FCC ID: MVUFP01 Remote Control Transmitter

90-MM5981 835 W. 41st Street Tulsa, Oklahoma 74107 www.motorguide.com 2005, MotorGuide FCC and IC Compliance Statement FCC ID #MVUFP01 IC ID 6094AFP01 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with FCC Rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by MotorGuide could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Congratulations on your purchase of the MotorGuide Wireless Trolling Motor. This motor has been designed, engineered, and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and exceptional performance for years of enjoyment. These features offer an unrivaled fishing experience:

Durability Oversized brushes for efficient and dependable power Fully Remote Operation Integrated, Quick Release Mount Modular Digital Electronics Three-year Limited Warranty PRODUCT IMPORTANT!!

REGISTER YOUR The warranty registration card

(located inside the box) should be completed and mailed to MotorGuide to validate your warranty. IS INCLUDED IN THE BOX AND IS SEPARATE FROM WARRANTY CARD PLEASE FILL OUT VALIDATE YOUR REGISTRATION THIS MANUAL. WARRANTY. IMMEDIATELY AND MAIL TO At MotorGuide, weve taken all the victories, failures, blood, sweat, tears, hours, days and years to heart and built what are possibly the best performing, most reliable trolling motors ever. Its a result of re-engineering from top to bottom, from our new digital modules, to new switches and props. Why? The reason is simple. To give you the advantageand, in this case its a digital advantage. Because at MotorGuide, we believe there are some things you should Never Stop doing, NEVER STOP LEARNING, NEVER STOP IMPROVING, AND NEVER EVER STOP FISHING. TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................2 Safety DOs and DONTs ...................................................................3 Operating Safety ................................................................................4 NOTES: ..................................................................................................5 FEATURES.............................................................................................6 Remote Capabilities ...........................................................................6 COMPONENTS......................................................................................7 Wireless Remote Foot-Pedal .............................................................7 Lower Unit ..........................................................................................7 Column ...............................................................................................7 Top Housing.......................................................................................7 Cradle Lock Mount .........................................................................8 Battery Indicator .................................................................................8 Features & Components Installation INSTALLATION ....................................................................................10 Mount Installation .............................................................................10 Wiring & Battery Information ............................................................13 Wire & Cable Routing ..................................................................13 Establishing a Common Ground..................................................14 Recommendations.......................................................................14 Activating the Foot-Pedal Electronic ID ...........................................17 Erasing the Receivers Memory .......................................................17 Motor & Mount Operation MOTOR & MOUNT OPERATION ........................................................18 Adjusting the Motor Depth and Deploying the Motor .......................18 Stowing the Motor ............................................................................19 Operating the Foot-Pedal.................................................................20 Maintenance MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................21 Foot-Pedal Battery Replacement.....................................................21 Care & Cleaning Instructions ...........................................................22 Customer Responsibilities................................................................22 Battery..........................................................................................22 Freezing Temperature Storage....................................................23 Installing or Replacing the Propeller ................................................23 Troubleshooting & Accessories TROUBLESHOOTING .........................................................................25 Frequently Asked Questions............................................................25 MOTORGUIDE ACCESSORIES 28 MOTORGUIDE LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY .......................29 Warranty MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS NOTES:

