MINN KOTA ULTERRA Owner's Manual

ULTERRA™ WITH i-PILOT

BOW-MOUNT TROLLING MOTOR

OWNER'S MANUAL

CE MASTER USER MANUAL (FOR CE/C-TICK CERTIFIED MODELS)

Conforms to 89/336/EEC (EMC) under standards EN 55022A, EN 50082-2 since 1996 LN V9677264

THAnK YOU

Thank you for purchasing the Minn Kota Ulterra electric steer trolling motor. This motor provides the ultimate hands-free operation

Thank you for choosing Minn Kota. We believe that you should spend more time ﬁ shing and less time positioning your boat. by giving the user automatic stow and deploy and power trim as well as all the other Minn Kota electric steer motor features that

That’s why we build the smartest, toughest, most intuitive trolling motors on the water. Every aspect of a Minn Kota trolling motor users have grown to love. The simplicity of use maximizes your time on the water and ensures you spend your time ﬁshing. By

is thought out and rethought until it’s good enough to bear our name. Countless hours of research and testing provide you the following the instructions provided in this manual, you will learn how to properly install and operate your new Ulterrra for years of

Minn Kota advantage that can truly take you “Anywhere. Anytime.” We don’t believe in shortcuts. We are Minn Kota. And we are trouble-free use. We encourage you to read this manual thoroughly in order to maximize your product experience.

never done helping you catch more ﬁ sh.

REMEMBER TO KEEP YOUR RECEIPT AND IMMEDIATELY REGISTER YOUR TROLLING MOTOR.

A registration card is enclosed or you can complete registration on our website at minnkotamotors.com.

NOTE: Do not return your Minn Kota motor to your retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to repair or replace this unit. You may obtain service by: calling Minn Kota at (800) 227-6433; returning your motor to the Minn Kota Factory Service Center; sending or taking your motor to any Minn Kota authorized service center. A list of authorized service centers is available on our website, at minnkotamotors.com. Please include proof of purchase, serial number and purchase date for warranty service with any of the above options.

Please thoroughly read this user manual. Follow all instructions and heed all safety and cautionary notices below. Use of this motor is only permitted for persons that have read and understood these user instructions. Minors may use this motor only under adult supervision.

ATTENTION: Never run the motor out of the water, as this may result in injuries from the rotating propeller. The motor should be disconnected from the power source when it is not in use or is oﬀ the water. When connecting the power-supply cables of the motor to the battery, ensure that they are not kinked or subject to chafe and route them in such a way that persons cannot trip over them. Before using the motor make sure that the insulation of the power cables is not damaged. Disregarding these safety precautions may result in electric shorts of battery(s) and/or motor. Always disconnect motor from battery(s) before cleaning or checking the propeller. Avoid submerging the complete motor as water may enter the lower unit through control head and shaft. If the motor is used while water is present in the lower unit considerable damage to the motor can occur. This damage will not be covered by warranty.

CAUTION: Take care that neither you nor other persons approach the turning propeller too closely, neither with body parts nor with objects. The motor is powerful and may endanger or injure you or others. While the motor is running watch out for persons swimming and for ﬂ oating objects. Persons whose ability to run the motor or whose reactions are impaired by alcohol, drugs, medication, or other substances are not permitted to use this motor. This motor is not suitable for use in strong currents. The constant noise pressure level of the motor during use is less than 70dB(A). The

overall vibration level does not exceed 2,5m/sec2. You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of your vessel. We have designed Ulterra to be an accurate and reliable tool that will enhance boat operation and improve your ability to catch ﬁsh. This product does not relieve you from the responsibility for safe operation of your boat. You must avoid hazards to navigation and always maintain a permanent watch so you can respond to situations as they develop. You must always be prepared to regain manual control of your boat. Learn to operate your Ulterra in an area free from hazards and obstacles.

LOCATING YOUR SERIAL NUMBER

Your Minn Kota 11-character serial number is very important. It helps to determine the speciﬁ c model and year of manufacture. When contacting

Consumer Service or registering your product, you will need to know your product’s serial number. We recommend that you write the serial number

down in the space provided below so that you have it available for future reference.

