MINN KOTA Talon 12' Owner's Manual

MINN KOTA Talon 12' Owner's Manual

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12'/ 10'
OWNER'S
MANUAL
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©2014 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc.

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  • Page 1 12'/ 10' OWNER’S MANUAL minnkotamotors.com | 1 ©2014 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Comprehensive Five-Year Warranty ......3–4 Introduction ..............5 Getting Started .
  • Page 3: Comprehensive Five-Year Warranty

    Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that the purchaser’s entire Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor’s mechanical parts are free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within five (5) years after the date of purchase. Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc.
  • Page 4: Comprehensive Five-Year Warranty

    Minn Kota Authorized Service Center or by contacting the factory at 1-800-227-6433 or email service@minnkotamotors.com. NOTE: Do not return your Minn Kota product to your retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to repair or replace products.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW Thank you for purchasing the Minn Kota ® Talon shallow water anchor. This revolutionary shallow water anchor uses state-of-the-art technology to deliver unprecedented levels of boat control. Intuitive features and wireless control enable Talon to accurately position your boat and improve your bait presentation.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED USING YOUR REMOTE Your Talon comes direct from the factory with two remotes pre-programmed to your unit. Each remote includes a lanyard that may be attached to either end of the remote to suit your preference. The remote has two buttons: UP and DOWN. To Deploy: Press the DOWN button twice within ½...
  • Page 7: Using Your Talon

    USING YOUR TALON AUTO-DEPLOY/RETRACT DEPLOY Raising and lowering your Talon can be done wirelessly from anywhere in the boat using your remote or directly through the Depth of Deployment control panel. Two button presses (within ½ second) of the remote Indicator Lights DOWN button or one button press of the control panel...
  • Page 8: Depth Indication

    USING YOUR TALON DEPTH INDICATION DEPLOY Talon shows your deployed status of the anchor via the high visibility LED display on your control panel. It will display one light for every two feet of deployment and the current depth indicator will blink while in motion until it reaches the next full increment.
  • Page 9: Manual Retraction Procedure

    In the event of a power failure or other occurrence where the Talon cannot be retracted in the normal manner, your Talon can be manually retracted. Minn Kota recommends keeping a ⁄" socket and socket wrench in your boat, as they are required for the manual retraction procedure.
  • Page 10: Mode Functions

    USING YOUR TALON MODE FUNCTIONS STANDARD MODE No mode LED illuminated . Auto Deploy will initiate the 3-hit sequence with maximum down-force power. 3 SECONDS 3 SECONDS SOFT BOTTOM MODE Green mode LED illuminated . Auto Deploy will initiate a single hit sequence only, at reduced power. Talon is capable of anchoring in any condition IMPORTANT: and it is important to select the right anchoring mode.
  • Page 11: Deployment Notification Alarm

    USING YOUR TALON DEPLOYMENT NOTIFICATION ALARM The Deployment Notification Alarm will emit a tone each time you turn the ignition key to the ON position if the anchor is not retracted. This alarm reminds you that your Talon is still deployed. Taking off with the Talon in the deployed position could cause damage to your anchor or boat which will not be covered by warranty.
  • Page 12: Removal And Storage

    USING YOUR TALON REMOVAL AND STORAGE If needed, your Talon can be easily removed from the Transom Bracket. TO REMOVE 1. Prior to removal, make sure the Talon is fully retracted, and the power cable is completely free from all routing restraints and fully disconnected from power.
  • Page 13: Service And Maintenance

    CLEANING THE UNIT Minn Kota recommends as part of your normal routine, to rinse the Talon to minimize any build up on the anchor. Following one of the rinse practices listed below is recommended after every use.
  • Page 14: Replacing The Spike

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE SPIKE The spike for your Talon comes with a lifetime guarantee, with two years of labor covered for repair. See the warranty section of the manual for further details. TO REPLACE Tools Required: Pin Punch ⁄" •...
  • Page 15: Fuse Reset

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE FUSE RESET To reset the 30A in-line fuse, the following steps should be taken. The 30A fuse is located 6" from the positive battery terminal. 1. Remove the protective housing from the fuse holder, exposing the 30A fuse. 2.
  • Page 16: Rigging Accessories