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GENERAL INFORMATION Please read and retain this manual. The information within describes the proper procedures for safely installing, operating and maintaining your motor. Failure to follow a safety WARNING can result in bodily injury. WARNING CAUTION Failure to observe CAUTION instructions can result in failure or damage to the product or equipment. INFORMATION NOTE The information symbol signifies important information about your trolling motor. The Note symbol signifies a statement calling attention to general information about your trolling motor. The description and specifications contained herein were in effect at the time this manual was approved for printing. MotorGuide, whose policy is one of continual improvement, reserves the right to discontinue models at any time, to change specifications, designs, and methods of procedure without notice and without incurring obligation. Safety and operating information that is practiced along with good common sense can help prevent personal injury and product damage. CAUTION If the motor automatically throttles back, it indicates something may be wrong with the motor and it should be taken in for service. CAUTION A slight voltage drain occurs when the trolling motor is continually connected to the battery for extended periods of time. To prevent battery drain when not in use for an extended period, disconnect the trolling motor from the power source. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 2 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS Disconnect the trolling motor from the battery(s) before charging. CAUTION How to Use This Manual Review the following information carefully. These notices will alert you to potential dangers and important information. The observance of WARNINGS and CAUTIONS alone does not eliminate the possibility of personal injury or product damage. Your close attention to the performance of recommended service procedures and the practice of responsible personal safety are major accident prevention measures. Safety DOs and DONTs supervision.

! Do not allow children to operate the trolling motor without adult

! Do not modify the unit in any way or add accessories other than approved MotorGuide accessories.

! Do not power-wash your trolling motor.

! Do disconnect the power from the motor when replacing the prop, removing debris around the prop, charging batteries, putting your boat on a trailer or when the motor is not in use.

! Do make sure the foot-pedal is secured and the motor is securely locked into the stowed position when using a gasoline motor to move to another location, or when putting your boat on a trailer. Do secure loose items on your boat before traveling at high speeds across the water. Do always connect to the battery through a power plug or a power switch which can be easily disconnected. Never hardwire the motor directly to the batteries. Use the recommended circuit breaker to protect the wires.

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90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 3 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS

! Circuit Protection MotorGuide recommends installing a 50 amp manual-reset circuit breaker and power switch in line with the trolling motor positive leads within (1.8 m) 72 inches of the battery(s). To order a circuit breaker kit, contact your local Service Dealer, request kit number MM5870. See the Accessories section of this manual for more information. Operating Safety 1. Observe all boating safety guidelines as outlined by the US Coast Guard or by the governing agency for your area. Guidelines are typically posted at your local marina. 2. Do not operate the trolling motor while under the influence of alcohol or while taking medication that may impair your judgment. 3. Be aware of the possibility of unseen, underwater obstacles when navigating in shallow water, keep the boat speed down to a safe level. 4. When navigating near shore, watch for overhead obstacles such as tree limbs and floating dock tie-down cables. 5. When steering your motor, pay attention to your speed to determine a safe rate at which to turn without throwing passengers off balance. 6. Before turning the prop on, observe the direction the motor is pointing to avoid abrupt turns that could throw passengers off balance. 7. When the power is off but the motor is plugged in, keep your hands and feet away from the propeller. 8. Always unplug the battery when performing motor maintenance. 9. To avoid a trip hazard, route all cables and wiring neatly and out of the way. 10. Disconnect the trolling motor from the battery when its not in use. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 4 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS NOTES:

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pedal) can be used with one motor. See the Accessories section of this manual for more information.

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Modifications to this remote device not expressly approved by the manufacturer may invalidate the users right to operate this equipment. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 6 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com WARNING On/Off Button Faster Button Slower Button MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS COMPONENTS Wireless Remote Foot-Pedal The remote foot-pedal functions include the off/on, right/left and faster/slower motor operations. The anti-slip design makes motor operation easy for the angler wearing large boots. The battery used in the foot-pedal is long-life, inexpensive and replacement is easy. Left Button Right Button Lower Unit The lower unit is available in a 12 or 24 volt variable speed motor. The oversized brushes increase battery life and extend trolling time. Column The MotorGuide Wireless composite shaft is exceptionally strong, and flexible. The shaft comes in 48, 54 and 60 inch lengths. Top Housing The sleek top housing design indicates, at-a-glance, the direction of the motor. Additionally, no electrical boards are located in the top housing and it attaches to the shaft with a single through bolt. The rock-solid connection between the top housing and cable serves as an ergonomic handle. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 7 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS Prop The MotorGuide Wireless uses the 3 inch two blade Power Prop. Cradle Lock Mount The rock solid design of the MotorGuide Wireless mount has a quick-release mounting plate and an easy access lever for trouble-free stowing and deploying the motor. The mount also features a cradle that protects the motor during rough-water runs. Battery Indicator The MotorGuide Wireless is equipped with a battery charge indicator. The push button gauge provides the angler an accurate reading of the remaining battery charge. Battery charge readings include:

Good Fair Low and Recharge. Test the battery with the motor off. Digital Remote Control Optional Accessory Fingertip control is available with MotorGuides optional Digital Remote Control (DRC) wireless handheld. With the added value of a built-in receiver, you are now free to move about the deck. Mix and match up to four DRC handhelds or Wireless Foot-

pedals in any combination. Perfect for tournament situations and/or tough bites that require teamwork, precise boat control and accurate bait presentations. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 8 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS NOTES:

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! WARNING Mount Installation It is recommended that two people install the motor and mount. Do not connect the motor to a power source until the motor and mount are fully installed on the boat. The tools required for the installation are:

1) Drill with (8 mm) 5/16 inch drill bit 2) #3 Phillips head screw driver 3) 1/2 inch open end wrench 1) Carefully select the area on the deck as close to the centerline as possible to install the mount. Choose an area where the mount will provide ample clearance from the bow of the boat for all of the motor positions including the run and stow positions. A 1 to 21/2 inch clearance is needed between the shaft and the bow of the boat. Ensure the forward mounting screws are placed in a location on the deck where there is enough room to install the screws and washers without penetrating the hull. 2) Remove the mount base plate from the mount installation kit and place it on the surface of the boat deck where it is to be mounted; use the mount plate as a template to mark the location for drilling the mount holes. Mount Base Plate on Boat Deck INFORMATION The end of the mount base plate with the large hook flange must be positioned forward on the bow of the boat. Side View of Mount Base Plate Position Large Flange Hook Forward on Boat 3) Drill mounting holes with a (8 mm) 5/16 inch drill bit and then clear the holes of any debris. On fiberglass boats, chamfer the holes to help reduce the possibility of the fiberglass cracking. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 10 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS 4) Place the mount base plate on the boat deck aligning the holes on the plate to the holes on the deck. Install the four (4) stainless steel mounting bolts through each of the mounting holes. 5) Install the four (4) stainless steel washers and nuts on the bottom side of the deck and tighten securely. 6) Remove the packaging material, in the box, from around the trolling motor. 7) Lift the motor and mount out of the box, turn the mount upright and and lay it on a flat surface. Loosen the mount locking knob, located at the back of the mount housing, until it can pivot approximately 25 degrees. Lower Unit in Stowed Position; Lower Unit inside Cradle lower unit and mount in the stowed position, but the lower unit must be placed into the locking cradle before proceeding. Pull up on the release handle to unlock the transmission. Slide and pivot the lower unit as needed to snap the lower unit inside the locking cradle. shipped with the Mount Locking Knob 8) The motor is Depth Collar 9) Lift the motor and mount and place it over the mount base plate. The end of the mount housing with the lower unit cradle and lower unit is placed forward over the mount base plate. Guide the end of the mount with the Large Flange Hook &

Pivot Pin Front of Base Plate lower unit at an Lower Unit Cradle Placed Forward over Mount Base approximate 10o downward angle over the base plate until the pivot pin on the underside of the mount fits into the large flange hook on the base plate. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 11 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS 10) Sit the back of the mount housing over the back of the mount base. Press down on the back of the mount base and turn the mount locking knob just enough to engage the cam locking mechanism and secure the mount onto the base plate. Complete tightening the cam locking mechanism in step 12 below. Mount Locking Knob 11) Position the depth collar on the shaft so that the lower unit will not strike any obstacles (boat trailer, ground, etc.) when the motor is deployed and then deploy the motor to the run position (see Motor & Mount Operation, Deploying the Motor for complete instructions on deploying the motor). Slide Depth Collar Up or Down Shaft 12) Deploy the motor into the run position and then tighten the lock completely Depth Collar Knob Handle by turning the mount lock knob. Pivot Pin on Underside of Mount Housing Fits Snuggly under Large Flange Hook on Mount Base Large Flange Hook Cam Locking Mechanism 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 12 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com Side View of Mount Base Plate MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS For storage and security purposes the MotorGuide Wireless Cradle Lock mount makes it easy to completely remove and reinstall the mount and motor. When the mount and motor are removed from the boat, a snap-on Wireless Mounting Plate Cover (see the Accessories section of this manual for order information) is available to protect the mounting plate.