The serial number on your Ulterra is located inside the mount near the motor rests.

Made by Minn Kota Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. 121 Power Drive Mankato, MN 56001 USA Trolling Motors Produced in 2012

Ulterra 80/US2 - 45” w/i-Pilot

MODEL 1358902

SER NO P365 MK12345

EXAMPLE

Model: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Serial Number: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Purchase Date: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Store Where Purchased: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

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TAbLE Of COnTEnTs

Introduction 2 Two-Year Limited Warranty 4-5

Warranty on Minn Kota i-Pilot® and i-Pilot® Link™ Wireless GPS Trolling System 4 Warranty on Minn Kota Freshwater Trolling Motors 5 Features 6 -7 Motor Features 6 Control Panel Features 7 i-Pilot Remote Features 7 Foot Pedal Features 7

Mount Installation 8-11 Battery & Wiring Installation 12-13

Boat Rigging & Product Installation 12 Conductor Gauge and Circuit Breaker Sizing Table 12 Selecting the Correct Batteries 13 How to Connect Batteries 13

Motor Wiring Diagram 14 Getting Started 15-19

Knowing Your Remote 15-17 Knowing Your i-Pilot Controller 17-1 9 System Startup 19

Manual Control 20-21 GPS Motor Control 22-30

Spot-Lock 23-24 Cruise Control 25 AutoPilot/Advanced AutoPilot 26-27 Track Recording/Playback 28-30

Using Your Foot Pedal 31-3 3 Emergency Stow Procedure 34-35 Adjustments 36 Service & Maintenance 37 Troubleshooting 38-40 Frequently Asked Questions 41-42 Parts Diagram 43-44 Parts List 45-47 Compliance Statements 48-49

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TWO-YEAR LImITEd WARRAnTY

WARRAnTY On mInn KOTA i-PILOT® And i-PILOT® LInK™ WIRELEss gPs

TROLLIng sYsTEm ACCEssORY

Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. (“JOME”) extends the following limited warranty to the original retail purchaser only. Warranty coverage is not transferable.

mInn KOTA LImITEd TWO-YEAR WARRAnTY On THE EnTIRE PROdUCT

JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the purchaser’s new Minn Kota i-Pilot® or i-Pilot® Link™ Wireless GPS Trolling System Accessory will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within two (2) years after the date of purchase. JOME will (at its option) either repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty. Such repair, or replacement shall be the sole and exclusive liability of JOME and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach of this warranty.

EXCLUsIOns And LImITATIOns

This limited warranty does not apply to products that have been used commercially or for rental purposes. This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, blemishes that do not aﬀ ect the operation of the product, or damage caused by accidents, abuse, alteration, modiﬁ cation, shipping damages, acts of God, negligence of the user or misuse, improper or insuﬃ cient care or maintenance. DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE USE OF OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT MEETING THE DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS OF THE ORIGINAL PARTS WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANT Y. The cost of normal maintenance or replacement parts which are not in breach of the limited warranty are the responsibility of the purchaser. Prior to using products, the purchaser shall determine the suitability of the products for the intended use and assumes all related risk and liability. Any assistance JOME provides to or procures for the purchaser outside the terms, limitations or exclusions of this limited warranty will not constitute a waiver of the terms, limitations or exclusions, nor will such assistance extend or revive the warranty. JOME will not reimburse the purchaser for any expenses incurred by the purchaser in repairing, correcting or replacing any defective products or parts, except those incurred with JOME’s prior written permission. JOME’S AGGREGATE

LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO COVERED PRODUCTS IS LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASER’S ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR SUCH PRODUCT.

