Using And Adjusting The Motor; Adjusting The Depth Of The Motor; Adjusting The Steering - MINN KOTA RIPTIDE TRANSOM Mode D'emploi

USING & ADJUSTING THE MOTOR

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. Firmly grasp the composite shaft and hold it steady.
2. Loosen the steering tension knob and depth collar knob until the shaft
slides freely.
3. Raise or lower the motor to the desired depth.
4. Tighten depth collar knob to secure the motor in place.
CAUTION:
• Never operate your motor when it is out of the water.
• Over-tightening the clamp screws can damage the bracket.

ADJUSTING THE STEERING

• Adjust the steering tension knob to provide enough tension to allow the
motor to turn freely, yet remain in any position without being held
• Tighten the knob to place the motor in a preset position to leave your
hands free for fi shing.
ADJUSTING THE BRACKET
You can lock your motor in a vertical position, angle it for shallow water or tilt it completely out of the water.
1. Firmly grasp the control head or composite shaft.
2. Press the tilt lever toward the shaft and hold to release the detent lock or T-bar to adjust the position of the mounting bracket.
3. Tilt to any of the positions on the mounting bracket.
4. Release the tilt lever.
STOWING THE MOTOR
1. Adjust depth so that the motor is fully raised.
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2. Press and hold tilt lever.
OR
Depth Adjustment Knob
Quick Release Depth Collar
Steering Tension Knob
Tilt Lock Lever
Transom Clamp Screws
Depth Collar Knob
Quick-Release Depth Collar
Steering Tension Knob
Steering Tension Knob
12" Minimum
Depth
12" Minimum
Depth
Quick Release Tilt Lever
Steering Tension Knob
Clamp Screws
Mounting Bracket
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