! WARNING Wiring & Battery Information Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can cause severe burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. The battery also produces hydrogen and oxygen gasses when being charged. This explosive gas is released through the battery vents and may form an explosive atmosphere around the battery for several hours after it has been charged. Electrical arcing or flames can ignite the gas and cause an explosion which may shatter the battery and could cause blindness or other serious personal and property damage. Refer to your battery manufacturers guidelines for charging instructions.

! WARNING Be sure all switches are in the OFF position before connecting the motor to the batteries. Electrical arcing near the battery could ignite gas vapors causing an explosion.

! WARNING Avoid serious injury or death from a possible fire caused by a direct short; do not jump-start an outboard motor using the trolling motor battery/batteries. Wire & Cable Routing Route trolling motor wires on the opposite side of the boat from other miscellaneous boat wiring (bow light wiring, spot light wiring, etc.). Transducer installation should be installed according to the manufacturers specifications. To avoid interference, cables should be routed separately from the trolling motor cables. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 13 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS Important: Do not route a transducer cable down the trolling motor power cord. Route the transducer cable down the side of the mount, then into the bow console. Provide enough excess sonar cable to allow the motor to make three (3) complete 360 turns. Electronics, depth finders in particular, should be connected directly to the main engine or an accessory battery. Do no connect your electronics to the trolling motor battery. Establishing a Common Ground MotorGuide recommends isolating the trolling motor battery/batteries from the main engine battery. Electrolysis Issues Using the engine starting battery as a source of power for any trolling motor may cause electrolysis on metallic parts.

If you have followed the battery wiring and installation instructions in this manual and your boat continues to have electrolysis issues, you will need to separate the trolling motor from any other boat electronics.

Remove the engine starting battery from the wiring configuration of the boat and isolate the power circuit for your trolling motor. Establish a Common Ground: Common ground means the ground for the main engine accessories and your trolling motor are connected to the same negative ground terminal. Not having a common ground can cause severe corrosion or electrolysis. If left unchecked, damage may be caused to your trolling motor and boat. Establishing a common ground connection will allow increased sensitivity and improve detail on a sonar display. Recommendations Battery Type The recommended battery is a 12-volt Deep Cycle battery. Circuit Protection MotorGuide recommends installing a 50 amp manual-reset circuit breaker in line with the trolling motor positive leads within (1.8 m) 72 inches of the battery(s). To order a circuit breaker kit, contact your local Service Dealer, request kit number MM5870 or a 50 amp circuit breaker and a power switch. Wire Size For optimum performance, MotorGuide recommends the use 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 14 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS of six (6) gauge (13 mm) wires if extending the existing wire beyond the standard battery cable supplied with the product. Bow Plugs MotorGuide recommends the use of a quality plug designed for marine applications. E A D 12 Volt Battery Hook-up A k battery lead (-) B) Red battery lead (+) C) 50 amp circuit Breaker and a p switch onnect the red battery lead from the power cable to the battery positive (+) C post and the black battery lead from the power cable to the battery negative (

post. Install a 50 amp circuit breaker and a power switch in line with the positive lead as shown in C above. (See the Assessories section in this manual for the circuit breaker and power switch part number.) C D E) To trolling r motor conne