HOW TO ObTAIn WARRAnTY sERVICE

To obtain warranty service in the U.S., the product believed to be defective, and proof of original purchase (including the date of purchase), must be presented to Minn Kota’s factory service center in Mankato, MN. Any charges incurred for service calls, transportation or shipping/freight to/from the factory, labor to haul out, remove, re-install or re-rig products removed for warranty service, or any other similar items are the sole and exclusive responsibility of the purchaser. Products purchased outside of the U.S. must be returned prepaid with proof of purchase (including the date of purchase and serial number) to any Authorized Minn Kota Service Center in the country of purchase. Warranty service can be arranged by contacting the factory at 1-800-227-6433 or email service@ minnkotamotors.com. Products repaired or replaced will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period [or for 90 days

from the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer]. For any product that is returned for warranty service that JOME ﬁ nds to be not covered by or not in breach of this limited warranty, there will be a billing for services rendered at the prevailing posted labor rate and for a minimum of at least one hour.

NOTE: Do not return your Minn Kota product to your retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to repair or replace products.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE RELEVANT EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL JOME BE LIABLE FOR PUNITIVE, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. Without limiting the foregoing, JOME assumes no responsibility for loss of use of product, loss of time, inconvenience or other damage.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you speciﬁ c legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.

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TWO-YEAR LImITEd WARRAnTY

WARRAnTY On mInn KOTA fREsHWATER TROLLIng mOTORs

Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. (“JOME”) extends the following limited warranty to the original retail purchaser only. Warranty coverage is not transferable.

mInn KOTA LImITEd TWO-YEAR WARRAnTY On THE EnTIRE PROdUCT

JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the purchaser’s new Minn Kota freshwater trolling motor will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within two (2) years after the date of purchase. JOME will (at its option) either repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty. Such repair, or replacement shall be the sole and exclusive liability of JOME and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach of this warranty.

mInn KOTA LImITEd LIfETImE WARRAnTY On COmPOsITE sHAfT

JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the composite shaft of the purchaser’s Minn Kota trolling motor will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within the original purchaser’s lifetime. JOME will provide a new composite shaft, free of charge, to replace any composite shaft found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty. Providing a new composite shaft shall be the sole and exclusive liability of JOME and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach of this warranty; and purchaser shall be responsible for installing, or for the cost of labor to

install, any new composite shaft provided by JOME.

EXCLUsIOns & LImITATIOns

This limited warranty does not apply to products that have been used in saltwater or brackish water, commercially or for rental purposes. This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, blemishes that do not aﬀ ect the operation of the product, or damage caused by accidents, abuse, alteration, modiﬁ cation, shipping damages, acts of God, negligence of the user or misuse, improper or insuﬃ cient care or maintenance. DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE USE OF

OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT MEETING THE DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS OF THE ORIGINAL PARTS WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. The cost of normal maintenance or replacement parts which are not in breach of the limited warranty are the responsibility

of the purchaser. Prior to using products, the purchaser shall determine the suitability of the products for the intended use and assumes all related risk and liability. Any assistance JOME provides to or procures for the purchaser outside the terms, limitations or exclusions of this limited warranty will not constitute a waiver of the terms, limitations or exclusions, nor will such assistance extend or revive the warranty. JOME will not reimburse the purchaser for any expenses incurred by the purchaser in repairing, correcting or replacing any defective products or parts, except those incurred with JOME’s prior written permission.

JOME’S AGGREGATE LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO COVERED PRODUCTS IS LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASER’S ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR SUCH PRODUCT.

mInn KOTA sERVICE InfORmATIOn

To obtain warranty service in the U.S., the product believed to be defective, and proof of original purchase (including the date of purchase), must be presented to a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center or to Minn Kota’s factory service center in Mankato, MN. Any charges incurred for service calls, transportation or shipping/freight to/from the Minn Kota Authorized Service Center or factory, labor to haul out, remove, re-install or re-rig products removed for warranty service, or any other similar items are the sole and exclusive responsibility of the purchaser. Products purchased outside of the U.S. must be returned prepaid with proof of purchase (including the date of purchase and serial number) to any Authorized Minn Kota Service Center in the country of purchase. Warranty service can be arranged by contacting a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center or by contacting the factory at 1-800-227-6433 or email service@minnkotamotors.com.

Products repaired or replaced will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period [or for 90 days from the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer]. For any product that is returned for warranty service that JOME ﬁ nds to be not covered by or not in breach of this limited warranty, there will be a billing for services rendered at the prevailing posted labor rate and for a minimum of at least one hour.

