Batteries And Charging - Nash BoatLife 45lb Manual Del Usuario

4. If necessary, repeat the procedure for the other blade until the propeller comes off.
5. If propeller pin is bent, replace it. Align pin (Fig. E) when refitting propeller and tighten nut securely.
Caution: Do not strike a bent propeller pin with a hammer to remove it, damage may occur that would not be covered by your warranty.

BATTERIES AND CHARGING

The recommended battery is a 12 volt deep cycle marine leisure battery.
WARNING: Be sure that all switches are in the OFF position before connecting the battery to the engine
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Always ensure the battery is disconnected before any inspection, cleaning or maintenance of your engine.
• Clean behind propeller after every use. Check for fishing line, vegetation or debris.
• Lubricate the mount and column every 2 weeks, apply a few drops of light machine oil at pivotal points.
• Clean electrical connections every month, inspect for loose or corroded terminals and frayed wires.
• Clean terminals with a wire brush and replace any frayed wires.
• Lack of maintenance may cause excessive heat and loss of power.
• Check all nuts, bolts and screws regularly, and physically check all hardware for tightness and security.
• Be sure to choose a well ventilated and dry location when storing the motor for long periods.
• Never leave the motor outside, as this may cause damaged to the magnet of the driving unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Loss of Power
• Propeller may be fouled.
• Ensure battery is disconnected.
• Remove propeller, clean and replace.
• Battery connections may be corroded. Clean with a wire brush and reconnect.
• Battery has low voltage. Recharge and check for bad cell.
• Water in lower unit will cause the lubricant to thicken and slow the motor.
Motor drains battery
• Line behind propeller.
• Ensure battery is disconnected.
• Remove propeller and check for line or weeds.
• Short or bad connection in wiring. Check wires in top housing.
• Battery has bad cell or has lost significant capacity due to extensive use.
Motor makes excessive noise or vibration
• Propeller fouled.
• Ensure battery is disconnected.
• Remove propeller, clean and replace.
• Check to see if propeller is secure. Check propeller nut and tighten if required.
• Bent armature. Remove propeller, set a medium speed and watch armature for wobble.
• Turn propeller by hand. It should turn freely with a slight magnet drag.
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