MotorGuide Saltwater - Manual (Page 36)

MAINTENANCE
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Refer to the Maintenance—Inspection and Maintenance Schedule
section and complete the appropriate care instructions to prepare your
trolling motor for storage. Store the trolling motor in a dry location where
it will not be affected by temperatures below ‑29 °C (‑20 °F).
IMPORTANT: Trolling motors stored in temperatures below 0 °C
(32 °F) should be operated slowly for a minimum of 15 minutes before
going above 30% operation.
Battery Inspection
The battery should be inspected at periodic intervals to ensure proper
trolling motor operation.
IMPORTANT: Read the safety and maintenance instructions which
accompany your battery.
1. Ensure that the battery is secured to the vessel.
2. Ensure that the battery cable terminals are clean, tight, and
correctly installed. For installation instructions, refer to Wiring and
Battery
.
3. Ensure that the battery is equipped with a battery box to prevent
accidental shorting of the battery terminals.
Propeller Replacement
!
WARNING
Performing service or maintenance without first disconnecting the
battery can cause product damage, personal injury, or death due to
fire, explosion, electrical shock, or unexpected motor starting. Always
disconnect the battery cables from the battery before maintaining,
servicing, installing, or removing motor components.
REMOVING THE PROPELLER
1. Disconnect the battery cables from the power source.
2. While holding the propeller blade with one hand, use a propeller
wrench or pliers to remove the propeller nut.
IMPORTANT: If the propeller cannot be removed easily, hold one
blade and use a rubber mallet to lightly tap the backside of the opposite
blade. If the propeller cannot be removed, refer to Troubleshooting.