ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF THE MOTOR
MOTOR ADJUSTMENTS
Adjusting the Depth of the Motor
When setting the depth be sure the top of the motor is submerged at least 12" to avoid churning or agitation of surface water. The
propeller must be completely submerged.
1
a.
With the motor deployed, firmly grasp the Outer
Shaft or Control Head and hold it steady.
b.
Loosen the Depth Adjustment Knob until the Shaft
slides freely.
c.
Raise or lower the motor to the desired depth.
d.
Turn the motor Control Head to the desired position.
e.
Tighten the Depth Adjustment Knob to secure the
motor in place.
NOTICE:
Be sure the top of the motor is submerged
at least 12" below the surface of the water to avoid
churning or agitation of surface water.
WARNING
The motor head will create a pinch point if the Depth
Adjustment Knob is loosened and the motor Control Head
slides to the top of the Mount. Grasp the Shaft and prevent
it from sliding all the way down to prevent the pinch point.
Grasp the motor away from the area that may come in
contact with another area of the motor to prevent injury.
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Depth
Depth
Adjustment
Adjustment
Knob
Knob
Motor Shaft
Motor Shaft
12" Minimum
12" Minimum
Depth
Depth
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Outer Shaft
Outer Shaft