Watersnake GPSmart Owner's Manual

Watersnake GPSmart Owner's Manual

Watersnake gpsmart bow mount gps electric motor

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GPS
MART
BOW MOUNT GPS ELECTRIC MOTOR
OWNERS MANUAL
Includes quick release mount and 2 fobs.
Anchor locations can be adjusted in precise 5-ft increments.
Automatic compensation for wind, waves and cross current.

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  • Page 1 MART BOW MOUNT GPS ELECTRIC MOTOR OWNERS MANUAL Includes quick release mount and 2 fobs. Anchor locations can be adjusted in precise 5-ft increments. Automatic compensation for wind, waves and cross current.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Route Mode - Re-calling Calibrations Centering, Manual Compass Calibration Calibrations Automatic Compass Calibration Wireless Control FOB Replacing battery Wireless Control FOB Programming new Wireless FOB, Erasing FOB memory Maintenance Storage Maintenance Troubleshooting Guide Spare Parts Schematic Accessories Watersnake Motor Accessories Notes Watersnake...
  • Page 3: Specifications

    WATERSNAKE ELECTRIC MOTORS Congratulations and welcome to a world of silent motoring. Powerful yet silent, the Watersnake electric motors are built to suit all angling conditions. High quality materials, superior design and precision engineering make these motors longwearing and reliable.
  • Page 4: General Information

    In extreme cases this could lead to injury or even death. It is recommended that a trained technician install the Watersnake GPSMART Motor. Improper installation can lead to poor performance, injury or even death. It is the responsibility of the installer to verify proper installation.
  • Page 5 MART Head unit Remote control unit. Depth adjustment collar Quick lock and release lever Handle Integrated quick release bracket Composite shaft Motor Assembly unit Weedless propeller www.watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 6: Installation

    Push steel locking wire into locking plate Bottom plate (Attach to boat) Locking wire. Plates fitted and locked together. PLEASE NOTE: Watersnake Distribution accepts no liability for injury or damage caused while drilling/mounting this motor. Please wear appropriate protective clothing and eyewear/ face shield. Watersnake...
  • Page 7 Done properly the unit cannot deploy. Warning: Failure to secure the unit with the depth adjustment collar when stowed can result in accidental deployment during extremely rough pounding seas which will not be covered by the warranty. www.watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 8 2: Align the propeller against the shear pin on the shaft (there is a groove on the back of the propeller which the shear pin needs to slot into) and then tighten the propeller nut securely. Shear Pin Propeller Propeller Shaft Propeller Watersnake...
  • Page 9: Electrical Installation

    BASIC INSTALLATION Your Watersnake GPSmart system is provided with a factory installed 6’ power cord with 5/16”ring terminals for connection to breaker/battery terminals or power lugs. Please note that it is mandatory to install a fuse or breaker protection for the system circuit.
  • Page 10 24v, 50A rated receptacle, and optionally a permanently installed 24v battery charger as per the following wiring schematic. If you plan to attempt a complete installation yourself, please feel free to contact your nearest Watersnake dealer for additional guidance and information. Watersnake...
  • Page 11: Modes Of Operation

    GPS fix. GPS accuracy will continue to improve for several minutes after being powered up. It is suggested that you power up the GPSmart early in the trip so that it will achieve maximum accuracy before being used.
  • Page 12: Modes Of Operation

    The unit will emit 1 “beep” to indicate that it has entered Manual Mode. In the MANUAL MODE the GPSmart motor system behaves much like a conventional trolling motor, by allowing the user to control the direction and thrust level using the directional controls on the wireless fob.
  • Page 13: Anchor Mode

    5 seconds. The buttons can then be released and your boat will be anchored at this newly recorded site. The motor will emit a 1 second “beep” to indicate that the anchor site has been successfully saved. www.watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 14 (multiple consecutive beeps) to indicate that the anchor site has been successfully retrieved. The motor will emit two “growls” and exit if there is no active last memory location or the boat is not within 1 mile of the previous location. Watersnake...
  • Page 15 In this mode, the steering is automatic, but the thrust level is user selected. In extreme wind or current it is necessary for the user to select a speed setting with adequate thrust to overcome the disturbances and remain“on-track”. www.watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 16 Simply use the route storing procedure above and the system will accurately record your route at speeds of up to 60 knots. For safety, the thruster and steering motors will be disabled as long as the system is in the stowed position. Watersnake...
  • Page 17 The motor will calculate a beeline to the nearest point on the route. Make sure there are no obstructions between you and the route prior to recalling it. www.watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 18: Calibrations

    COMPASS MANUAL CALIBRATION (Recommended) Note: Performing a compass calibration procedure is recommended as part of the installation process to improve the accuracy of the GPSmart motor. It will account for magnetic errors that can occur if the system is mounted close to other metallic objects (i.e.
  • Page 19: Calibrations

    Manual Calibration” will provide a more accurate correction and is preferred. Performing a compass calibration procedure is recommended as part of the installation process to improve the accuracy of the GPSmart motor. It will account for magnetic errors that can occur if the system is mounted close to other metallic objects (i.e.
  • Page 20 If this switch is accidentally pressed, or the unit does not respond to fob commands after replacing a battery, please contact your nearest Watersnake dealer for further assistance. 5. Reinstall the circuit board in the back half of the fob shell, taking care to make sure it is properly positioned in the shell.
  • Page 21: Wireless Control Fob

    5. The system will sound a long beep indicating that all fobs have been erased frommemory. If this step is being performed because of concerns about a defective fob, it will be necessary to remove the batteries from all fobs in question prior to completing this process. www.watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 22: Maintenance

    • Never use chemicals (alcohol, solvents, and acids) on any of the system components. • Use a Vinyl UV protector periodically on the power cables to avoid excessive sun damage. • Periodically check for loose connections and/or excessive corrosion.is ready to be used. Watersnake...
  • Page 23 The above reference is included to assist you in troubleshooting some basic issues that you might encounter. At any time should you have a question or concern about the function of your GPSmart Motor, please feel free to contact your nearest Watersnake dealer.
  • Page 24 Watersnake...
  • Page 25: Accessories

    Watersnake Propeller Kits (Sold Separately) Watersnake Propeller kits contain a propeller, nut and shear pins. It is recommended you keep a spare propeller on your boat at all times. The Mini 2- Bladed Kit is suitable for the T-18 and T-24 motors. The 2-Bladed Propeller Kit is suitable for 28lb, 30lb and 34lb motors.
  • Page 26 Having other devices hooked up to your motor battery can cause power surges. Watersnake Fuse Kits come supplied with a 50 amp fuse and are completely waterproof. These simple to install kits are an essential accessory for your motor.
  • Page 27: Notes

    NOTES: www.watersnake.com.au...
  • Page 28: Spare Parts

    297-305 South Gippsland Highway Dandenong South, Victoria 3175 Australia ACN: 143 230 175 Watersnake and Jarvis Marine are registered ® ® trademarks of Watersnake Distribution Pty. Ltd. © 2013 Watersnake Distribution Pty. Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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