Motorguide VariMAX Bedienungsanleitung

eng i Thank YouThank you for choosing MotorGuide® VariMAX™. With VariMAX,MotorGuide capitalized on many years of experience to provideyou with a mot

GENERAL INFORMATION 6 engPassenger Safety MessageWhenever the boat is in motion, observe the location of all passengers.A sudden reduction in boat s

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 7 Report accidents. Boat operators are required by law to file a BoatingAccident Report with their state boating law enforcem

PRODUCT OVERVIEW AND ASSEMBLY 8 engComponent IdentificationTRANSOM MOUNTa - Top housingb - BluVis function displayc - Cam lockd - Extendable speed c

PRODUCT OVERVIEW AND ASSEMBLYeng 9 VARIMAX BOW MOUNTa - Top housingb - BluVis function displayc - Cam lockd - Extendable speedcontrol handlee - Seri

PRODUCT OVERVIEW AND ASSEMBLY 10 eng2. Align the handle to the top housing using the flat groove on theextension handle. The handle extension spring

PRODUCT OVERVIEW AND ASSEMBLYeng 11 4. Rotate the cam lock clockwise 180°. Move the cam lock flushagainst the top housing.180°390625. To secure the

PRODUCT OVERVIEW AND ASSEMBLY 12 engExtending and Retracting the Handle1. Firmly grasp the handle, then rotate and loosen the cam lockcounterclockwi

PRODUCT OVERVIEW AND ASSEMBLYeng 13 3. To secure the handle, hold the handle steady while rotating andtightening the cam lock clockwise 180°. Verify

PRODUCT OVERVIEW AND ASSEMBLY 14 eng3. Install the propeller nut. Tighten securely.a - Propeller pinb - Propellerc - Propeller nutd - Propellerwrenc

WIRING AND BATTERY INFORMATIONeng 15 Battery Precautions! WARNINGAn operating or charging battery produces gas that can ignite andexplode, spr

ii eng© 2010, Mercury Marine. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in wholeor in part without permission is prohibited.VariMAX and BluVis are trademar

WIRING AND BATTERY INFORMATION 16 eng• Use 13 mm (6 gauge) battery cables if extending the existing wirebeyond the standard battery cable.Recommende

WIRING AND BATTERY INFORMATIONeng 17 Single, Parallel, and Series Circuit Battery Connection! CAUTIONDisconnecting or connecting the battery cables

WIRING AND BATTERY INFORMATION 18 engNOTE: Vessels with multiple batteries, must have a common groundbonding circuit. Not establishing a common grou

WIRING AND BATTERY INFORMATIONeng 19 5. Connect a jumper cable (common ground bond) from the trollingmotor battery negative (–) terminal to the engi

WIRING AND BATTERY INFORMATION 20 eng4. Connect a jumper cable (common ground bond) from the trollingmotor battery "d" negative (–) termin

MOUNT INSTALLATIONeng 21 Transom Mount InstallationNOTE: The transom mount will fit transoms up to 8.25 cm (3.25 in.)thick.IMPORTANT: Overtightening

MOUNT INSTALLATION 22 eng2. Place the pontoon mount base on the surface of the boat deck. Usethe mount base as a template to mark the location of th

MOUNT INSTALLATIONeng 23 1. Select an appropriate area on the deck of the boat to install themount. Ensure that the forward mounting screws will not

MOUNT INSTALLATION 24 eng5. Insert the rubber mounting isolators into the mounting holes.Position the isolators in line with the mount base with the

MOUNT INSTALLATIONeng 25 1. Select an appropriate area on the deck of the boat to install themount. Ensure that the forward mounting screws will not

eng iii Warranty InformationMotorGuide Limited Warranty...1General InformationRecording S

MOUNT INSTALLATION 26 engIMPORTANT: If necessary, shim the rubber washers with 25 mm(1 in.) stainless steel washers to create a level mounting surfa

OPERATIONeng 27 Installing the Motor into the Bow Mount1. Turn the bracket door knob counterclockwise to loosen and openthe bracket door.2. Place th

