Minn Kota TRAXXIS 55 [19/56] Controlling speed steering with the tiller

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ADjUSTING THE STEERING

You can lock your motor in a vertical position, angle it for shallow water or tilt it completely out of the water.

This motor offers variable forward and reverse speeds. The speed

control may be operated in either direction, forward or reverse.

Turn the tiller handle counterclockwise from (OFF) to increase

reverse speed and clockwise from (OFF) to increase forward speed.

Speed decreases as you approach (OFF) from either direction.

a. Firmly grasp the control head of the motor. (Do not

lift up on the motor for angular adjustment)

b. Press down and hold the Tilt Lock Button.

c. Tilt the motor forward or back to the desired position

within the mounting bracket.

d. Release the Tilt Lock Button and ensure the motor is

locked into the desired position.

Adjusting the Bracket

Controlling Speed & Steering with the Tiller

Steering Tension Knob

Tilt Lock Button

Quick Release

Depth Collar

Forward

Reverse

WARNING

When the motor is not in use, always turn the Tilt/Extend

Tiller handle to "OFF/STOW". If the handle is set or

accidentally engaged or bummped and is not positioned to

"OFF/STOW" the prop will turn on unexpectedly. The prop

may also turn on unexpectedly if the control board or 5

position switch fails. Prevent injury from a turning propeller

and always know how to quickly disengage the power or

correct the Tilt/Extend Tiller to turn the prop off.

WARNING

Be alert for unexpected boat movement when operating the

Traxxis. The boat may encounter sharp turns and jolts if the

steering is changed sharply or if broad changes in speed are

made while operating. Maintain balance and observe safe

motor operation.

WARNING

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.