Minn Kota Riptide Fortrex 112 lb. [, ENG, 14 MB]

RIPTIDE ® FORTREX ® BOW-MOUNT TROLLING MOTOR USER MANUAL

Model: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Serial Number: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Purchase Date: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Store Where Purchased: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 floating 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. THANK YOU Thank you for choosing Minn Kota. We believe that you should spend more time fishing and less time positioning your boat. That’s why we build the smartest, toughest, most intuitive trolling motors on the water. Every aspect of a Minn Kota trolling motor is thought out and rethought until it’s good enough to bear our name. Countless hours of research and testing provide you the Minn Kota advantage that can truly take you “Anywhere. Anytime.” We don’t believe in shortcuts. We are Minn Kota. And we are never done helping you catch more fish. 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. LOCATING YOUR SERIAL NUMBER Your Minn Kota 11-character serial number is very important. It helps to determine the specific 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. CE MASTER USER MANUAL (FOR CE CERTIFIED MODELS) 2 | minnkotamotors.com ©2017 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. The serial number on your Riptide Fortrex is located located under the tiller handle. Made by Minn Kota Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. 121 Power Drive Mankato, MN 56001 USA Trolling Motors Produced in 2014 Riptide Fortrex 112/62 MODEL 1363660 SER NO M365 MK12345 EXAMPLE

minnkotamotors.com | 3 ©2017 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. TABLE OF CONTENTS Two-Year Limited Warranty 4 Features 5 Mount Installation 6-9 Battery & Wiring Installation 10-11 Boat Rigging & Product Installation 10 Conductor Gauge and Circuit Breaker Sizing Table 10 Push-to-Test Battery Meter 10 Selecting the Correct Batteries 11 How to Connect Batteries 11 Motor Wiring Diagram 12 Using & Adjusting The Motor 13-15 Stowing & Deploying the Motor 13 Adjusting the Depth of the Motor 14 Controlling Speed and Direction with the Tiller 14 Adjusting the Tilt/Extend Tiller 15 Service & Maintenance 16 Propeller Replacement 16 General Maintenance 16 Troubleshooting & Repair 17 Environmental Compliance Statements 18 Parts Diagram 19 Parts List 20-21

WARRANTY ON MINN KOTA SALTWATER 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 saltwater 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 commercially or for rental purposes. This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, blemishes that do not affect the operation of the product, or damage caused by accidents, abuse, alteration, modification, shipping damages, acts of God, negligence of the user or misuse, improper or insufficient 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 finds 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 specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state. 4 | minnkotamotors.com ©2017 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

minnkotamotors.com | 5 ©2017 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. FEATURES Specifications subject to change without notice. This diagram is for reference only and may differ from your actual motor. BowGuard 360° ® Breakaway Protection Battery Meter Lifetime Warranty Flexible Composite Shaft Propeller Mono-Arm Design Cool Quiet Power Motor Lift-Assist Depth Collar Knob Tilt/Extend Tiller Controls: On/Off, Speed, Forward/Reverse and Direction

6 | minnkotamotors.com ©2017 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. MOUNT INSTALLATION TOOLS AND RESOURCES REQUIRED: • Phillips Screw Driver • 1/4” Allen Wrench • Drill • 9/32” Drill Bit • 7/16” Box End Wrench • A second person to help with the installation ASSEMBLY OF MOTOR TO MOUNT 1. Place the mount on an elevated surface such as a workbench or tailgate of pickup. 2. Remove the 5/16” Allen screw and lock washer from the mount using an Allen wrench. 3. Align the key ways on the inside of the Bowguard with the end links on the mount. Lower the motor assembly straight down until seated. 4. Install the 5/16” Allen screw / lock washer and tighten to 10-12 ft/lbs. 5. Stow the motor into the flat position by pulling the rope/handle to disengage the latch bar, allowing the motor to fold into the flat position. 6. Once in the stowed or flat position, the gas spring pin can be installed. Follow the steps below to install the gas spring pin and spacers: • Locate the upper gas spring pin and spacers in bag assembly • Align the end of the gas spring with the holes in the outer arm. • Install pin, spacers and Phillips flat head screws, • Tighten screws until the heads are flush with the outer arm. NOTE: Screws have a pre-applied thread locker, DO NOT apply additional thread locker to screws as that may prevent future removal 7. Motor / mount can now be installed onto the boat. Proceed to next page for mounting instructions. ATTENTION: The 5/16” Allen screw must be tight when installed and periodically tightened to 10-12 ft/lbs (Step 4), which will allow the motor to be stowed properly. Tighten the Allen screw when the mount is in the deployed position. Allen Screw Keys Safety Latch