NOTE: Do not return your Minn Kota product to your retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to repair or replace products.

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fEATUREs

mOTOR fEATUREs

Integrated i-Pilot Control Head

Power Trim

Power Stow/Deploy

Lifetime Warranty Flexible Composite Shaft

Multi-Function

Footpedal

Weedless Wedge 2 Propeller

Speciﬁcations subject to change without notice. *This diagram is for reference only and may diﬀer from your actual motor.

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Cool Quiet

Power Motor

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fEATUREs

i-PILOT REmOTE

For complete details on this remote, see page 16 of this manual.

Momentary/Constant

utoPilot "ON"/"OFF"

Momentary On

"ON"/"OFF"

Heel/Toe Steering

Mode

Speed Control

Spot-Lock

Right Steer/Trim Down

Stow/Deploy/Prop “ON”/”OFF”

Left Steer / Trim Up

fOOT PEdAL fEATUREs

❙

STEM READY

POWER

STATUS

Power Button: Press the power button to turn the motor on or oﬀ . Once power button is pressed, power will remain on for

1.5 hours in the absence of any button presses, when motor is stowed. Press and hold for two seconds to turn motor oﬀ .

Status (red LED): The motor is equipped with a status indicator. The indicator will ﬂ ash when the motor is stowing or deploying and will be lit continuously when fully stowed and oﬀ when deployed while the power is on.

System Ready (green LED): The motor is equipped with a system ready indicator. The indicator light will be illuminated when the motor is connected to power and switched on.

COnTROL PAnEL

ARTs InCLUdEd

✒

Your new Ulterra comes out of the box with everything you’ll need for direct to boat mounting. This

motor can be direct mounted to the boat or coupled with a Minn Kota quick release bracket for ease of mounting and removal. For compatible quick release mounting brackets and to locate your nearest dealer, visit minnkotamotors.com. Please review the parts list and tools needed for installation prior to getting started.

PARTs LIsT

A. (1) Ulterra Trolling Motor

B. (1) Washer, Prop

C. (1) ⅜"–24 Locknut, Prop

D. (1) Lower Unit Emergency Strap

E. (1) Universal Sonar Extension Cable (Pre-Installed)

F. (1) 3/16" x 1.00" Pin, Prop

G. Weedless Wedge 2 Prop

H. (1) i-Pilot Remote Lanyard

(includes lanyard rope with (1) loop clip and (1) carabiner clip)

I. (1) i-Pilot Remote

J. (1) Foot Pedal

K. Mounting Hardware Bag

L. Manual CD (not pictured)

M. Installation Guide (not pictured)

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Installation Instructions:

1. Remove the four sideplate screws. Remove sideplates to access the mounting holes. (Figure 1)

2. Remove the two 5/16” e-clips retaining the extension damper. Remove the extension damper to expose the front left mounting hole. (Figure 2)

3. Place the motor on the bow of the boat. It is recommended that the motor be mounted as close to the centerline of the boat as possible. Make sure the slot on the underside of the mounting base is aligned with the rubrail of the boat. This will ensure that the shaft has a minimum clearance of 1-1/2” when it is deployed. (Figure 3 & 4)

4. Once the motor is positioned, mark at minimum, four of the six holes that are located farthest apart (at least two on each side). Make sure the area under the mounting location is clear to drill holes and install nuts and washers. Drill through the marked holes using a 5/16” drill bit.

Parts Included:

Description Qty.

