Trolling Motorguide: "- Always check the motor out before use. Stray fishing lines can easily tangle in the motor and cause major damage. It only takes a brief moment for the damage to be done, but it also only takes a brief moment to look over the engine to prevent that from happening.
- Do everyday maintenance. Like any type of motor an electric motor requires checks and routine maintenance. Parts should be checked to make sure they are secure and in good shape. Fisherman should not assume that electric means no worries. Maintenance is still important.
- The motor should always be supervised when charging. This prevents it from getting turned on accidentally. A motor that is left running can easily overheat and burn out.
- Be friendly to the motor. Electric fishing trolling motorguide have parts that are kept cool by being under water, so it is important that the fisherman does not run the motor out of the water. It is also important to keep general care in mind by not using the motor is weeds or mud."
