Intex BM4212 User Manual

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12 VOLT TROLLING MOTOR

Model BM4212

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WARNING

• The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged the appliance should be scrapped.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of

experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.

• Always operate the motor at a safe distance away from swimmers, objects and obstructions. Never approach the motor when the propeller
is running. Contact with a spinning propeller may cause serious injury or death.

• Always exercise safe practices when using your motor; stay clear of other watercraft, and all floating objects. Always obey water regulations
applicable to your area of operation.

• Stop the motor immediately whenever anyone in the water is near the boat.

• Never operate the motor while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, medication, or other substances which may impair your ability to safely
operate equipment.

• This motor is not suitable for use in strong currents and winds exceeding the thrust level of the motor.

• Never run your motor in any mode with the propeller outside of the water: contact with rotating propeller may result in serious injuries or death.

• When operating the motor in “weed escape” mode do not reach with your hand into the water or try to assist the weed removal. Always assure
the motor is switched off and disconnected from the battery(s) before attempting any manual weed removal.

• Always set the speed selector to zero and place the motor in the deployed position before connecting power cables to the battery. Disconnect
the power cables first prior to stowing. Disconnect the negative cable first and connect it last.

• Always ensure the power cables are not twisted or kinked and are securely routed to avoid tripping or a safety hazard. Ensure cables are
unobstructed to avoid damaging the wire insulation. Damage to the insulation could result in failure, electric shock, or other injury.

• Always inspect the insulation of the power cables prior to use to ensure they are not damaged.

• Always disconnect the motor from the battery(s) before cleaning, servicing or checking the propeller.

• Never submerge the complete unit as water may enter the motor chamber through control box and shaft. Water in the motor may cause an
electrical short circuit and void the warranty.

• Keep fingers clear of all hinges, pivot points and all moving parts when stowing, deploying, adjusting, raising or lowering the motor.

• Firmly grasp the motor shaft when adjusting the motor depth to prevent motor from falling.

• Regularly inspect and maintain the trolling motor according to these instructions. If you are not familiar with the correct procedures and safety
precautions for servicing the motor, do not perform this service.

• Read and follow all instructions from the manufacturer of your battery and battery charger.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, DROWNING, OR OTHER
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

These product warnings, instructions and safety rules provided with the product represent some
common risks of water recreation devices and do not cover all instances of risk and danger.
Please use common sense and good judgement when enjoying any water activity.

Voltage: 12V DC

Max. current: 35A
Max. power: 420W

Thrust:

40 Lbs (180N)

Maximum loaded boat weight: 2000Lbs (909kg)

Speeds: 5-forward / 3-reverse
Shaft length: 36” (91.4cm)
Suitable for: Freshwater and saltwater
Mounting type:

Transom mounting only

Requirement: a deep cycle marine 12volt battery with at least 60
ampere hours rating.

Note: All drawings for illustration purpose only. May not reflect
actual product. Not to scale. Boat, battery and motor mount board are not
included.

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Overview:

Battery meter & Weed
escape control button

Control box

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Tilt/twist/tiller extension
handle

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Tilt lock lever

Quick release depth collar /
steering tension knob

Multi-position
mounting bracket

Clamp screws

Composite Shaft

Propeller

Motor

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS

Mounting

Install the motor mounting bracket on the transom/stern of the boat and tighten the clamp screws securely.
CAUTION: Over-tightening the clamp screws can damage the motor mounting bracket.

Tilt Lock lever

Quick release depth collar/lever arm

Steering tension knob

Clamp screws

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Shaft depth and steering tension adjustment

1. Open the lever arm of the quick release depth collar
and slowly slide the shaft up or down to the desired
depth. Close the lever arm back to secure the shaft

Steering tension knob

Quick Release Depth Collar/lever arm

depth. The lever arm of the quick release depth collar
can be adjusted with a screwdriver to obtain the
proper feel. Note: Do not over tighten the screw.

Tilt Lock lever

WARNING: Keep fingers clear of all hinges, pivot points
and all moving parts when stowing, deploying, adjusting,
raising or lowering the motor. Always hold the shaft firmly
when makings adjustment to the quick release depth
collar or the steering tension knob, as the motor can slide
down quickly and cause injury.