) Jumper Wire ctions

) Blac ower B

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WARNING serve installation guidelines O b when connecting the motor to the batteries. When in doubt, consult a professional at your nearest dealer. Always connect to the battery through a power plug which can be easily disconnected or through an easily accessible power switch. Never hardwire the motor directly to the batteries. Always use the recommended circuit breaker to protect the wires. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 15 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com

-) olt attery Hook-up MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS 24 V B A) Battery A B) Battery B C) To trolling motor connections D) Black battery leads (-) G A B C F E D G E) Red battery leads (+) F) 50 amp circuit breaker and a power switch G) Jumper wires Connect the black battery lead from the power cable to the negative (-) post on battery A and the red lead from the power cable o the positive (+) post on battery B. Connect a jumper wire between the negative (-) post of battery B and the positive (+) post of battery A. Install a 50 amp circuit breaker in line with the positive lead to battery B as shown above. (See the Assessories section in this manual for the circuit breaker and power switch part number.)

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WARNING Observe installation guidelines when connecting the motor to the batteries. When in doubt, consult a professional at your nearest dealer. Always connect to the battery through a power plug which can be easily disconnected or through an easily accessible power switch. Never hardwire the motor directly to the batteries. Always use the recommended circuit breaker to protect the wires. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 16 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS ting the Foot-Pedal Electronic ID Activa ach foot-pedal has a unique electronic ID number. Up to four electronic ID E umbers (Digital Remote Control units and foot-pedals) can be stored by n our receiver. For your foot-pedal to respond to your commands only and not y th ose of other boaters, you must activate the electronic ID number into your ceiver. Follow the instructions below (one time only) to activate each new re re mote control device:

/or 1. Power the motor up - within 10 seconds, pre ss and ho ld the + and -

buttons on the foot-pedal simultaneously 2. Listen for a long beep 3. The receiver has now learned and stored the electronic ID number of the foot-pedal. NOTE you are activating multiple remote control devices (up to four devices If can be accom d between activ ng must be powered off an ontrol device. mo ated) t motor ati each remote c d back on he Erasing the Receivers Memory T o erase all electronic ID numbers stored in the receivers memory:

1. Power-up the motor 2. Within 10 seconds, press and hold the Left, Right, + and -

buttons on the foot-pedal simultaneously 3. Listen for a long beep indicating the receiver has erased all stored electronic ID numbers 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 17 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS MOTOR & MOUNT OPERATION Adjusting the Motor Depth and Deploying the Motor 1. Loosen the depth collar by turning the knob handle. Slide the depth collar up or down the shaft to a position that will allow the lower unit to be submerged at least 12 inches (30cm) below the water surface when the motor is fully deployed. When the depth collar is in the desired location

, turn the depth collar handle to tighten. Also, be cautious that the depth of the motor is deep enough to prevent the lower unit from striking obstacles that could damage the skeg or prop. Slide Depth Collar Up or Down Shaft 2. Pull up on the release handle and then raise the motor out of the stow position. Motor in Stowed Position Depth Collar Knob Handle Release Handle Depth Collar Resting on Mount 3. Hold the motor by the shaft or the top housing and raise it into a vertical position. Lower the motor until the depth collar rests on top of the mount housing collar. The motor is ready to connect to the power source. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 18 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS Stowing the Motor 1. Pull up the release handle and then, h olding the shaft or top housing, lift the motor up. Release Handle 2. While lifting the motor out of the r, rotate the shaft until the wate lower unit is aligned with the locking e. cradl Lower Unit Align Locking Cradle ed with the the 3. Continue to pull lower unit up to mount until the lower unit can be snapped into the cradle. Push Down on the Column to lock the Release Handle Lower Unit Locked in Cradle 4. Push down on the column t to lock the release handle. when the lower unit and re locked into position. o lock the cradle and You will hear a click lease handle are 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 19 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS Ope rat ng the Foot-Pedal INFORMATION i nsure the foot-pedal electronic ID has been E s ection of this manual for instructions. Prop On/Off 1 Turn the prop on or off by pressing the center button and it will alternate between on and off. The on condition is indicated by a short beep while off is indicated by a long beep. activated. See the Installation On/Off Button Slower Button Faster Button

