Watersnake GPSmart Manuel utilisateur
GPSMART
BOW MOUNT GPS ELECTRIC MOTOR
OWNERS MANUAL
Includes quick release mount and 2 fobs.
Anchor locations can be adjusted in precise 5-ft increments.
Automatic compensation for wind, waves and cross current.
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CONTENTS
3 Specifications
4 General Information
5 Motor Drawing / Features
6 Installation Motor to Boat
7 Installation Deploying / Stowing
8 Installation Propeller
9 Installation Electrical
11 Modes of Operation Powering up Motor, Battery Level Indicator
12 Modes of Operation Thrust, Steering Modes
13 Modes of Operation Anchor, Adjusting Anchor, Storing Anchor Modes
14 Modes of Operation Re-call Anchor Site, Re-call last Anchor Site
15 Modes of Operation Tracking Mode, Adjust Tracking Speed, Adjust Tracking Course
16 Modes of Operation Route Mode - Storing
17 Modes of Operation Route Mode - Re-calling
18 Calibrations Centering, Manual Compass Calibration
19 Calibrations Automatic Compass Calibration
20 Wireless Control FOB Replacing battery
21 Wireless Control FOB Programming new Wireless FOB, Erasing FOB memory
22 Maintenance Storage
23 Maintenance Troubleshooting Guide
24 Spare Parts Schematic
25 Accessories Watersnake Motor Accessories
27 Notes
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WATERSNAKE ELECTRIC MOTORS
Congratulations and welcome to a world of silent motoring.
Powerful yet silent, the Watersnake electric motors are built to suit all angling
conditions. High quality materials, superior design and precision engineering
make these motors longwearing and reliable.
WARNING!
Please read manual completely before starting installation.
Failure to do so may result in accident and or injury.
SPECIFICATIONS
Anchor memory locations 4
Multi use memory locations (route or anchor) 8
Maximum coarse memory length 1000+ Miles*
Thrust rating 80lbs
Operating voltage 24 Volts DC
Amperage 0-42 Amps**
Recommended breaker rating 50 Amps
Propeller 3 Blade Weedless
Shaft Length 60 Inches
* The distance of a recorded route will in most cases be limited to the time it takes to traverse
or by the battery capacity to power the motor. The motor has enough memory to store over 1000
miles or 1600km of courses. ** System draw will alter with level of thrust going up to maximum
of 42 Amps at full thrust.
AS/NZS 4268: 2012 EMC COMPLIANCE
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GENERAL INFORMATION
The Waternsnake GPS motor has been optimized for use on 16
to 24 foot sport fishing boats, such as a typical bass or flats boat.
Generally speaking it can hold position in currents of 2+ knots
or wind speeds up to about 30 knots, assuming wave action is
not too great.
Boats larger than 24 feet, or those with larger draft or windage may require
higher amounts of thrust to maintain position under adverse conditions such as
high wind or current. Under fair weather conditions the system can generally
be expected to perform reasonably well on larger boats.
Installation on boats smaller than 16 feet, or those of lighter weight, may result
in overly aggressive movements. In extreme cases this could lead to injury or
even death.
It is recommended that a trained technician install the
Watersnake GPSMART Motor. Improper installation can
lead to poor performance, injury or even death. It is the
responsibility of the installer to verify proper installation.
DO NOT connect the Waternsnake GPS motor to a power
source until installation is completed.
The Waternsnake GPS motor utilizes sensors which will likely
be affected by nearby magnetic fields. DO NOT install unit with or
near anything that produces a magnetic field (steel, magnets, etc.)
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Integrated quick
release bracket
Quick lock and
release lever
Weedless
propeller
Motor Assembly
unit
Composite
shaft
Handle
Head unit
Depth adjustment
collar
Remote control unit.
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It is recommended that you read these assembly instructions prior to
installing your Watersnake GPSMART Motor. Improper installation can
lead to poor performance or injury. It is the responsibility of the
installer to verify proper installation.
ATTACHING THE MOTOR TO THE BOAT
The GPSmart motor integrates a quick release bracket mechanism.
Attach the bracket to the bow of the boat, taking care to ensure it is on the
centreline of the boat and placed forward enough so that when the motor is
attached the shaft of the motor is not making contact with the boats gunwale
rubber. With the bracket in position, mark the holes for drilling, ensuring as
you do that the bow area below the mounting location is clear and accessible.
Attach the bottom Nylon bracket to the bow using the stainless steel bolts,
nuts and washers provided. It is important when doing this work that the boat
is level.
1. Attach top plate to the bracket
2. Attach bottom plate to the boat.
3. Position motor bracket over top of bottom plate.
4. Push steel locking wire into locking plate
Watersnake Distribution accepts no liability for injury or damage caused while
drilling/mounting this motor. Please wear appropriate protective clothing and
eyewear/ face shield.
PLEASE NOTE:
1.
2.
Top plate (Attach to motor mount)
Bottom plate (Attach to boat)
Locking wire. Plates fitted and locked together.
