Jarvis Marine Watersnake SWDR-CV SERIES User manual

OWNERS MANUAL
SWDR-CV SERIES HAND CONROL
BOW MOUNT MOTOR

WATERSNAKE ELECTRIC MOTORS
Congratulations and welcome to a world of silent motoring. You wont regret your
purchase of this lightweight, Jarvis Marine Watersnake electric motor.
Powerful yet silent, the Watersnake electric motors are built to suit all angling conditions.
High quality materials, superior design and precision engineering make these motors
longwearing and reliable.
ATTACHING THE MOTOR TO YOUR BOAT
Attach the motor to the bow of the boat, taking care to ensure the motor is on the
centreline of the boat and forward enough to avoid the shaft making contact with the
boats gunwale rubber. With the motor in position, mark the holes for drilling, ensuring as
you do that the bow area below the mounting location is clear and accessible.
Mount the plate to the bow using stainless steel bolts, nuts and washers. It is important
when doing this work that the boat is level and the motor is mounted level.
Remove cover to expose Mounting Plate. After the Motor is
Mounted replace cover.

Tilt/lock lever
Handle
Multi adjustable
depth feature
Tilting motor head with speed and
battery guage, Jacklight sytem and
extendable handle
Corrosion-resistant
shaft
Motor unit
Power propeller

SET UP
Pulling the locking mechanism will release the locking collar and allow you to slide the
motor forward and away from the mounting bracket. Lower the motor to the required
depth, making sure that it locks into the vertical position securely.
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
Hold the motor shaft with one hand, loosen the depth adjustment screw and set the
motor to the desired depth. Then retighten the adjusting screw securely.
STOWING
When the Watersnake is not in use always stow it properly. Release the tilt lock lever and
raise the motor and pull towards the stern until it is secure on the ramp and locked in the
horizontal position out of the water.
SPEED CONTROL
Power on/off switch is positioned underneath the head unit, activate to use the motor
and when de-activated this function will prevent any amp draw from your battery.
The tiller control is telescopic and can be extended to 16cm. Simply push the button at
the end of the grip (A) to set your desired length. The speed control is variable, rotate the
handle clockwise for forward speed and anti-clockwise for reverse. (B)
CHANGING THE PROPELLOR
Before doing anything with the propeller, ensure the cables to the battery are
disconnected. To detach the propeller it is a simple matter of unscrewing and removing
the locknut using the special tool supplied. When doing this, take hold of the propeller to
stop it turning. Under no circumstances should you attempt to loosen the locknut with a
hammer or similar tool as this may damage the locknut or shaft – or both. (F)
(A) (B)

Once the locknut is removed, the propeller can be slid off. When putting the propeller
back on, verify there is a proper fit of the groove and shear pin otherwise the propeller
will not be locked. (G)
After using the motor always check and clear any weed or fishing line that may have
become tangled around the propeller. Next, give the motor a wipe down with warm
water to remove any salt or sand particles and then spray it with fresh water.
(F) (G)
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Before connecting the motor’s cables
to the battery terminals, ensure all
switches are in the OFF position and
stand clear of the propeller.
Connect the red cable to the positive
(+) terminal and the black cable to the
negative (-) terminal, making sure the
terminals are clean before doing so. A
clean connection will minimise power
wastage and give you maximum power
from the battery.
The battery should be kept in a
well-ventilated location. We recommend
using a special deep cycle marine
battery for optimum performance.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CONTINUED
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Speed loss 1: Check for line or weed on propeller.
2: Check battery status.
3: Check terminals on battery.
Motor noise/ shake 1: Check propeller for line or weed.
MODEL
SWDR-CV54/48
SWDR-CV80/54
MAX THRUST
54lbs
80lbs
CONTROL
Variable/Hand
Variable/Hand
VOLTAGE
12V
24V
SHAFT MATERIAL
Composite
Composite
SHAFT LENGTH
48”/120cm
54”/135cm

