90-8M4002702 111 Tour Series Thank You Thank you for choosing MotorGuide® Tour Series. MotorGuide capitalized on many years of experience to provide you with a motor designed to deliver Digital Variable Speed Control and maximum time on the water. The Tour Series was designed with quality and durability in mind. The all‑metal construction provides years of reliability with unmatched control and feel. The stainless steel cables and pulleys allow you to concentrate less on boat control and more on fishing.
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Warranty Information MotorGuide Limited Warranty......................................................1 General Information Component Identification.............................................................5 Recording Serial Number............................................................7 Boater's Responsibilities..............................................................7 Safe Boating Suggestions...........................................................
Maintenance and Storage Trolling Motor Care....................................................................24 Inspection and Maintenance Schedule......................................24 Storage Preparation................................................................... 25 Battery Inspection......................................................................26 Propeller Replacement..............................................................26 Foot Pedal Cable Tension Adjustment....................
WARRANTY INFORMATION MotorGuide Limited Warranty KEEP YOUR ORIGINAL PURCHASE RECEIPT OR BILL OF SALE. 1. For recreational use customers, MotorGuide electric trolling motors are warranted to the original retail purchaser to be free from defects in material or workmanship for two (2) years. 2. To obtain warranty service, the purchaser should deliver or return the unit (postage prepaid and insured) to any authorized MotorGuide service dealer.
WARRANTY INFORMATION 4. For commercial use and government use customers, MotorGuide electric trolling motors are warranted to the original retail purchaser to be free from defects in material or workmanship for one (1) year.
WARRANTY INFORMATION 6. This warranty does not apply to normal worn parts, for example, worn cables, adjustments, or product damage due to; 1) neglect, lack of maintenance, accident, abnormal operation or improper installation or service; 2) abuse, such as, bent metal columns, bent armature shafts, broken control cables, etc.
WARRANTY INFORMATION 11. ALL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE LIFE OF THIS WARRANTY. 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 OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
GENERAL INFORMATION Component Identification TOUR LOWRANCE SONAR SERIES a b c j d e f i g h abcdefghij- eng 46022 Top housing Directional indicator Tour Gator 21 Spring mount Foot pedal Lowrance connector cable Tour Gator 24 Spring mount Propeller Tour Sonar lower unit Nose cone Door assembly 5
GENERAL INFORMATION TOUR SERIES a b c j d e f i g h 46023 abcdefghij- Top housing Directional indicator Gator 20.
GENERAL INFORMATION Recording Serial Number Record the serial number for future reference. For warranty purposes, complete the enclosed warranty card or register your trolling motor at www.motorguide.com. a b c b a 45938 a - Serial number b - Model identification number c - Voltage Boater's Responsibilities The operator (driver) is responsible for the correct and safe operation of the boat and safety of its occupants and general public.
GENERAL INFORMATION Safe Boating Suggestions In order to safely enjoy the waterways, familiarize yourself with local and other governmental boating regulations and restrictions, and consider the following suggestions. Use flotation devices. It is the law to have an approved personal flotation device of suitable size for each person aboard and have it readily accessible. Do not overload your boat. Most boats are rated and certified for maximum load (weight) capacities, refer to your boat capacity plate.
PRODUCT INSTALLATION Tour Gator 21 Spring Mount Installation NOTE: This bow mount installation procedure applies to the Gator 20.8 Breakaway mount (pictured), the Tour Gator 21 Spring mount, and the Tour Gator 24 Spring XL mount. IMPORTANT: Choose an area on the deck that provides 7.6 cm (3 in.) clearance from the bow of the boat for all motor positions, including deployed and stowed positions. 1. Select an appropriate area on the deck of the boat to install the mount.
PRODUCT INSTALLATION 3. Drill the mounting holes with a 7 mm (1/4 in.) diameter drill bit. Remove any debris. 4. Redrill each mounting hole with a 13 mm (1/2 in.) diameter drill bit. IMPORTANT: Countersink the holes on fiberglass boats to prevent cracking. 5. Insert the rubber mounting isolators into the drilled holes. Position the isolators in line with the mount base with the wider side toward the outside of the mount bracket. 39076 6. Place the mount bracket on the isolators and align the holes.
PRODUCT INSTALLATION 3. Drill the mounting holes with a 3 mm (7/64 in.) diameter drill bit. Remove any debris. 4. Use four 8 x 2 in. stainless steel screws to secure the foot pedal base to the boat deck. 41447 Foot pedal mounting holes and screws Standard Practices and Procedures • • • • Do not use the main engine battery to power the trolling motor. Disconnect the trolling motor from the battery when charging and after each use.