2. The steering tension of the trolling motor can be

adjusted by tightening or loosening the tension knob.

Stowing, deploying and tilt angle adjustment
Horizontal stow:

1. Loosen the steering tension knob, grab the back of

the control box or the motor shaft. Do not use the
handle to stow or tilt the motor.

2. While lifting up the motor 10” (25.4cm), tilt the trolling

motor into the boat. The mounting bracket will
ratchet into the locked position.

3. Re-tighten the steering tension knob and slide the

One hand:
lift here

Other hand:
press tilt lock lever

quick release depth collar down to the top of the
steering tension knob. Ensure the quick release
depth collar is retightened.

Horizontal deploy:

1. To deploy the motor from the horizontal stowed

position, loosen the quick release depth collar,
reposition the depth collar and retighten to the
desired depth position.

2. Hold the back of the control box or the motor shaft

firmly, loosen the steering tension knob, press the tilt
lock lever while holding the control box, and slowly
lower the motor into the water.

3. Make sure the quick release depth collar is securely tightened to the desired depth and the steering

tension knob is tightened to the desired steering tension.

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Vertical stow:

1. Hold the motor shaft firmly, loosen the steering tension knob and lift the motor up to the desired

vertical position.

2. Retighten the steering tension knob to retain and secure the vertical stow position of the motor.

3. Open the quick release depth collar lever arm and slide the quick release depth collar down to the top

of the steering tension knob. Close the lever arm.

Vertical deploy:

1. To deploy the motor from the vertical stowed position, loosen the quick release depth collar by opening

the lever arm, hold the motor shaft firmly, loosen the steering tension knob and slowly lower the motor
into the water to the desired depth.

2. Retighten the quick release depth collar, and retighten the steering tension knob to the desired steering

tension.

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Tilt and extension handle adjustment and operation

• There are 8 tilt positions: 15°, 30°, 45° upward,

and 15°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 75° downward from 0°
(horizontal position).

IMPORTANT: To use the downward position, you must

Tilt/twist/tiller
extension handle

press the release button located on the underside of the
pivot handle, and then push the handle down until you
feel the handle “lock in” to the desired position.

• To extend the handle, pull the handle towards you to

the desired length position. The handle extends a 6
inches (15.2cm).

• To retract the handle, push the handle in until it

meets the face of the control box head.

Switch ON/OFF and speed adjustment

There are 5 forward speeds (1, 2, 3, 4 and 5) and 3
reverse speeds (-1, -2 and -3)

• Twist the handle left or right to activate the motor.

• Twist the handle to 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 to go forward and increase the forward

speed accordingly.

• Twist the handle to -1, -2 and -3 to reverse and increase the reverse speed

accordingly.

• Twist the handle to “0” to switch OFF.

IMPORTANT: If the propeller/motor is out of the water, the safety protection feature will
prevent the motor from operating. Ensure the propeller/motor is submerged in the water.

Extend to 6"/(15.2cm)

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Release
button

Battery requirement and connection
IMPORTANT: For best result use a deep cycle marine 12 volt battery

(not included) with at least 60 ampere hours rating.

Battery meter

1. Make sure the motor is switched off (speed selector handle on “0”).

2. Connect the positive (+) red wire to the positive (+) battery terminal.

3. Connect the negative (-) black wire to the negative (-) battery

terminal.
The battery meter on the control box panel provides an indication of the
remaining charge in the battery. Four lights indicate full charge; three
lights indicate good charge; 2 lights indicate low charge and one light
indicates that the battery must be recharged.

NOTICE: Maintain battery at full charge. Failure to recharge the battery within 12-24 hours is the leading
cause of premature battery failure. Proper care will ensure having battery power when you need it and
improve the battery life. Check with your local marine battery supplier for further details.

WARNING

• Never switch the motor on when the propeller is out of the water.

• Never connect the (+) and the (-) terminals of the battery together.

• Never allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals.

• Always cover the battery and the battery terminal clamps.

Weed escape control button

If weeds are entangled with the propeller,
press and hold the “weed escape” button on the

Weed escape button

control box panel. The propeller will rotate
back and forth to disentangle itself from the weeds.
NOTICE: Ensure the control handle is in "O" position first,
then press the weed escape button.