2: Check to see propeller is secure and not damaged.
3: Check shaft to ensure it is not bent. Detach
propeller and run motor visually to ensure shaft
is not shaking. If shaft is damaged contact your
retailer.
Loss of speed setting 1: Check all wiring connections.
2: Speed coil in motor may be burned,
contact your retailer.
Tight steering 1: Loosen counterforce screw, apply lubricant
and readjust.
For problems not listed contact your retailer
MAINTENANCE
At the end of the day, wipe the motor down with a cloth soaked in warm water and
then rinse unit with light spray from hose. Always check the propeller is clear of line
or weed, regularly check all nuts, bolts and screws and lubricate all moving parts with
an aerosol lubricant. Clean terminal connections regularly and check for frayed wires or
loose connections.
STORAGE
When storing the motor, lubricate all moving parts and screws and store in a well-
ventilated, dry area. Do not leave the motor outside in winter for long periods, as this
will damage the permanent magnet in the unit.
JARVIS WALKER – 12 MONTH WARRANTY PROVISIONS
1. Product safety
Provision of the goods by Jarvis Walker in no way reduces the purchaser’s obligation to ensure that their use of
the goods and the relevant operating environment is safe and in accordance with Jarvis Walker’s directions
relating to care, maintenance and storage of the goods.
2. Product warranty
All goods manufactured by Jarvis Walker that have been subjected to normal and proper use are warranted to be
free from material defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
Jarvis Walker will use its reasonable endeavours to rectify at its cost any defect in the goods as provided in clause
2(a) notified to it during the warranty period.
The purchaser’s sole remedy for a breach of clause 2(a) is the repair, replacement or resupply of the goods in
accordance with clause 3.4.
Jarvis Walker will not be liable to rectify any defect in the goods if:
the goods have been altered or modified without Jarvis Walker’s authorisation;
the defect is the result of or related to a failure of the purchaser to comply with any of its obligations under
these terms; or the defect is the result of or related to the use of the goods other than in accordance with this
documentation or Jarvis Walker’s reasonable recommendations or directions.

3. Limitations on Liability
Limited and excluded liability
Unless this warranty provides otherwise, the maximum aggregate liability of Jarvis Walker for all proven losses,
damages and claims arising out of this warranty, including liability for breach, in negligence or in tort or for any
other common law or statutory action, is limited to the sum of the amount paid by the purchaser to Jarvis Walker.
Notwithstanding any other provisions, Jarvis Walker will not be liable to the purchaser or to any other person for:
any losses or damages of any kind caused by or resulting from any wrongful, wilful or negligent act or omission
of Jarvis Walker or any of its officers, employees, agents or contractors; or
any indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages, including loss of profits or anticipated profits, even if
notified of the possibility of that potential loss or damage.
Exclusion of implied warranties
Any representation, warranty, condition or undertaking that would be implied in this warranty by legislation,
common law, equity, trade, custom or usage is excluded to the maximum extent permitted by law.
Non-excludable rights implied by statute
Nothing in this warranty excludes, restricts or modifies any condition, warranty, right or remedy conferred on
the purchaser by the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth) or any other applicable law and which cannot be excluded,
restricted or modified by agreement.
Liability for breach of non-excludable rights
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the liability of Jarvis Walker for a breach of a non-excludable condition
or warranty referred to in clause 3.3 and as otherwise provided for in these terms are limited, at Jarvis Walker’s
option, to the replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods;
the repair of the goods; the payment of the cost of replacing the goods or of acquiring equivalent goods; or
the payment of the cost of having the goods repaired.
4. Warranty service
A copy of the proof of purchase or registration verification is required to obtain warranty service.
Please contact Anglers Central Service centre for servicing and Spare parts.
Anglers’ Central Service Centre Pty Ltd, Australia’s largest tackle repair centre and the authorised service and
repair centre for all Penn, Rovex and Jarvis Walker and Jarvis Marine products throughout Australia.
email: [e-mail]
Ph: 08 8244 8790 Fax: [phone]
Delivery address: 2,7 Circuit Drive, Hendon SA 5014
When applying for a warranty service please supply proof of
purchase and a brief explanation of the fault.
Upon purchase please fill out the registration form below and send to
Anglers Cental Service Centre: 2,7 circuit drive, Hendon SA 5014.