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DEPLOYING THE UNIT
Loosen the depth adjustment collar and
slide it up the shaft to a position that will
give the desired motor depth. Firmly hand
tighten the adjustment knob to secure the
collar.
Step on the Tilt/Lock Lever and slide the
motor forward until the lower unit is clear of
the storage cradle.
Carefully tilt the unit forward and lower the
motor until the depth adjustment collar is
engaged with the steering bosses. The
Tilt/Lock Lever can be released as soon
as the motor begins to tilt. Once the unit is
fully deployed, verify that the lever has fully
returned to its up and locked position.
STOWING THE UNIT
Step on the Tilt/Lock Lever. Grasping the
head of the unit, pull it up and then back
until the lower unit rests securely in the
storage cradle. Release the Tilt/Lock Lever
and verify that it returns fully to its up and
locked position. Slide the depth adjustment
collar down until it is in contact with
the steering bosses, then very firmly hand
tighten the adjustment knob to secure the
unit. Done properly the unit cannot deploy.
Warning: Failure to secure the unit with the depth adjustment collar when
stowed can result in accidental deployment during extremely rough pounding
seas which will not be covered by the warranty.
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ATTACHING THE PROPELLER
Before doing anything with the propeller, ensure the cables to
the battery are disconnected.
1: Place shear pin in shaft as shown.
2: Align the propeller against the shear pin on the shaft
(there is a groove on the back of the propeller which the
shear pin needs to slot into)
and then tighten the propeller nut securely.
1
2
Shear Pin
Propeller Shaft
Propeller
Propeller
Nut
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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
The Watersnake GPSmart motor requires 24 Volts DC to Operate. Typically,
(2) 12V deep-cycle marine batteries are used.
BASIC INSTALLATION
Your Watersnake GPSmart system is provided with a factory installed 6’ power
cord with 5/16”ring terminals for connection to breaker/battery terminals
or power lugs. Please note that it is mandatory to install a fuse or breaker
protection for the system circuit. This protection should be rated for 50A, 24V.
If you boat is already wired with a 24 volt power system with appropriate circuit
protection, simply connect the white wire to the positive lug and the black wire
to the negative lug. Should you boat use a trolling motor plug or not have a
24 volt trolling motor circuit, please refer to additional instructions below or
contact an approved system installer.
PLUG INSTALLATION
If your boat is already wired with a 24 volt trolling motor battery system it may
be necessary to install a plug on the end of the main power conductor in order
to work with your boat.
There are many different plugs on the market, but generally it is possible to
obtain the appropriate plug from your local boating supply store. Please make
sure that the plug you install is rated for 50A, 24V. Should you have difficulty
locating the appropriate plug,please contact your nearest Watersnake dealer ,
and we will do our best to assist you.
Batteries produce and contain harmful materials that may result in personal
injury and/or property damage if improperly used. Refer to your battery
manufacturer’s guidelines for charging, discharging, storage and care instructions.
Be sure all switches/circuit breakers are in the OFF position and fuses are
removed when making battery connections. Failure to do so may result in
personal injury and/or property damage.
DO NOT connect the trolling motor batteries to any other device, including the
main outboard engine.
Verify that all conductors and connectors are rated for at least 50 Amperes
and 24VDC. All circuits MUST be protected using a 50A fuse or circuit breaker
in series with the positive lead. Failure to do so may result in personal injury and/or
property damage.
The following process is of moderate difficulty. Should you not feel comfortable
performing the steps listed below, we recommend that you contact an
authorized installer to complete this process for you.
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This process is of moderate difficulty and should only be attempted by experienced
technicians. We recommend that you contact an authorized installer to complete
this process for you.
Once the appropriate plug is obtained, it will need to be installed on the
power cord. Depending on the location of the socket relative to your system
it may be appropriate to trim the main power conductor to a shorter length.
If shortening the power cable, be sure to leave adequate length to complete
the connection to the plug and allow for the plug to be inserted with a small
amount of slack remaining. Generally you should have 6” to 12” of slack in the
cable when plugged in.
Using a volt meter, determine the positive 24 volt and ground (negative)
terminals on the socket and plug. Following the instructions provided with
the plug, connect the white power wire to the positive 24 volt terminal and the
black power wire to the negative terminal.
When complete, reinstall any fuses or turn on your circuit breaker and
insert the plug into the socket. At this point you should hear the system beep
indicating that it is getting power.
COMPLETE ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
If your boat is not already equipped with a 24 volt battery power system it will
be necessary to install one.
A 24 volt trolling motor battery system will generally consist of two, 12 volt
deep cycle batteries, #6 (or larger for long runs) power conductors, a 24v, 50A
rated circuit breaker, a 24v, 50A rated receptacle, and optionally a permanently
installed 24v battery charger as per the following wiring schematic. If you plan
to attempt a complete installation yourself, please feel free to contact your
nearest Watersnake dealer for additional guidance and information.
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