Minn Kota TRAXXIS 55 [14/56] Stowing and deploying the motor

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UsING & aDJUsTING THe MOTOR

a. Grab the back of the motor head or the motor shaft

and lift up. If the motor needs to be pulled into the

boat more, loosen the Steering Tension Knob to

adjust the Shaft.

b. While lifting up, tilt the motor into the boat. The

motor must be lifted approximately 1/2” to disengage

locking pins.

c. The Mounting Bracket will ratchet into a locked

position.

STOWING AND DEPLOYING THE MOTOR

TO STOW THE MOTOR WHEN HORIZONTAL

Steering

Tension

Knob

Mounting

Bracket

Tilt Lock

Button

Shaft

WARNING

When stowing or deploying the motor, keep ﬁngers clear of all hinge and pivot points and all moving parts. Practice proper ergonomics

when stowing and deploying the motor to prevent injury.

WARNING

Moving the motor creates a variety of pinch points. The motor head will create a pinch point if the Steering Tension Knob is loosened

and the motor head slides to the top of the Quick Release Depth Collar. Grasp the Shaft and prevent it from sliding all the way down to

prevent the pinch point. When adjusting the Mounting Bracket by engaging the Tilt Lock Button, watch for pinch points between the

Shaft and Mounting Bracket. Grasp the motor away from the area that may come in contact with another area of the motor to prevent

injury. Watch for pinch points between the Tilt/Extend Tiller when moving the motor, the position on the Tilt/Extend Tiller may create a

pinch point between it and the Control Head.

WARNING

When the motor is being transported, on water or land, it is important to place the motor completely out of water. The motor should be

positioned up close to the Mounting Bracket. Always secure the Steering Tension Knob and slide the Quick Release Depth Collar down

to the top of the Steering Tension Knob for added security during transport. This provides a secure stow and holds the motor in place

during transportation when it is subject to high levels of shock and vibration. Failure to secure the motor may result in injury or damage

to the unit.

1. Up

2. Over

3. Down