Watersnake Transom Mount Motor Troubleshooting

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Watersnake transom mount motors are used on the back of boats, or sometimes on the side of a kayak, and are steered by hand. Motor-related issues are often caused by issues with the power supplied to your motor. Careful inspection of your 12v deep cycle battery, wiring and set up should be completed before assuming that there is a fault with your motor.

 

NO POWER / REDUCED POWER

• Check that battery connection has not been reversed. (reversed polarity)
• Check that your 12v deep cycle battery is fully charged. (+ 12v)
• Check terminals / connections are secure and not loose.
• Check terminals / connections for any signs of damage, corrosion or build up of debris.
• If the battery cable has been extended but not replaced, you may be experiencing damaging voltage drop. Check this table to see if you have the correct gauge wire for the length of cable extension.
• With the Battery disconnected remove propeller and check for any build up of fishing line / weed or any other debris.
• With the Battery disconnected check that propeller pin (shear pin) is in place.
• Armature or magnet cracked or dislodged – grinding noise will come from motor. Contact the Watersnake distributor in your region.

 

NOISE OR VIBRATION COMING FROM MOTOR

• With the Battery disconnected check that propeller is securely tightened and shear pin is in place remove propeller and check for any build up of fishing line / weed or any other debris.
• Check that your 12v deep cycle battery is fully charged (+ 12v).

MOTOR WILL NOT RUN AT VARIABLE SPEEDS ( Variable models only )

STILL HAVING MOTOR ISSUES?

If the tips above do not resolve your motor issue, please contact the Watersnake distributor in your region. They can help diagnose more serious issues and help with spare parts and repairs.