Foot pedal operation, Turning the foot pedal on-off, Direction control – MotorGuide Wireless User Manual
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Section 4 - Trolling Motor Operation
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IMPORTANT: When adjusting the motor depth, ensure the lower unit is fully submerged a minimum of 30 cm (12 in.) to avoid
propeller cavitation.
1. Firmly grasp the column with one hand while loosening the depth collar knob so that the column moves freely.
a -
Depth collar knob
b -
Depth collar
2. Raise or lower the column to the desired depth. Tighten the depth collar knob to secure the column.
Foot Pedal Operation
!
WARNING
Rotating propellers can cause serious injury or death. Never start or operate the motor out of water.
To operate the foot pedal, activate the foot pedal electronic ID. Refer to Section 3 - Activating the Wireless Foot Pedal or
Handheld Remote
.
Wireless foot pedal
a -
"LEFT" button
b -
"–" button ‑ slower
c -
"ON‑OFF" button
d -
"+" button ‑ faster
e -
"RIGHT" button
Turning the Foot Pedal On‑Off
Press the center "ON‑OFF" button. A short beep indicates the foot pedal is turned on; a long beep indicates the foot pedal is turned
off.
Direction Control
Press the "LEFT" or "RIGHT" buttons on the foot pedal to steer the boat. Each button press steers the motor left or right an
additional 9°. Depressing the button constantly will rapidly steer the motor in the direction selected.
Speed Control
!
WARNING
Avoid possible serious injury from unexpected acceleration and boat movement when activating the trolling motor. When using
the foot‑pedal, the motor will start up at the last selected speed and course settings. Before pressing the foot‑pedal, hold on to
a seat or handhold, and advise passengers to do the same.
Press the "+" and "–" buttons on the foot pedal to control motor speed. A short beep will sound each time either button is pushed.
Depressing the "+" or "–" buttons constantly will rapidly increase or decrease the speed of the motor. Upon reaching the minimum
or maximum speed, the foot pedal will no longer beep.
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