Screw, 1/4-20 x 2” HH SS 6

Screw, 1/4-20 x 0.5 HH SS 6

Washer-Clipped, 1/4”, 1” OD 6

Nut, 1/4-20 Nylock SS 6

Washer, 1/4” Flat 18-8 SS 6

Washer-Mounting, Rubber 6

Tools and Resources Required:

• Drill

• 5/16” Drill Bit

• 7/16” Wrench

• 9/16” Wrench (for prop)

• Wire Ties (for cable routing)

• Phillips Screwdriver

• Flat Blade Screwdriver

Figure 1 Figure 2

Figure 3 Figure 4

5/16” e-clip

Extension Damper

Align Slot with Rubrail

Side Plate

Side Plate Screws

Figure 4

Figure 1

Figure 3

Figure 2

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InsTALLATIOn

5. Mount the motor to the boat using the provided hardware. Install the hex head bolts and clipped washers on the right side of the motor as viewed from the boat interior. (Figure 5) Motor can then be slid into place utilizing the slots on the motor base plate. Clipped washer should be oriented with the ﬂ at portion against the mounting base. (Figure 6)

Figure 5 Figure 6

1/4-20 x 2” Screw

1/4” Clipped Washer

(ﬂ at side facing

1/4-20 x 2” Screw with 1/4” Clipped Washer

(ﬂ at side facing mounting base)

mounting base)

1/4” Flat Washer

Reinstall the extension damper with the shaft facing toward the interior of the boat. Reinstall the e-clips. (Figure 7)

Figure 8Figure 7

Figure 7

Figure 8

Rubber Mounting Washer

1/4-20 Nylock Nut

Shaft Side of Damper

Replace the sideplates and sideplate screws by hand using a Phillips screwdriver. (Figure 8) Note: Do not use a power tool to install these screws. Connect the motor to power and sonar cable to depth ﬁ nder using the appropriate adapter cable (sold separately).

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mOUnTIng OPTIOns

The user has the option of stowing with the prop orented in or out to accommodate diﬀ erent boat cover conﬁ gurations. Follow the procedure below to change prop orientation.

1. Turn power on and deploy motor using the stow/deploy button on footpedal or remote (see the Manual Control section or Ulterra

Functions for deploying instructions). CAUTION: When deploying, ensure the motor doesn’t contact boat or trailer.

2. Turn the motor oﬀ .

3. Pull out manual trim release handle located on the side of trim housing. (Figure 9)

Figure 9

Trim Handle

4. While holding trim release handle, lift up shaft/trim housing and rotate 180 degrees. (Figure 10)

5. Lower shaft and trim housing onto the steering housing. Seat trim housing by holding out manual trim release handle and orienting

trim housing onto steering housing. (Figure 11)

Figure 10

Figure 11

6. Turn on power at the motor power button.

7. Stow the motor using the stow/deploy button on footpedal or remote. The lower unit will stow with the prop in the desired

orientation. (Figure 12 & Figure 13)

Figure 12

PROP OUT

Figure 13

PROP In

WARNING: When raising/lowering motor or operating the tilt mechanism, keep ﬁ ngers clear of all hinge and pivot points and all moving parts.

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bATTERY WIRIng & InsTALLATIOn

T RIggIng & PROdUCT InsTALLATIOn

☞✁✂

For safety and compliance reasons, we recommend that you follow American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) standards when rigging your boat. Altering boat wiring should be completed by a qualiﬁ ed marine technician. The following speciﬁ cations are for general guidelines only: CAUTION: These guidelines apply to general rigging to support your Minn Kota motor. Powering multiple motors or additional electrical devices from the same power circuit may impact the recommended conductor gauge and circuit breaker size. If you are using wire longer than that provided with your unit, follow the conductor gauge and circuit breaker sizing table below. If your wire extension length is more than 25 feet, we recommend that you contact a qualiﬁ ed marine technician. An over-current protection device (circuit breaker or fuse) must be used. Coast Guard requirements dictate 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 table below gives recommended guidelines for circuit breaker sizing.

