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7. Inspect for tightness of all nuts, bolts and screws.
8. Recharge batteries after each use. Follow the battery manufacturer’s
recommendations for battery maintenance.
9. During freezing temperatures, when your electric motor is not being
used, it should be stored in an area where it will not freeze.
10. Never connect the wires to the wrong battery terminal. You must
disconnect the battery during maintenance.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Loss Of Power
Propeller may be damaged. Remove propeller, clean and replace.
Battery connections may be corroded.
Battery has low voltage. Recharge.
Battery may be faulty, recharge and check.
Insufficient cable size from battery to motor wiring, 13mm2 thickness /
6 gauge wire (AWG) recommended.
Bad or faulty connection in boat wiring or electric motor wiring.
Permanent magnet cracked or chipped. Motor will whine or grind.
Motor Makes Excessive Noise Or Vibration
Propeller may be damaged or unbalanced.
Check to see if propeller is secured.
Bent armature. Remove propeller, set at medium speed, turn unit on
and check for armature wobble.
Turn propeller by hand. It should turn freely with a slight magnetic drag.
Bearing bushes may be worn out.
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