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MINN KOTA Riptide SF User Manual

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Master User Manual for
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note
do not return your minn kota motor to your
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retailer
our retailer is not authorized to repair
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or replace this unit
ou may obtain service by
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: 1-800-227-6433
calling minn kota at
1-507-345-4623;
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returning your motor to the minn kota factory
;
service center
•
sending or taking your motor to any minn kota
authorized service center on enclosed list
please include proof of purchase
and purchase date for warranty service with any
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of the above options
serial number
purchase date
PLEASE THOROUGHLY READ THIS USER MANU-
AL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND HEED ALL
SAFETY & CAUTIONARY NOTICES BELOW. USE OF
THIS MOTOR IS ONLY PERMITTED FOR PERSONS
THAT HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THESE USER
INSTRUCTIONS. MINORS MAY USE THIS MOTOR ONLY
UNDER ADULT SUPERVISION.
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or
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serial number
HAND CONTROL
RIPTIDE SF
BOW MOUNT
SALTWATER
MOTORS
Gas Assist
Circuit Breaker
Battery Information
Battery Connection
Wiring Diagram
Propeller Replacement
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Features
Assembly
Installation
Operation
Cautions
Maximizer
Warranty
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  • Page 1 RIPTIDE SF Master User Manual for note do not return your minn kota motor to your retailer our retailer is not authorized to repair or replace this unit ou may obtain service by • : 1-800-227-6433 calling minn kota at 1-507-345-4623;...
  • Page 2 RIPTIDE OVERVIEW Tilt Twist Tiller Extension & 6” Handle Advanced Saltwater Corrosion Protection: Battery Meter 3-mil acrylic paint E-coated epoxy Chromate conversion coat 7-step cleaning process Premium marine alloy 6” Maximizer / Permanently Sealed Electronics Adjustable Depth Collar (On select models) Steering Tension Knob BowGuard 360°®...
  • Page 3 outer arm ASSEMBLY OF MOTOR TO MOUNT: • Install pin and Phillips flat head screws 1. Place the mount on an elevated surface such as a work- • Tighten screws until the heads are flush with the bench or tailgate of pickup. outer arm 2.
  • Page 4 INSTALLATION OF THE BOWMOUNT: • Make sure the motor rest is positioned far enough We recommend that you have another person help with this beyond the edge of the boat. The motor, as it is lowered procedure. into the water or raised into the boat, must not encounter 1.
  • Page 5 INSTALLING THE BOWMOUNT STABILIZER: (if Included) 1. Place motor in the stowed position 2. Unthread the composite rod from the bracket and attach bracket to the bottom of the bowguard using the 5/16” cap screws and nuts. The nuts fit into pocket on the inside of the bowguard behind the spring. NOTE: The bracket can be installed on the left or right side of the bowguard.

  • Page 6: Bow Mount Operation

    and the retangular ring / Velcro® secures the motor. BOW MOUNT OPERATION: • Pull the rope to release the lock bar, which automatically • The bow mount is designed to fold back and lock the engages when the unit is lowered or raised into position. motor flat on deck when not in use.

  • Page 7: Steering Adjustment

    OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT CONT’D: NOTE: When setting the depth be sure the top of the Depth Adjustment motor is submerged at least 12” to avoid churning or agitation of surface water. The propeller must be com- • Firmly grasp the outer shaft or control head and hold it pletely submerged.

  • Page 8: Gas Assist Lift Mechanism

    GAS ASSIST LIFT MECHANISM: WARNING: The gas assist lift mechanism in this unit is under HIGH SPRING PRESSURE when the motor is in the deployed position. DO NOT remove the BowGuard assembly from the mount without discon- necting one end of the gas spring. Failure to do this can create a condition where accidental pulling of the rope may cause the mount to spring open rapidly, striking anyone or anything in the direct path.
  • Page 9 Attention: •Avoid running your motor with the propeller outside of the water. This may result in injuries from the rotating propeller. •It is recommended to set the speed selector to zero and place the motor in the deployed position prior to con- necting power cables.

  • Page 10: Battery Information

    If you are using a crank battery to start a gasoline out- board, we recommend that you use a separate deep cycle marine battery/batteries for your Minn Kota trolling motor. Advice regarding batteries: Never connect the (+) and the (–) terminals of the bat- tery together.
  • Page 11 12-24-36 VOLT VARIABLE SPEED MODELS THIS IS A UNIVERSAL MULTI-VOLTAGE DIAGRAM. DOUBLE CHECK YOUR MOTORS VOLTAGE FOR PROPER CONNECTIONS Over-Current Protection Devices not shown in illustrations. CONTROL BOARD/ CARTE DE COMMANDE BLACK/NOIR M - SPEED ADJUSTMENT KNOB MOLETTE DE REGLAGE DE LA VITESSE BATTERY GAUGE/ VOLTMéTRE RED/ROUGE B+...

  • Page 12: Propeller Replacement

    • Turn the old prop to horizontal ( as illustrated ) and pull it PROPELLER REPLACEMENT: straight off. If drive pin falls out, push it back in. • Align new propeller with drive pin. • Disconnect motor from battery prior to changing the pro- •...

  • Page 13: Maintenance Of The Product

    6. Keep battery terminals clean with fine sandpaper or MAINTENANCE OF THE PRODUCT: emery cloth. 1. After use, these units should be rinsed with fresh water, 7. The weedless wedge propeller is designed to provide then wiped down with a cloth dampened with an aque- absolute weed free operation with very high efficiency.

  • Page 14: Repair And Troubleshooting

    AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS Minn Kota has over 300 authorized service centers in the United States and Canada where you can purchase parts or get your products repaired. Please visit www.minnkotamotors.com and click on “Service Center Locator” under the “Service” tab to locate a service center in your area.
  • Page 15 RT80/SF 24 Volt and This page provides MinnKota® WEEE compliance disassembly instructions. For more information about where you should dispose of your waste equipment for recycling and recovery and/or your European Union RT101/SF 36 Volt member state requirements, please contact your dealer or distributor from which your product was purchased. Tools required: Flat head screw driver, Phillips screw driver, Socket set, Pliers, Wire cutters.
  • Page 16 Please use the correct part numbers from the parts list. Payment for any parts ordered from the MINN KOTA parts department, may be by cash, personal check, Discover Card, MasterCard or VISA. To order, call 1-800-227-6433 or FAX 1-800-527-4464.
  • Page 17 Fuera de los Estados Unidos, consultar la lista anexa para ubicar el Centro de servicio autorizado MINN KOTA. No dejar de incluir el número del MODELO y el número de SERIE del motor para el cual se solicitan las piezas. Usar siempre los números de pieza correctos indicados en la lista de piezas.
  • Page 18 To obtain warranty service in the U.S., the motor or part er’s Minn Kota® trolling motor is free from defects in mate- believed to be defective, and proof of original purchase...

  • Page 19: Environmental Compliance Statement

    Minn Kota motors are not subject to the disposal regulations EAG-VO (electric devices directive) that implements the WEEE directive. Nevertheless never dispose of your Minn Kota motor in a garbage bin but at the proper place of collection of your local town council.
  • Page 20 Minn Kota accessories available for your motor. Power Center Portable Chargers Quick Plugs Extension Handles Visit our website at www.minnkotamotors.com © 2010 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. P/N 2287101 REV. H ECN 33016 3-11...

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