. Steering: Pr 2 Left Button Right Button ns to steer the boat. Each ess the left or right arrow butto button press steers the motor left or right one tep; holding down a button s will rapidly steer the motor in the direction of the selected arrow. 3. Speed: Use the + and buttons to cont t sound each time the + or buttons are pushed. Holdi will rapidly speed-up or slow-down the motor until it re maximum speed; once at the limit, the receiver will no you press a button. rol the mo or speed, a beep will ng the button down aches minimum or longer beep when 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 20 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS MAINTENANCE lacement t-Pedal Battery Rep Foo Use only a 3V lithium type CR2032 replacement battery. These atteries are not rechargeable. b ollow these instructions to change F the battery:

1. Remove the five screws on the battery cover plate located on the underside of the foot-pedal. Location of Screws Securing Battery Cover Plate to Foot-Pedal 2. Remove the battery cover pl ate. 3. Using a pencil, push the battery out of its holder. 5. Ensure the O-

place on the cover. Replace plate and five 4. With the + symbol facing up, slide the new battery in the holder. ring is in inside the cover screws. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 21 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS Care & Cleaning Instructions To keep your trolling motor looking its best:

1. Periodically wash it with warm s 2. Do not use a high pressure or 3. Use a vinyl/rubber UV protector, oap cables lo oking fresh. power washer. y water and a soft cloth or sponge. available in any auto store, to keep the Never use harsh chemicals, alc plas tics, rubber or painted parts ohol, solven

. ts or abrasiv es on the motor 4. ustomer Responsibilities C he motor/mount warranty does not cover items that have been subjected to T oper m oto ator abuse or negligence. To receive r/m unt must be maintained as instructe full value from the warranty, the d in this manual. o Check behind the propeller after each use to ensure w line rapped around the propel propeller shaft. ebris are not or other d w eeds, fishing ler or the Periodically lubricate al l the latch pins and clamp screws with a non-

aerosol lubrican part of the unit. Many spr can cause damage to various parts of your trolling motor. t. Never use an aerosol lubricant to grease or oil any a lubricants contain harmful propellants that y Check the tightness of the batte Periodically inspect for loose or corroded wiring connections. Thoroughly rinse your trolli ery l ad connections. motor with freshwater after each use in ng Periodically make a visual inspection for tightness of all nuts, bolts and saltwater. screws. Bef re or after use, o periodically check the prop nut for tightnes s. Battery echarge R recomme annually to ensure quality of operation. e. Follow the battery manufactur your batteries after each us ndations for battery maintenance. Have your batteries tested ers CAUTION Always disconnect the trolling motor battery when not in use. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 22 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS Freezing Temperature Storage Store your trolling motor where it will n ot be affected by freezing temperatures. Propeller Propeller Pin Installing or Replacing the Propeller See the Accessories section of this manual to order a replacement propeller. Propeller Nut CAUTION M ke sure the motor is disconnected from the battery before replacing the propeller. a CAUTION o D not strike a bent prop pin with a hammer to remove the pin cause damage to the armature, which is not c vered by warranty. MotorGuide recommends using o pli

. This may ers. 1) When handling the prop, first check for sharp edges or wear protective gloves to prevent cuts to the hands. 2) While holding the propeller blade, use a prop wrench to loosen and remove the propeller nut. 3) Pull the pro peller straight off. If the prop is stuck, grasp one blade with one hand and tap lightly on the backside of the opposite blade with a rubber 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 23 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS mallet. If necessary, repeat the procedure on all blades until the propeller comes off. If the propeller pin is bent, replace it.

