Adjusting The Motor Depth; Trolling Motor Operation; Directional Indicator - MotorGuide Freshwater Owner's Instructions Manual

Adjusting the Motor Depth

Depth
Adjustment
Collar
Breakaway
Tension Knob
Hand Operated Motors – Loosen the depth adjustment
collar so the motor column moves freely up and down.
Raise or lower the motor column until the propeller blades
are submerged (15 to 30 cm) 6 to 12 inches below the
water surface and tighten the collar.
Foot Operated Motors - Loosen the bracket door knob so
the column moves freely up and down. Raise or lower the
motor column until the propeller blades are submerged (15
to 30 cm) 6 to 12 inches below the water surface and
tighten the door.
Adjust the breakaway knobs on the side of the
mount so the motor will breakaway when
encountering underwater obstacles. Do not over-tighten
or lubricate the breakaway handle.
Special Note for the 07 Standard Bow Mount:
It is normal for the bow arms to bend out slightly and
flex when the motor is in the stow position. The
mount is designed this way to keep pressure on the
trolling motor during rough water situations.
The Tie-Down Strap is required to completely
secure the motor. A Tie Down Strap can be
ordered through a MotorGuide Service Dealer, part
number # MGA029B6.
Special Note for the 16 Bow Mount
It is normal for the motor column to bend slightly in
the stow position. The mount is designed this way to keep
pressure on the trolling motor during rough water
situations.
90-MM6900
Steering
Tension Knob
Bracket Door
Knob

TROLLING MOTOR OPERATION

Directional Indicator

!
WARNING
Do not operate the trolling motor while it is out of
the water. Keep clear of the propeller. A rotating
propeller can cause personal injury.
Directional Indicator
Directional
Indicator
Arrows
a
A
CENTER
The indicator provides directional information at a glance:
A) Straight Ahead – Foot pedal in middle
B) Right Turn – Toe down; motor steers boat to
right (continue to push all the way down for
reverse).
C) Left Turn – Heel down; motor steers boat to left
(continue to press all the way down for reverse).
Motor in
Reverse
b c
C
B
REVERSE REVERSE
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