PRODUCT INSTALLATION Recommended MotorGuide Accessory Description 50 Amp Manual Reset Circuit Breaker Part Number MM5870 Battery Precautions ! WARNING An operating or charging battery produces gas that can ignite and explode, spraying out sulfuric acid, which can cause severe burns. Ventilate the area around the battery and wear protective equipment when handling or servicing batteries. When charging batteries, an explosive gas mixture forms in each cell.
PRODUCT INSTALLATION Establishing A Common Ground Connect the trolling motor and main engine accessories to the same negative ground terminal. A common ground connection increases sonar sensitivity and improves the sonar display. Not establishing a common ground may cause severe corrosion or electrolysis.
PRODUCT INSTALLATION 12 VOLT BATTERY CONNECTION a a - Power cable b - 50 amp manual reset circuit breaker c - Jumper wire (not supplied) d - Common ground d RED BLK c b 37289 1. Install a 50 amp manual reset circuit breaker in line with the positive lead. 2. Connect the red battery lead from the power cable circuit breaker to the positive (+) battery post. 3. Connect the black battery lead from the power cable to the negative (–) battery post.
PRODUCT INSTALLATION 24 VOLT BATTERY CONNECTION a d BLK RED A GR Battery A c Battery B abcd- c b 37824 Power cable 50 amp manual reset circuit breaker Jumper wire (not supplied) Common ground 1. Install a 50 amp manual reset circuit breaker in line with the positive lead. 2. Connect the red battery lead from the power cable circuit breaker to the positive (+) post on battery B. 3. Connect the black battery lead from the power cable to the negative (–) post on battery A. 4.
PRODUCT INSTALLATION 36 VOLT BATTERY CONNECTION a d BLK A GR c A GR RED Battery A Battery B c Battery C abcd- c b 45996 Power cable 50 amp manual reset circuit breaker Jumper wire (not supplied) Common ground 1. Install a 50 amp manual reset circuit breaker in line with the positive lead. 2. Connect the red battery lead from the power cable circuit breaker to the positive (+) post on battery C. 3. Connect the black battery lead from the power cable to the negative (–) post on battery A. 4.
TROLLING MOTOR OPERATION Installing and Removing the Motor 41286 Bracket knob 1. To install the motor to the bow mount, turn the bracket knob counterclockwise to loosen and open the bracket door. 2. Place the motor column into the bracket and close the door. 3. Turn the bracket knob clockwise to tighten the motor column in the bracket. REMOVING THE MOTOR 1. To remove the motor from the bow mount, turn the bracket knob counterclockwise to loosen and open the bracket door. 2.
TROLLING MOTOR OPERATION Match the cable connector to the sonar port on the back of the sonar display. Power up the unit to ensure the sonar cable is connected securely. 41478 Lowrance 7 pin sonar connector Stowing and Deploying the Trolling Motor ! WARNING Rotating propellers can cause serious injury or death. Never start or operate the motor out of water. ! CAUTION Moving parts, such as hinges and pivot points, can cause serious injury.
TROLLING MOTOR OPERATION 3. Continue to pull the mount rope handle to raise the lower unit onto the mount. 41443 Mount rope IMPORTANT: Gently raise the trolling motor out of the water. Do not release the mount rope handle until the lockslide pin is engaged. 4. Once the motor is in the stow position, the lockslide pin engages to secure the trolling motor. 41441 Tour stowed DEPLOYING THE TROLLING MOTOR 1. Firmly grasp the mount rope handle. 2. Snap the mount rope handle to disengage the lockslide pin.
TROLLING MOTOR OPERATION 3. Continue to pull the mount rope handle to lower the trolling motor into the water. 41444 Mount rope 4. Once the motor is in the deployed position, the lockslide pin will engage to secure the trolling motor. 41389 Deployed position Adjusting the Motor Depth ! CAUTION Avoid possible serious injury from dropping the motor when adjusting the motor depth. Firmly grasp the motor shaft with one hand when raising or lowering the motor.
TROLLING MOTOR OPERATION Adjust the depth of the motor to improve the trolling motor performance in various water depths. IMPORTANT: When adjusting the motor depth, ensure the lower unit is fully submerged a minimum of 15 cm (6 in.) to avoid propeller cavitation. 1. Firmly grasp the column with one hand while loosening the bracket knob so the column moves freely. 45940 2. Raise or lower to the desired depth. 3. Tighten the bracket knob to secure the column. 4.
