MINN KOTA 80/45 Mode D'emploi page 2

INSTALLATION
Disconnect the Gas Spring
Disconnect the Gas Spring before removing the Steering Module. The Gas Spring is under high spring pressure. Disconnecting the Gas
Spring removes the load-bearing benefits of the Gas Spring. The Gas Spring will be replaced with the new Lift Assist Cylinder when the
installation is complete. Ensure that the trolling motor is installed on the Boat Deck before disconnecting the Gas Spring.
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WARNING
Moving parts can cut or crush. The gas-assist lift
mechanism is under pressure. Disconnect the Gas
Spring before removing the motor from the mount.
Do not engage the Pull Grip and Cable when the
motor is removed from the mount until the Gas Spring
is disconnected.
a. In order to remove the Steering Module, the Gas
Spring needs to be disconnected. Position the
motor so that it is halfway between the stowed and
deployed position. Allow the motor to be positioned
so that the Lower Unit rests on the Motor Ramp.
b. To disconnect the Gas Spring, locate the Bracket
on the Gas Spring inside the Outer Arm. Two Pan
Phillips Machine Screws hold the Bracket for the
Gas Spring in place. Using a #3 Phillips Screwdriver,
loosen and then remove both screws.
c. Now it is safe to move the motor into the deployed
position to remove the Steering Module.
WARNING
The gas-assist lift mechanism in this unit is under high
spring pressure when the motor is in the deployed
position. Do not remove the Steering Module assembly
from the mount without disconnecting one end of the
Gas Spring. Failure to do this can create a condition
where accidental pulling of the Pull Grip and Cable may
cause the mount to spring open rapidly, striking anyone
or anything in the direct path.
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1a
Pan Phillips Pan Phillips
Machine Machine
Screws Screws
Shaft Shaft
Lower Unit Lower Unit
Motor Ramp Motor Ramp
Outer Arm Outer Arm
1b
Pan Phillips Pan Phillips
Machine Machine
Shaft Shaft
Screws Screws
Gas Gas
Spring Spring
Bracket Bracket
Use a #3 Philips Screwdriver to remove the
NOTICE:
screws. They have a pre-applied thread locker. Failure to
use the recommended tool can cause damage and prevent
the screws from being removed.
The Gas Spring can become damaged when
NOTICE:
moving the Mount, and the damage will prevent the Lift
Assist feature from operating correctly. Make sure that the
Gas Spring does not get damaged in the Mount.
Pull Grip Pull Grip
and Cable and Cable
Outer Outer
Arm Arm
Gas Spring Gas Spring
Shaft Shaft
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Pan Phillips Pan Phillips
Machine Machine
Screws Screws
Gas Gas
Spring Spring
Bracket Bracket
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