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Boat rigging and motor installation

An over-current protection device (circuit breaker or fuse) must be used with this motor. The Coast

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Guard requires that each ungrounded current-carrying conductor must be protected by a manually
reset, trip-free circuit breaker or fuse. The type (voltage and current rating) of the fuse or circuit breaker
must be sized accordingly to the trolling motor used. The following breaker sizes are recommended
guidelines:

Maximum thrust voltage recommended circuit breaker rating
30# to 45# 12V 50A @ 12VDC
50# to 55# 12V 60A @ 12VDC

The appropriate wire size needed to connect your trolling motor to the trolling motor batteries varies
depending on the length of the cable needed and voltage of the motor. For further information and
requirements, consult with your local ABYC (American Boat and Yacht Council, for USA) and Coast Guard.

Propeller replacement

1. Disconnect the motor cables from the

battery before changing the propeller
and servicing.

2. Hold the propeller and loosen the

prop nut & washer

11540

Drive pin

propeller nut with pliers or a wrench.

3. Remove the propeller nut and washer.

If the drive pin is sheared or broken, hold
the propeller shaft steady with a flat
screwdriver pressed into the slot on the
end of the propeller shaft.

4. Turn the old propeller to horizontal

propeller (11539)

Slot end

position and pull it straight off. If the drive pin falls out, push it back in.

5. Before installing the new propeller, make sure the drive pin is aligned 90 degrees with the small guiding

studs.

6. Align the new propeller with the drive pin and press into place.

7. Re-install propeller washer and nut.

8. Tighten the nut 1/4 turn past snug. Do not over-tighten the nut.

Maintenance

• After each use, rinse with fresh water and then dry out with a cloth dampened with a water based

silicone spray.

• After each use, the propeller must be cleaned of weeds, fishing line or any objects. Fishing line and other

objects can get behind the propeller, wear away the seals and allow water to enter the motor. Regularly
check the propeller/motor seal for wear and tear.

• Before each use, ensure the propeller nut is securely tightened.

• To prevent accidental damage during traveling, stowing and/or storage, disconnect the motor cables from

the battery whenever the motor is out of the water. For long term storage, lightly coat all metal parts with
a water based silicone spray. Do not store in freezing temperatures below 32OF / 0OC.

• For maximum performance, restore battery to full charge before each use.

• Keep battery terminals clean with fine sandpaper or emery cloth.

• The propeller is designed to provide weed free operation with very high efficiency. To maintain this

performance, the leading edge of the blades must be kept smooth. If they are rough or nicked from use,
restore by sanding with fine sandpaper.

Troubleshooting:

1. Motor fails to run or lacks power:

a. Check motor for obstructions. The motor may have gone into current limit. To reset: return

handle to off position, remove obstruction and resume operation.
b. Check battery connections for correct polarity.
c. Ensure terminals are clean and corrosion free. Use fine sand paper or emery cloth to clean

the terminals.
d. Check battery water level. Add water if needed.

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2. Motor loses power after a short running time:
a. Check the battery charge. If low, restore to full charge.

3. Motor is hard to steer:
a. Loosen the steering tension knob on the top of the mounting bracket.
b. Lubricate the composite shaft.

4. Bracket shifts or "walks" on the transom:
a. With some boats, the transom bracket may loosen or shift during heavy use. Retighten the clamp screws.

5. You experience propeller vibration during normal operation:
a. Ensure the propeller is free of objects and entanglements.
b. Remove and rotate the propeller 180 degrees. See removal instructions in propeller section.
c. Ensure battery terminals are clean.

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Motor does not
start, power
indicator does
not turn on

1) Power is not turned ON / battery cable
clamps are loose.

2) Battery cable clamps' polarity reversed.

3) Low battery power.

1) Twist the handle to ON / ensure battery cable clamps are
secured and tighten.

2) Reverse and ensure correct polarity connection, then turn ON.

3) Recharge or replace the battery

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Motor does not
work, power
indicator flashes

Motor suddenly
stop

Battery only last
a short time

Control handle is
not responding

Battery cable
clamps are hot

Motor is
vibrating heavily

Weed escape
control button
not responding

1) Battery voltage is too high.

2) Control handle is not in "O" position. before
switch ON or under protection mode.