) 4 5) Align the new propeller with the propelle

) 6 ller nut and r pin. Reinstall the prope another 1/4 turn using a MotorGuide Prop Wrench, part number MGA050B6. tighten sec urely with your fingers. Tighten 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 24 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS TROUBLESHOOTING The receiver beeps when I press a butto nothing happens. n on the foot-pedal but The receiver does not have the foot-pedals electronic ID number ed; refer to the Activating the Electronic ID number programm section of this manual. Activating the electronic ID number does not work. The receivers memory might be full, see the Erasing the Receivers Memory section of this manual. I pressed the test button on the battery indicator and all of the lights came on at once. All lights on the battery indicator illuminated at once means the steering or trolling motor have been overloaded. Wait for the unit to cool down. If the system does not return to normal after cooling, contact your nearest Service Center. eq Fr uently Asked Questions Q A Q A Q A Q A PROBLEM Loss of power Check the battery in the foot-pedal and replace if necessary. The system stopped working. POSSIBLE CAUSES AND/OR SOLUTIONS The propeller may be fouled. Remove the propeller; clean or replace if necessary. The battery connections may be corroded. The battery may have low voltage. Recharge and test for a bad cell. The wire gauge from the battery to the trolling motor may be insufficient. (Six-gauge wire is recommended.) A bad or faulty connection or pinched wire could exist in the boat wiring or trolling motor wiring. The permanent magnets may be cracked or chipped. The motor will whine or grind. There may be water in the lower unit. 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 25 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS Motor makes excessive noise or vibrates excessively The propeller may be fouled. Remove the T eller; clean or replace if necessary. prop he propeller may be loose. Check to see if the prop The eller is secure. armature may be bent. Remove the propeller and set the motor at medium speed. Turn t wobble. he unit on and look for the shaft to The magnets may be interfering with the armature. Turn the power is off. Turn the pr b y hand; it should turn freely with a slight magnetic drag. The bearings or bushings may be Check the trolling motor fuse/circuit breaker on worn out. op ose or corroded connections. Check for lo Check the plug for a loose or bad connection. Make sure the power is off. Turn the prop by d; it should turn freely with a slight magnet the boat. han drag. The propeller may be fouled. Remove the propeller; clean or replace if necessary. Your bow moun t is designed to easily release am locking mechanism is loosened. y release, it is typically due to mount at when the c If it does not easil the cam lock not being loosened or the base plate is not mounted evenly on the bo deck. It is possible the pivot pin on the underside the mount is not secured by the large flange hook. It is also possible that the cam lock mechanism at the back of the mount it not fully engaged. Check to ensure the cam lock is properly tightened. Voltage drain will continually connected to your battery. Insta power disconnect switch or disconnect the trolling m occur if your motor remains ll a otor. of tor fail Mo speed s to run at any Motor loses one or more speeds Mount is to the mount base plate hard to latch Battery drains assistance with trolling motor repairs. Refer to your nearest Service Dealer for Motor automatically throttles back 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 26 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com Dealer for assistan ce with trolling motor MotorGuide Service Dealer. See a rvice Dealers in the US and Canada at

: www.motorguide.com. sumer Affairs to obtain the name ervice Dealer nearest you. e East:

1-920-929-5040 791-5822 61-3-9 905-816-4751 32-87-323-211 81-53-423-2500 954-744-3500

-6160 65-6546 MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS INFORMATION FOR REPAIR SERVICE Contact your nearest complete listing of Se our MotorGuide web site Call Mercury Marine Con and location of the S United States:

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Refer to your nearest Service repairs. Model Num Serial Number Part Numb ber er REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ORDERING MotorGuide has establis Distributors throughout t the following information Service Dealer to order p hed Service Dealers as Parts he United States and Canada. Have ready and contact the nearest arts:

90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 27 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS ssories let fishermen customize motors to their own unique needs. In MOTORGUIDE ACCESSORIES Making It More Perfect. Who says you cannot make the best even better? MotorGuid actory acce f a ddition, every one is a perfect fit. R Prop

