Mount Installations; Transom Mount Installation; Twist Tiller Models; Using Quick Stow - MotorGuide Freshwater Owner's Instructions Manual

MOUNT INSTALLATIONS

Transom Mount Installation

CAUTION
When adjusting the tilt on your motor, keep your fingers
clear of the area between the column and bracket.
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Twist Tiller Models

1) Clamp screws – The clamp screws allow for easy
motor installation and removal. Mount your motor on
the transom, and then tighten the clamp screws
securely.
2) Tilt position pin – This pin allows you to adjust the
tilt of the motor.
3) Depth collar adjustment – The depth of the motor
can be adjusted up and down by loosening the depth
collar knob. The depth collar is located on the column
directly above the mount. After adjusting to the
position and depth desired, retighten the knob.
4) Steering tension adjustment – To adjust the
steering resistance, simply tighten or loosen the
tension knob.
5) Quick Stow – Comes standard on some saltwater
models only. A Quick Stow kit (MGA052B6) can be
purchased from a MotorGuide Service Dealer.
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03 Mount

Using Quick Stow

Quick Stow allows you to stow your motor vertically as you
move from spot to spot. To lock the trolling motor in a
raised position, loosen the steering tension knob and raise
the motor the full length of the column, then push the
Quick Stow lever up into the lock position. Leave the lever
unlocked while operating the motor.
The Quick Stow device is designed to be stiff to
ensure extended life without slipping. To make the
operation of Quick Stow easier:
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To loosen the Quick Stow, pull up on the column
while pushing down on the lever.
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To secure the Quick Stow, push down on the
column while pulling up on the lever.

Pontoon Mount Installation

Mounting Holes
1) Carefully select the area on the deck to install the
mount. Choose an area where the mount will provide
ample clearance for all of the motor positions
including the running and stowing positions.
2) Place the mount base on the surface of the boat deck
where it is to be mounted; use the mount base as a
template to mark the location of the holes.
3) Drill mounting holes with a (6.5 mm) ¼ inch drill bit
and clear the holes of any debris. Countersink the
holes (only on fiberglass boats) and again clear any
remaining debris from the holes.
4) Install the 4 stainless steel mounting bolts through
each of the bracket mounting holes.
5) Install the 4 stainless steel washers and nuts on the
bottom side of the deck and tighten securely.
6) The trolling motor can now be placed in the mount.
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