1) Propeller, motor out of the water.

2) Weed, objects entangled with the propeller.

3) Low battery power.

1) Battery not fully charged.

2) Deteriorated battery.

1) Under protection mode.

2) Water inside the control handle.

3) Others

1) Battery cable clamps are loose.

2) Battery terminals and cable clamps

are rusty.

1) Propeller is not positioned in the right depth.

2) Weed, objects entangled with the propeller.

3) Propeller is loose or broken.

4) Transom mounting bracket or clamp screws
is loose.

1) Button not firmly pressed in.

2) Control handle is not in "O" position or
under protection mode.

3) Others

1) Replace with a 12V marine battery, then switch ON.

2) Ensure control handle is in "O" position before twisting to the
desired speed.

1) Ensure propeller and motor are below the water surface.

2) Turn OFF, remove weed, objects from the propeller.

3) Recharge or replace battery.

1) Fully charge the battery.

2) Replace with a new battery (use a 12V / 60Ah marine battery).

1) Turn control handle to "O" position, then turn to your desired
speed to reset the protection mode.

2) Turn OFF ("O" position), extend the handle and dry out,
then turn ON.

3) Contact Intex Service Center.

1) Ensure cable clamps are secured and tighten.

2) Clean the battery terminals and the cable clamps, replace
them if necessary.

1) Adjust the propeller's depth.

2) Turn OFF, remove weed, objects from the propeller.

3) Tighten the propeller or replace a new propeller.

4) Tighten transom mounting bracket clamps and the steering

tension knob.

1) Press and hold the button until the operation is over.

2) Ensure the control handle is in "O" position first, then press
the weed escape button.

3) Contact Intex Service Center.

Move slowly

Trolling motor
depth cannot
be adjusted

Motor cannot be
stowed because
adjustable handle
does not work

1) Low battery power.

2)

Weed, objects entangled with the propeller.

3)

Propeller is not positioned in the right depth.

4) Propeller is loose or broken.

1) Lever arm of the quick release depth
collar is not open.

2) Steering tension knob is not open.

3) Obstruction in the mounting bracket.

1) Motor is too deep.

2) Adjustable handle is not in the correct
position.

1) Recharge or replace the battery.

2) Remove weed, objects from the propeller, then turn on.

3) Adjust the propeller's depth.

4) Replace a new propeller.

1) Open the lever arm on the quick release depth collar.

2) Loosen the steering tension knob.

3) Clear and remove any objects obstructing the movement
of the shaft.

1) Adjust the motor depth, then lift up the motor to stow.

2) Move the adjustable handle to proper position, then lift up
the motor to stow.

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Limited Warranty

Your 12 Volt Trolling Motor has been manufactured using the highest quality materials and workmanship. All Intex
products have been inspected and found free of defects prior to leaving the factory. This Limited Warranty applies
only to the 12 Volt Trolling Motor.

The following provision is only valid within the European member states countries: The legal
regulation of Directive 1999/44/EC will not be effected by this Intex warranty.

This Limited Warranty applies only to the original purchaser and is not transferable. This Limited Warranty is valid
for a period of two (2) years from the date of the initial retail purchase. Keep your original sales receipt with this
manual, as proof of purchase will be required and must accompany warranty claims or the Limited Warranty is
invalid.

If a manufacturing defect is found within this two (2) years period, please contact the appropriate Intex Service
Center listed in this manual. The Service Center will determine the validity of the claim. If the Service Center
directs you to return the product, please carefully package the product and send with
shipping and insurance prepaid to the Service Center. Upon receipt of the returned product, the Intex
Service Center will inspect the item and determine the validity of the claim. If the provisions of this
warranty cover the item, the item will be repaired or replaced at no charge.

Any and all disputes regarding the provisions of this Limited Warranty shall be brought before an informal dispute
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limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

This Limited Warranty does not apply if the 12 Volt Trolling Motor is subject to negligence, abnormal use or
operation, accident, improper operation, improper voltage or current contrary to operating instructions, or to
damage by circumstances beyond Intex’s control, including but not limited to, ordinary wear and tear and damage
caused by exposure to fire, flood, freezing, rain, or other external environmental forces. This Limited Warranty
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