Reference:

United States Code of Federal Regulations: 33 CFR 183 – Boats and Associated Equipment ABYC E-11: AC and DC Electrical Systems on Boats

COndUCTOR gAUgE And CIRCUIT bREAKER sIZIng TAbLE

Motor Thrust /

Model

30 lb. 30 40 lb., 45 lb. 42 10 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG 4 AWG 4 AWG 50 lb., 55 lb. 50 60 Amp @ 12 VDC 8 AWG 6 AWG 4 AWG 4 AWG 2 AWG

70 lb. 42 50 Amp @ 24 VDC 10 AWG 10 AWG 8 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG

80 lb. 56 60 Amp @ 24 VDC 8 AWG 8 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG 6 AWG

101 lb. 46 50 Amp @ 36 VDC 8 AWG 8 AWG 8 AWG 8 AWG 8 AWG

Engine Mount 101 50 60 Amp @ 36 VDC 8 AWG 6 AWG 4 AWG 4 AWG 2 AWG

112 lb. 52 60 Amp @ 36 VDC 8 AWG 8 AWG 8 AWG 8 AWG 8 AWG

Engine Mount 160 116 (2) x 60 Amp @ 24 VDC 2 AWG 2 AWG 2 AWG 2 AWG 2 AWG

E-Drive 40 50 Amp @ 48 VDC 10 AWG 10 AWG 10 AWG 10 AWG 10 AWG

This conductor and circuit breaker sizing table is only valid for the following assumptions:

1. No more than 3 conductors are bundled together inside of a sheath or conduit outside of engine spaces.

2. Each conductor has 105° C temp rated insulation.

3. No more than 5% voltage drop allowed at full motor power based on published product power requirements.

*Wire Extension Length refers to the distance from the batteries to the trolling motor leads.

Max Amp Draw Circuit Breaker

5 feet 10 feet 15 feet 20 feet 25 feet

10 AWG 10 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG 4 AWG

50 Amp @ 12 VDC

Wire Extension Length *

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sELECTIng THE CORRECT bATTERIEs

The motor will operate with any lead acid, deep cycle marine 12 volt battery/batteries. For best results, use a deep cycle, marine battery with at least a 105 ampere hour rating. Maintain battery at full charge. Proper care will ensure having battery power when you need it, and will signiﬁ cantly improve the battery life. Failure to recharge lead-acid batteries (within 12-24 hours) is the leading cause of premature battery failure. Use a multi-stage charger to avoid overcharging. We oﬀ er a wide selection of chargers to ﬁ t your charging needs. If you are using a crank battery to start a gasoline outboard, we recommend that you use a separate deep cycle marine battery/batteries for your Minn Kota trolling motor.

Advice Regarding Batteries:

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Never connect the (+) and the (–) terminals of the battery together. Take care that no metal object can fall onto the battery and short the terminals. This would immediately lead to a short and extreme ﬁ re danger.

It is highly recommended that a circuit breaker or fuse be used with this trolling motor. Refer to “Conductor Gauge and Circuit Breaker Sizing Table” in the previous section to ﬁ nd the appropriate circuit breaker or fuse for your motor. For motors requiring a 60-amp breaker, the Minn Kota MKR-19 60-amp circuit breaker is recommended.

COnnECTIng THE bATTERIEs In sERIEs (If REQUIREd fOR YOUR mOTOR)

24 VOLT sYsTEms:

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

2. Two 12 volt batteries are required.

3. The batteries must be wired in series, only as directed in wiring

To trolling motor negative

24 Volt Connection

diagram, to provide 24 volts. a. Connect a connector cable to the positive ( + ) terminal of

battery 1 and to the negative ( – ) terminal of battery 2.

Neg - Neg -Pos + Pos +

b. Connect positive ( + ) red motor lead to

positive ( + ) terminal on battery 2.

Battery #1 (Low Side)

c. Connect negative ( – ) black motor lead to

negative ( – ) terminal of battery 1.

24 Volt Series Connection

4. For safety reasons do not switch the motor on until the propeller is in the water. If installing a leadwire plug, observe proper polarity and follow instructions in your boat owner’s manual. See wiring diagram on following pages.

