DAVIS Handi-Mate User Manual
Key features, One-year warranty, Replacement parts
#1440
Handi-Mate
#1441
Handi-Mate
Swivel
KEY FEATURES
• Lightweight—only 16 ounces (0.45 kg)
• Non-slip comfort grip
• Easy to install and operate
• Tough polycarbonate head simply clamps over existing grip
• Access hole for kill button
• Loosen knob to remove
• Does not affect throttle tension adjustment
• Extends handle from 30–47" (.76–1.19 meters)
• Depress button and align proper hole for desired length;
turn locking knob to secure
• Anodized aluminum, stainless steel hardware—
no parts to rust or corrode
Special Features of the HANDI-MATE SWIVEL,
the latest model of the popular Handi-Mate
™
outboard motor extension handle:
• With "Swivel Lock," can be used as a straight steering unit
or as a swivel unit while trolling
• To steer with the swivel, simply push or pull on the exten-
sion handle; to change to locked position, press a button
and pull tube until it latches
ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
We warrant our products to be free of defects in material and
workmanship for one year from the date of original purchase.
Write for full warranty details.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Part No.
Description
R1440A
Handi-Mate Knob
R1440B
Handi-Mate Body
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
For all Handi-Mate Models:
1. Place motor in neutral.
2. Loosen knob and push handle head over throttle grip.
3. Tighten knob to secure head to grip. Be sure to leave room
for thumb access to kill button. Do not over tighten.
4. Should excessive torque be required to operate throttle,
have your marine dealer adjust throttle tension linkage.
5. Rinse after each use with clean water and wipe dry to help
insure years of trouble-free use.
6. Use extra caution when operating the handle the first few
times in order to get the feel. Avoid excessive speed.
7. Length can be adjusted by depressing button and aligning
with proper hole for desired length.
Caution: Do not try adjusting length while underway.
For Handi-Mate Swivel:
The Handi-Mate with “Swivel Lock” may be used as a straight
steering unit or as a swivel unit while trolling.
To steer with the swivel:
Stop the boat. Press the stainless steel button to change from
locked position to swivel. Then simply push or pull on the
Handi-Mate extension handle while trolling.
To change from swivel to lock position:
Stop the boat. Press the stainless steel button located 2 inch-
es (5 cm) from the clamping body, then push the tube into the
body until it latches in the open hole.
Steering with the swivel engaged should be limited to
trolling speeds. Do not operate at high speed without first
locking into rigid position.
CAUTION
3465 Diablo Avenue, Hayward, CA 94545, U.S.A.
Phone (510) 732-9229 • Fax (510) 732-9188
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07395.175, Rev. C Print February 2011