Shallow Water Anchor-Owner’s Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ...................................................................................... Accessory Plate Guide…………………………………………………. Installation ........................................................................................ Parts List /Required Tools....................................................... Preparing for Installation ........................................................ Installation of Talon ..............................................................
INTRODUCTION Overview Thank you for purchasing the Minn Kota® Talon®. This revolutionary shallow water anchor uses state of the art technology to deliver unprecedented levels of boat control. Intuitive features and wireless control enable Talon® to accurately position your boat and improve your bait presentation. Talon positions your boat for you, so you can focus on fishing.
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INSTALLATION Your Talon® comes complete with the items listed below. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the parts list and tools needed prior to starting your installation. PARTS LIST VIEW A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O.
*Please Note: There are two mounting options: either direct-mount the Talon® bracket to the boat transom or mount the Talon® bracket to one of the optional accessory adapter plate(s). Your Talon® comes complete with the necessary hardware to mount directly to the transom/stern. If you are unable or choose not to drill completely through the transom, you will need to purchase (4) 5/16” lag bolts of the appropriate length. Use a x/x” drill bit when using lag bolts.
Placement of the Talon® transom bracket • When mounting the Talon® transom bracket directly to the transom, we suggest mounting it in the highest possible location. This will provide the most stable support. Your anchor should not be mounted with the Talon® transom bracket less than 4” from the bottom of the transom (see illustration). The 4” minimum can be determined by running a straight edge directly along the bottom of the hull as shown.
Step 3: Attaching the Talon® to the Transom Bracket Review procedure when test installing 1. Assemble the (2) Bracket Sliding Straps (E) using the “Mounting Bracket to Anchor” (E-H.) Do not fully tighten the hardware. The Anchor Assembly must be able to freely slide vertically on the Straps. (see parts list view on page xxx) 2. The Anchor Assembly has (2) vertical tracks on either side for vertical adjustment (see illustration).
4. Carefully remove any slack in the Power Cable so that it routes cleanly along the Outboard Wire and Cable Harness. 5. Auto Alarm: If connecting, the user must install a wire from the switched side of the ignition power back to the anchor power cable. This wire should be no smaller than 18AWG. Cut off the sealed end of the green wire and splice the green wire to the user installed wire. Make sure to use adhesive filled heat shrink to waterproof this splice.
Programming Your Remote Your Talon can store 10 total remote ID’s. To learn a new remote ID: 1) Stow the anchor if it is not already stowed. 2) Press and hold the up switch on the Talon. A solid tone will be heard. 3) While continuing to press the UP switch, press the UP button on the new remote one time. 4) A series of 3 beeps will be heard, indicating the new remote has been learned. 5) Release the UP switch on the Talon after the 3 beeps begin.
Rough Water Mode A Rough Water Mode button is located on the Control Panel. This feature provides additional anchoring support when fishing rougher waters, such as a windy day. When the Rough Water Mode is in the ON position, an LED light will be displayed above the button. This feature works by repeating the deployment cycle during the DOWN sequence.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Remote Battery Replacement 1. Make sure hands are clean, dry and static free. Discharge any static electricity by touching a metal object that is grounded. *Static electricity can damage the circuit board. 2. With the remote upside down remove the four case screws. 3. Remove the bottom cover. 4. Carefully remove the old battery from the battery holder and replace with a new one. The batteries snap in and out of the battery holder. Use CR2032 lithium coin cell batteries. 5.
Fly Fishing WHAT CONDITION CAUSES IT FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q. My anchor does not deploy? A. Q. Lights not on? A. Q.My anchor does not stow? A. Q. Does the remote float? A. Yes. Q. Q. Can I use multiple remotes with my Talon®? A. Yes, you can use an unlimited number of remotes simultaneously. Remember to learn each new remote to the Talon®. Q. Where can I purchase additional remotes? A. Your local Minn Kota retailer should carry additional remotes.
TROUBLESHOOTING General Troubleshooting Problem: When a button on the remote is pressed the motor doesn’t always respond. Solutions: Replace the remote’s battery. Check for large obstructions between the remote and the motor. Problem: I press a button on the remote and nothing happens. Solution: Could be a dead battery in the remote. If the battery was just replaced, open the remote case and verify that all the internal components were properly reinstalled.
COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE STATEMENT: It is the intention of Johnson Outdoors Inc. to be a responsible corporate citizen, operating in compliance with known and applicable environmental regulations and a good neighbor in the communities where we make or sell our products. WEEE Directive: EU Directive 2002/96/EC “Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)” impacts most distributors, sellers and manufacturers of consumer electronics in the European Union.
automobiles, avions et bateaux. Dans quelques pays membres de l’Union 70 européenne, ces véhicules sont considérés comme au-delà des limites de la directive et l’équipement électrique et électronique pour ces applications peut être considéré exclus des exigences de la directive WEEE. Ce symbole (roue WEEE) sur un produit indique que le produit ne doit pas être jeté parmi les déchets domestiques.
LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY ON ENTIRE PRODUCT: Johnson Outdoors Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that the purchaser’s entire Talon® shallow water anchor is free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within three (3) years after the date of purchase. Johnson Outdoors Inc. will (at its option) either repair or replace free of charge, any parts found to be defective during the term of this warranty.
“WARNING: This product contains chemical(s) known to the state of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive toxicity.” NOTES: minnkotamotors.com MINN KOTA CONSUMER & TECHNICAL SERVICE P.O.