#12 Number MGA0495 MGA087B Description EMENT PROPS EPLAC 3

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#16 e ADDITIO NAL HARDWARE ACCESORIES Wireless nap-on S Mounting Plate Cover MGA506 A1 Prop Wench MGA050B6 Comes complete with spare prop nut and two prop pins, allowing fast prop ch anges. rotective co r converts ve P e to a step m ounting plat ing motor is hen your troll w ot in use. n 50 Amp Circuit Breaker MM5870 Protects trolling motor and boat wiring from connection failures and is a safety must. DRCRemote Control M887657 Digital RF Wireless Remote Key FOB 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 28 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS MOTORGUIDE LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY Keep your original purchase receipt)

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1 nd rod he dat rs fail by uct damage e of retail sale. ure to provid anyone other c one (1) year from t into service, whichever occurs first. ase or registration verification is required due to abuse, i.e., bent columns, bent armature are warranted to the original retail purchaser to be free ith the return of the product for warranty consideration. M ntrol cables, etc., accidents, modifications, misuse, excessive wear or oken co aused by an owne the lower unit (motor) To obtain w e product is first put ucts receive coverage for one (1) year from the date of first ommercial tail sa MotorGuide Ac essories are covered by this Limited Warranty for a coverage For recreational use customers, MotorGuide Tour, Digital Freshwater, Digital Steering, a Saltwater Series electric trolling motors fr om defects in material and/or workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of urchase. This Limited Warranty begins on the date the product is first sold to a retail p purchaser or the date on which th 2 users of these prod C le. re period of arr This w anty does not cover p shafts, br damag e reasonable and necessary installation or care. e c than an authorized Service Dealer will void this ng Openi w arranty. arranty service, the purchaser should deliver or return the unit (postage repaid and insured) to any MotorGuide Authorized Service Dealer. Products returned by mail p sh ould also be carefully packaged and include a note describing the nature of the problem and/or service requested. A copy of the proof of purch w otorGuide, at its discretion, will under the terms of this warranty. Neither MotorGuide nor repair or replace items covered de products due to MotorGuide Service Dealers ar e responsible for damages to MotorGui rvice Dealer. Nei repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized MotorGuide Se MotorGuide nor Mercury Marine is responsible for failure or damage ca used by improper installation, set-up, preparation, or previous service or repair errors. The product registration must be processed by MotorGuide within ten of purchase to validate y our warranty. MotorGuide products requiring s under the terms of this warran INCIDENTAL AND\OR CONS WARRANTY. I MPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE LIFE OF THIS WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION O DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LI THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SP OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH For Your Records:

Model Number_____________________ Serial Number______________________________ 1 Warranty is transferable t period. 2 Commercial use is defined as any work or employmen of the product which generates income, for any part of th is only occasionally used for such purpose.

(10) days from the d d ervice not covere ty may be repaired or replaced for a reasonable fee. ALL EQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THIS R LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL MITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. product, or any use nty period, even if the product ECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. t-related use of the e warra o any subsequent purchaser n of the unused warranty _________ ____________ for the duratio ____ ther ate ___ 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 29 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MOTORGUIDE WIRELESS IMPORTANT!!

REGISTER Y OUR PRODUCT The warranty registration card (located in the box) should be completed and mailed to Mercury Marine to validate your warranty. To replace a lost warranty card, contact the Mercury Marine Registration Department at 1-920-929-5054. WARRANTY CARD REGISTRATION IS INCLUDED IN THE BOX AND IS SEPARATE FROM THIS MANUAL. PLEASE FILL OUT AND MAIL IMMEDIATELY TO VALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY. T this MotorGuide product. hank you for purchasing and registering 90-MM5981 For Questions, Contact Consumer Affairs at #1-920-929-5040 30 2005, MotorGuide www.motorguide.com MotorGuide 835 W. 41 Street st Tulsa, Oklahoma 74107

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