OPERATION 28 engTRANSOM MOUNTIMPORTANT: Ensure the mount is stowed while using the main engineor trailering the boat. Ensure the steering tension co

OPERATIONeng 29 5. Adjust the steering friction by turning the steering tension collarknob.a - Steering tensioncollarb - Depth collarc - Columnd - T

OPERATION 30 eng1. Firmly grasp the column and engage the tilt lever.a - Columnb - Tilt lever2. Adjust the angle of the motor to the desired positio

OPERATIONeng 31 Adjusting the Steering TensionAdjust the steering tension collar to increase or decrease the effort toturn the motor freely.1. To in

OPERATION 32 eng1. Firmly grasp the column with one hand while holding the depthcollar.2. Pinch the depth collar until the motor column slides freel

OPERATIONeng 33 Rotate the handle clockwise to increase speed in both forward andreverse directions. The BluVis function display indicates speed set

OPERATION 34 engTRANSOM MOUNT APPLICATIONTo move the boat forward, pull the handle. To move the boat in reverse,push the handle. The BluVis function

OPERATIONeng 35 To backtroll, push the handle. To reverse backtroll, pull the handle. TheBluVis function display indicates the motor direction.39223

iv engOperationInstalling the Motor into the Bow Mount...27Removing the Motor from the Bow Mount...

OPERATION 36 engBOW MOUNT APPLICATIONTo move the boat forward, push the handle. To move the boat inreverse, pull the handle. The BluVis function dis

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGEeng 37 Trolling Motor CareTo keep your trolling motor in the best operating condition and retain itsdependability, your troll

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 38 engEVERY 100 HOURS OF USE OR ANNUALLY• Periodically lubricate all the pivot points with a nonaerosol,nonsolvent based lub

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGEeng 39 Propeller Replacement! WARNINGPerforming service or maintenance without first disconnecting thebattery can caus

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 40 engRecommended MotorGuide Accessory Description Part NumberMotorGuide prop wrench kit MGA050B6INSTALLING THE PROPELLER1.

CUSTOM APPLICATIONSeng 41 Repositioning the Top HousingVariMAX transom mount motors are configured at the factory for useon the transom. The VariMAX

CUSTOM APPLICATIONS 42 eng4. Rotate the top housing to the desired position and push the tophousing back down to engage the height pin.a - Top housi

CUSTOM APPLICATIONSeng 43 IMPORTANT: Do not fully remove the top housing retaining bolt or theretaining nut may fall out. Slowly raise the top housi

CUSTOM APPLICATIONS 44 engNOTE: If necessary, use a flathead screwdriver to slide the directioncontrol switch.BA39225Transom mount application (defa

CUSTOM APPLICATIONSeng 45 7. Rotate the top housing to the desired position and push the tophousing back down to engage the height pin.a - Top housi

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 1 MotorGuide Limited WarrantyKEEP YOUR ORIGINAL PURCHASE RECEIPT OR BILL OF SALE.1. For recreational use customers, MotorGui

CUSTOM APPLICATIONS 46 engMotor Control Wiring! WARNINGPerforming service or maintenance without first disconnecting thebattery can cause pro

OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCEeng 47 TroubleshootingNOTE: For service information, contact any certified MotorGuideservice center. For a full listing of M

OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE 48 engSymptom Possible Cause ResolutionMotor rotates in thewrong directionDirection control switch is inthe wrong positionR

OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCEeng 49 United StatesTelephoneEnglish ‑ (920) 929‑5040Mercury MarineW6250 W. Pioneer RoadFond du Lac, WI 54936-1939Francais ‑

WARRANTY INFORMATION 2 eng5. Warranty coverage is available to customers that purchase froman authorized dealer or retailer that is authorized by Mo

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 3 8. All serialized "Service‑Repair" trolling motors receive a one (1) yearwarranty. Non‑serialized "Service‑

GENERAL INFORMATION 4 engRecording Serial NumberRecord the serial number for future reference. For warranty purposes,complete the enclosed warranty

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 5 Boater's ResponsibilitiesThe operator (driver) is responsible for the correct and safe operationof the boat and safety