minnkotamotors.com | 7 ©2017 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. MOUNT INSTALLATION 2 1 INSTALLATION OF THE BOW-MOUNT We recommend that you have another person help with this procedure. 1. For installation, DO NOT REMOVE THE SHAFT/MOTOR FROM THE BOWGUARD. The Bowguard spring is under tension and must always remain secured. 2. Place the mount, with the motor in the fully stowed (ﬂat) position, on the deck of the boat: • The motor should be mounted as close to the centerline of the boat as possible when it is deployed (see illustration). • Make sure bow area under the chosen location is clear and unobstructed for drilling. • Make sure the motor rest is positioned far enough beyond the edge of the boat. The motor, as it is lowered into the water or raised into the boat, must not encounter any obstructions 3. Once in position, determine which bolt pattern to use (see below), mark at least 4 of the holes (2 on each side) in the bow plate and drill through with a 9/32” drill bit. Either pattern may be used when installing the motor. - Pattern 1: Minnkota 3” bolt pattern standard motors. - Pattern 2: Alternate 4” bolt pattern commonly used. NOTE: If pattern 2 is to be used, the right side plate must be removed to access the mounting holes in the bow plate. 4. Install hold down strap between the motor and deck of boat between second and third set of mounting holes. 5. Mount the plate to the bow through the drilled holes using the provided (1/4-20 x 3-1/2”) bolts, nuts and washers. NOTE: If possible, secure all sets of mounting bolts, nuts and washers. 6. Install the bow mount stabilizer (if included). See next section for installation instructions. WARNING: The gas assist lift mechanism in this unit is under HIGH SPRING PRESSURE when the motor is in the deployed position. DO NOT remove the Bowguard assembly from the mount without disconnecting one end of the gas spring (see Removal of Bowguard section). Failure to do this can create a condition where accidental pulling of the rope may cause the mount to spring open rapidly, striking anyone or anything in the direct path. Hold Down Strap

8 | minnkotamotors.com ©2017 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. MOUNT INSTALLATION Stabilizer Rod 3/4” 19.1mm Stabilizer Rod Bottom Bumper Threaded End Stabilizer Bracket INSTALLING THE BOWMOUNT STABILIZER 1. Place motor in the stowed position. 2. Unthread the composite rod from the bracket and attach bracket to the bottom of the Bowguard using the 5/16” cap screws and nuts. The nuts fit into pocket on the inside of the Bowguard behind the spring. NOTE: The bracket can be installed on the left or right side of the Bowguard. 3. Pull the bumper off the stabilizer rod and place the rod next to the bracket as shown in illustration. 4. Place the threaded end down onto the deck surface and mark the rod 3/4” above the top of the bracket. 5. Cut the rod to the mark and round the cut edge with a file or sandpaper. 6. Install the bottom bumper to the stabilizer rod and thread the rod into the bracket. 7. Adjust the stabilizer rod up or down to so that the tip just touches the support surface. See illustration below. WARNING: Adjusting the rod too tightly removes the end play needed for proper pin engagement and doing so could prevent the mount from fully latching in the stowed position. If installed correctly, the rod tip should lift off the deck about 1/4” without the mount unlatching. 8. Once adjusted, tighten the jam nut against the bracket, which will prevent the rod from turning. 9. Install top cap if threads are exposed.

minnkotamotors.com | 9 ©2017 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. MOUNT INSTALLATION REMOVAL OF THE BOWGUARD WARNING: The gas assist lift mechanism in this unit is under HIGH SPRING PRESSURE when the motor is in the deployed position. DO NOT remove the Bowguard assembly from the mount without disconnecting one end of the gas spring. Failure to do this can create a condition where accidental pulling of the rope may cause the mount to spring open rapidly, striking anyone or anything in the direct path. A) DISCONNECT THE GAS SPRING: You must disconnect the gas spring before removing the Bowguard assembly from the motor mount. To disconnect the gas springs, follow the instructions below: 1. With the mount in the stowed position, locate the upper cylinder pin. 2. Using two Phillips screwdrivers, remove 1 of the Phillips flat head screws. 3. Remove pin and spacers from outer arm. 4. Now it is safe to deploy the motor and remove the motor assembly. B) REMOVE THE BOWGUARD 1. Once you disconnect the gas spring, place the motor in the deployed position. 2. Remove the 5/16” cap screw and lock washer located on the top of the Bowguard, in front of the pull rope. 3. Lift motor/Bowguard assembly straight up until Bowguard is free from mount. NOTE: Rope and latch bar should never be pulled with the motor removed as the assembly is under HIGH PRESSURE. C) RE-ASSEMBLING THE BOWGUARD 1. Align the key ways on the inside of the Bowguard with the ends links on the mount. Lower the assembly straight down until seated Re-install the 5/16” cap screw and washer and tighten. 2. Reconnect the gas spring by following the steps below: • Locate the upper gas spring pin and spacers. • Align the end of the gas spring with the holes in the outer arm. • Install pin, spacers and Phillips flat head screws, • Tighten screws until the heads are flush with the outer arm. NOTE: Screws have a pre-applied thread locker, DO NOT apply additional thread locker to screws as that may prevent future removal. WARNING: Moving parts can crush or cut. Gas assist lift mechanism is under pressure. Disconnect gas spring before removing motor from mount. Do not pull rope until gas spring is disconnected. Phillips Screw Gas Spring Allen Screw Yoke Phillips Screw Spacer Gas Spring Pin

BOAT 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 qualified marine technician. The following specifications 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 qualified 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 Max Amp Draw Circuit Breaker Wire Extension Length * 5 feet 10 feet 15 feet 20 feet 25 feet 30 lb. 30 50 Amp @ 12 VDC 10 AWG 10 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG 4 AWG 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. PUSH-TO-TEST BATTERY METER This motor is equipped with a “push-to-test” battery meter. The LED light provides an accurate display of the remaining charge in the battery. It is only accurate when the motor is off . The meter reads as: • One light indicates recharge. • Two lights indicate low charge. • Three lights indicate good charge. • Four lights indicate full charge. Test with Motor Off 10 | minnkotamotors.com ©2017 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. BATTERY WIRING & INSTALLATION

Minn Kota Riptide Fortrex 112 lb. [, ENG, 14 MB]

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