CAUTION

• For safety reasons, disconnect the motor from the battery or batteries when the motor is not in use or while

+24 Volts to trolling motor positive (or circuit breaker)

Battery #2 (High Side)

36 VOLT sYsTEms:

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

2. Three 12 volt batteries are required.

To trolling motor negative

24 Volt Connection 36 Volt Connection

+36 Volts to trolling motor positive (or circuit breaker)

3. The batteries must be wired in series, only as directed in wiring diagram, to provide 36 volts. a. Connect a connector cable to the positive

( + ) terminal of battery 1 and to the negative ( – ) terminal of battery 2 and another connector cable from the positive ( + ) terminal of battery 2 to the negative

( – ) terminal of battery of battery 3. b. Connect positive ( + ) red motor lead to positive ( + ) terminal on battery 3. c. Connect negative ( – ) black motor lead to negative ( – ) terminal of battery 1.

CAUTION

• Improper wiring of 24/36 volt systems could cause battery explosion!

Neg - Neg - Neg -Pos + Pos + Pos +

Battery #1 (Low Side)

Battery #2 (Middle) Battery #3 (High Side)

36 Volt Series Connection

• Keep leadwire wing nut connection tight and solid to battery terminals.

• Locate battery in a ventilated compartment.

• For safety reasons, disconnect the motor from the battery or batteries when the motor is not in use or while

the battery/batteries are being charged.

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WIRIng dIAgRAm

NOTE: This is a universal, multi-voltage diagram. Double-check your motor's voltage for proper connections. Over-Current Protection Devices not shown in this illustration.

Control Head

Red Motor +

Black Motor -

Bonding/Grounding

Universal Sonar 2 Extension Cable

Ulterra Mode (Amber)

Ethernet Cable *i-Pilot Link Models Only

Accessory

Coil Cord

AutoPilot (Red) Spot-Lock (Blue)

Constant (Green)

Accessory

Black Motor -

Bonding/Grounding

Red Slip Ring +

Black Slip Ring -

Red Trim Motor +

Black Trim Motor -

Gear Sensor

Trim Module

Cam Sensor

Tilt Sensor

Plunger Sensor

Red Motor +

Power On Button

Status (Red)

Power (Green)

Mode Sensor

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Motor

24 Volt

36 Volt

- +

Battery 1

- +

Battery 1

- +- +

- +

Battery 2

- +- +

- +

Battery 2

Foot Pedal

- +- +

- +

Battery 3

Tilt Motor

Spot-Lock Sensor

Speed Adjustment

Red Battery +

Black Battery -

Steering Power

Slip Ring Red +

Steering Count Sensor

Slip Ring Black -

Steering Module

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gETTIng sTARTEd

KnOWIng YOUR REmOTE

LAYOUT

The i-Pilot remote is divided into four sections: Manual Control, Tracks, Spot-Lock, and Cruise Control/AutoPilot. Buttons in the Manual Control section of the remote do not require a GPS signal to operate and give you full, immediate control over steering, speed and prop functions similar to a CoPilot. All other buttons require a minimum GPS signal strength of one bar in order to operate. Buttons located in the Tracks section are used for track recording and playback. Spot-Lock buttons are located in the Spot-Lock section. Cruise Control/AutoPilot are located in the Cruise Control/AutoPilot section.

COnsTRUCTIOn

The remote is waterproof and ﬂ oats.

RAngE

The range of the remote will be greatly reduced if it is used near or mounted to any metal object including aluminum or steel. It is also recommended that the front end of the remote not be obstructed during use.

bATTERY LIfE

Remote battery life is subject to frequency of use and is especially impacted by how often the LCD backlight is used. When the remote battery is low, conserve battery power.

POWER

When a button is pressed on the remote it will automatically turn on. To turn the remote oﬀ press and hold remote will automatically turn itself oﬀ thirty minutes after the last button press if a learned i-Pilot controller is powered up and within transmitting range. The remote will turn oﬀ after three seconds if the i-Pilot controller is powered down or out of transmitting range.

KEYPAd LOCK

The user can lock the keypad during use to help avoid accidental key activations. To lock or unlock the keypad, press and hold 3 seconds. When the keypad is locked, ﬁ rst turned on.

mOTOR bATTERY sTATUs

The motor battery status graphic on the remote ( ) will display trolling motor battery voltage. When the prop is on, the battery voltage will not display. The battery voltage meter will reappear once prop is oﬀ. This is to ensure that accurate battery charge information is communicated.

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