    RIGGING ACCESSORIES ADAPTER BRACKETS CHOOSING YOUR BRACKET Selecting the right Talon bracket is as easy as 1–2…well that’s it. FLAT TRANSOM CURVED TRANSOM CURVED TRANSOM JUST ANSWER THESE TWO QUESTIONS No Adapter Needed. All hardware included for TO FIND THE BRACKET YOU NEED direct-to-transom installation.
  • Page 17: Adapter Brackets And Rigging Accessories

    RIGGING ACCESSORIES ADAPTER BRACKETS AND RIGGING ACCESSORIES SIDE-MOUNTED JACK PLATE SANDWICH-STYLE ADAPTER BRACKETS ADAPTER BRACKET (1810300) (PORT—1810302 / STARBOARD—1810303) Mount Talon directly to the side of your jack plate, Mount Talon between your jack plate and on either the port or starboard side of your boat. transom OR between the outboard and transom, select model for either the port or starboard side of your boat.
  • Page 18: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES QUICK RELEASE HANDLES (1810232) QUICK DISCONNECT PLUG (1810240) The Talon Quick Release Handles will allow The Talon Quick Disconnect Plug works well you to quickly remove your Talon when not with the Quick Release Handles accessory for in use, and/or adjust the height of Talon those who want to be able to easily remove without the use of hand tools.
  • Page 19: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES TALON FOOT SWITCH (1810256) SECURITY LOCK KIT/ADAPTER BRACKET LOCK (1810243) This simple wireless switch lets you These custom stainless steel locks easily raise and lower the spike. Control protect Talon from theft or tampering, and up to two (2) Talons (independently or can only be opened with the included unique simultaneously) from the waterproof switch, cut key.
  • Page 20: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Reference chart on page 21–22. 20 | minnkotamotors.com ©2014 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc.
  • Page 21 PARTS LIST ITEM NUMBER QUANTITY PART NUMBER(S) PART NAME 2040340 SCOTCHLOK CONNECTOR 2052510 CLAMP CABLE, 3/16" 2223100 5/16-18 NYLOCK, SS 2227304 BUSHING-HAT 1/2" SHAFT BRONZE 2263434 #8-18 X 1 SS PPH 2283410 SCREW, 1/4-20 X 3/4 FLAT 2303434 SCREW, #8-32 X 5/8 PPMS SS 2305404 SHRINK TUBE, .374 ID X 1.0"...
  • Page 22 PARTS LIST ITEM NUMBER QUANTITY PART NUMBER(S) PART NAME 2378031 TILT BRACKET, MACHINED, TALON 2 2378231 RESETTABLE FUSE - 30A 2378448 .187 X .125 MAGNET 2378514 POWER CORD, 14AWG, 3 CONDUCTOR 2378601 POP RIVET, 1/8" SS 2378809 WATER SHIELD, DEFLECTOR TALON 2 2378850 WIRE LOOM 3/8"...
  • Page 23 PARTS LIST Reference chart on page 24. minnkotamotors.com | 23 ©2014 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc.
  • Page 24: Parts List

    PARTS LIST ITEM NUMBER QUANTITY PART NUMBER(S) PART NAME 2333101 NUT, 10-24 NYLOK 18-8 SS 2370832 C-CLIP, 3/8 LOW CLEARANCE SS 2370850 CABLE-KEEPER 2371981 WIPER, RETAINER 2372007 SPIKE, .75 X 48.3", 10' SPIKE, .75" x 56.4", 8/12' 2372008 2372316 SHAFT, IDLER 2372643 PIN, SPRING 1/8 X 1.0 SS 2372645...
  • Page 25: Compliance Statements

    COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE STATEMENT It is the intention of Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. to be a responsible corporate citizen, operating in compliance with known and applicable environmental regulations, and a good neighbor in the communities where we make or sell our products. WEEE DIRECTIVE EU Directive 2002/96/EC “Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)”...
  • Page 26: Compliance Statements

    COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 27 NOTES minnkotamotors.com | 27 ©2014 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc.
  • Page 28 SHALLOW WATER ANCHOR MINN KOTA CONSUMER 121 Power Drive & TECHNICAL SERVICE. Mankato, MN 56001 P.O. Box 8129 Phone (800) 227-6433 Mankato, MN 56002 Fax (800) 527-4464 2377158 Rev E ECN 35856 08/14...

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