TROLLING MOTOR OPERATION Foot Pedal Operation ! WARNING Rotating propellers can cause serious injury or death. Never start or operate the motor out of water. DIRECTION CONTROL Pivot the foot pedal heel‑down to steer left and toe‑down to steer right. To operate the motor in reverse, continue to press all the way down on the foot pedal in either operation. The 400° steering range allows the operator to point the motor past 360° from both the left and right side.
TROLLING MOTOR OPERATION 3. High‑bypass ‑ motor runs continuously on full speed (bypassing the speed setting) with the momentary button depressed. Control the speed of the motor by adjusting the speed control knob on the foot pedal. Use the momentary switch when operating the trolling motor in momentary or high‑bypass operation. c b d a - On‑off toggle switch b - Speed control knob c - Three‑position toggle switch d - Momentary button a 41386 Use the on‑off toggle switch to power the motor on and off.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Trolling Motor Care To keep your trolling motor in the best operating condition and retain its dependability, your trolling motor must receive periodic inspections and maintenance. Keep it maintained properly to ensure the safety of you and your passengers. ! WARNING Neglecting to inspect, maintain, or repair your trolling motor can result in product damage or serious injury or death.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE OR ANNUALLY • Periodically lubricate all the pivot points with a nonaerosol, nonsolvent based lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never use an aerosol lubricant to grease or oil any part of the unit. Many aerosol lubricants contain harmful propellants that can cause damage to various parts of the trolling motor. c b a d 41572 Pivot points a - Rear deck channel grooves b - Lockslide pin c - Door knob shaft d - Forward deck channel grooves Tube Ref No.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Refer to the Maintenance—Inspection and Maintenance Schedule section and complete the appropriate care instructions to prepare your trolling motor for storage. Store the trolling motor in a dry location where it will not be affected by temperatures below ‑29 °C (‑20 °F). IMPORTANT: Trolling motors stored in temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) should be operated slowly for a minimum of 15 minutes before going above 30% operation.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE IMPORTANT: If the propeller cannot be removed easily, hold one blade and use a rubber mallet to lightly tap the backside of the opposite blade. If the propeller cannot be removed, refer to Troubleshooting. NOTE: If the propeller pin is bent, replace the propeller pin. b c a abcd- d 45945 Propeller pin Propeller Propeller nut Propeller wrench Recommended MotorGuide Accessory Description Part Number MotorGuide Prop Wrench Kit MGA050B6 INSTALLING THE PROPELLER 1.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE To check for proper foot pedal cable tension, apply a 9.1 kilogram force (20 lbf) pull at the center of the long exposed foot pedal cable. The amount of deflection of the cable should be approximately 19 mm (3/4 in.). If the deflection is not correct, use a 13 mm (1/2 in.) wrench to adjust the cable tension nuts to obtain the proper deflection.
OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE Troubleshooting NOTE: For service information, contact any certified MotorGuide service center. For a full listing of MotorGuide service centers, go to www.motorguide.com or contact any Mercury Marine Service office. Symptom Loss of power eng Possible Cause Resolution Weak 12 volt trolling motor battery Check 12 volt battery charge. Recharge or replace battery as required. Loose or corroded battery connections Inspect battery connections for cleanliness and tightness.
OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE Symptom Excessive noise, vibration Motor failure (motor runs at partial speed) Possible Cause Resolution Motor shaft is bent Contact service center. Propeller is loose, damaged, or off‑balance Refer to Propeller Replacement. Damaged bearings or bushings Contact service center. Magnets interfering with armature Turn off the power and manually rotate the propeller. If the propeller does not rotate freely with a slight magnetic drag, contact service center.
OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE Symptom Possible Cause Resolution Weak 12 volt trolling motor battery Check 12 volt battery charge. Recharge or replace battery as required. Loose or corroded battery connections Inspect battery connections for cleanliness and tightness. Wiring or electrical connection faulty Wire gauge from the battery to the trolling motor is insufficient. 6 gauge wire is recommended. Electrical Check the connector for a loose or damaged connection. Contact service center.
OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE Symptom Inaccurate temperature reading Possible Cause Resolution Lower unit not fully submerged Adjust the depth of the motor. Ensure the lower unit is fully submerged. Refer to Adjusting the Motor Depth. Damaged nose cone Contact service center. Damaged sonar cable Contact service center. Loosen or twist the two forward bracket screws slightly and latch the bracket.
OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE Mercury Marine Service Offices For assistance, call, fax, or write. Please include your daytime telephone number with mail and fax correspondence. United States, Canada Telephone English ‑ (920) 929‑5040 Français ‑ (905) 636‑4751 Fax English ‑ (920) 929‑5893 Français ‑ (905) 636‑1704 Website www.motorguide.com Mercury Marine W6250 W. Pioneer Road P.O.
