycle or 2 x 12v LiFePO4 or 1 x 24v LiFePO4 battery that will be appropriate for your situation. Your Watersnake Geo Spot motor is fi tted with built in voltage protection, current protection and overheating temperature control. The use of a circuit breaker is not required.
SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55317 WATERSNAKE GEO SPOT 80LB / 66” MODEL Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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PART NO. TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE STEALTH PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au PART NO. www.watersnake.com.au...
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SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55317 WATERSNAKE GEO SPOT 80LB / 66” MODEL Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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PART NO. TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE STEALTH PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au www.watersnake.com.au...
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SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55320 WATERSNAKE GEO SPOT 80LB / 72” MODEL Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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PART NO. TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE STEALTH PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au PART NO. www.watersnake.com.au...
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SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55320 WATERSNAKE GEO SPOT 80LB / 72” MODEL Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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PART NO. TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE STEALTH PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au www.watersnake.com.au...
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SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55321 WATERSNAKE GEO SPOT 80LB / 78” MODEL Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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PART NO. TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE STEALTH PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au PART NO. www.watersnake.com.au...
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SCHEMATICS AND PARTS LIST 55321 WATERSNAKE GEO SPOT 80LB / 78” MODEL Watersnake Geo-Spot 80LB Bow Mount Motor Manual ( Ver.1)
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PART NO. TO ORDER YOUR WATERSNAKE STEALTH PARTS, VISIT: www.anglerscentral.com.au www.watersnake.com.au...
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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...
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