Lindgren-Pitman LP S-1200 Instructions for use
Lindgren-Pitman LP S-1200 12-Volt Electric Fishing Reel
Instruction and Maintenance
Thank you for purchasing the finest electric reel available. Please read this instruction
manual in its entirety before operating the reel. The L/P S-1200 is an investment that if
taken care of, should provide many years of fishing.
Typical 12-Volt Outboard Boat Setup
Power Requirement and Wiring: 12-volts DC Max 30Amps
Plug –Hubbell #HBL328DCP Available Receptacle –Hubbell #328DCR
Use a minimum of 8 gauge or thicker tinned wire between the battery and receptacle
with a 30 amp resettable breaker or 50 amp slow blow fuse on the positive side as
close to the battery as possible. A Hi-Amp Buss swing arm breaker with a manual trip
push button is available from you local marine store or from Lindgren-Pitman. The red
wire is the positive, the black is the negative. PLEASE NOTE: do not shorten the length
of the reels cord –it will void the warranty. The reel will work with a standard lead acid
marine duty deep cycle battery. To ensure you do not deplete the battery used to start
your boat, the S-1200 should be powered from a separate accessory battery that can be
switched via a battery switch.
Minimum Wire Sizes from Battery to Outlet:
0 to 10 feet - 8 AWG
10 to 20 feet –6 AWG
For runs greater than 20 feet please call customer service to discuss your options.
120-Volt A/C Large Inboard Boat Wiring Option
Using a ProSport Battery Charger for Larger Wire Runs
Note: Move Battery and Charger As Close As Possible to the Receptacle
Use a minimum of 8 gauge or thicker tinned wire between the battery and receptacle
with a 30 amp resettable breaker or 50 amp slow blow fuse on the positive side as
close to the battery as possible. A Hi-Amp Buss swing arm breaker with a manual trip
push button is available from your local marine store or from Lindgren-Pitman. The red
wire is the positive, the black is the negative. PLEASE NOTE: Do NOT shorten the
length of the reels cord –it will void the warranty. The reel will work with a standard
lead acid marine duty deep cycle battery. To ensure you do not deplete the battery used
to start your boat, the S-1200 should be powered from a separate accessory battery that
can be switched via a battery switch.
Minimum Wire Sizes from Battery to Outlet:
0 to 10 feet - 8 AWG
10 to 20 feet –6 AWG
For runs greater than 20 feet please call customer service to discuss your options.
24-Volt Large Inboard Boat Wiring Option 60 Amp Vanner Voltmaster 66-60
(One per reel)
Minimum Wire Sizes from Battery to Outlet:
0 to 10 feet - 8 AWG
10 to 20 feet –6 AWG
For runs greater than 20 feet please call customer service to discuss your options.
Mounting:
The S-1200 weighs approximately 20 pounds with an empty spool. Please take into
account the load requirements that your rod holders can handle. We recommend that at
the very minimum your existing holders should be bracketed to the gunnel. Lindgren-
Pitman, Inc. manufactures an optional rod holder bracket suitable for mounting this reel.
As with any reel be sure it is tethered to the boat in case it breaks free from the rod
holder, a hole is provided in base clamps to facilitate this.
The S-1200 is supplied with L/P reel base clamps shown above (the rod and rod butt are
shown for illustration purposed only and are not included) with either 80 (1.343”
diameter) or 130 (1.565” diameter) rod butt mounts to be specified at the time of
purchase. First install the two clamps to the reel with the supplied M8 Allen screws (do
not tighten) using a 6 millimeter wrench. Now take your supplied rod butt and use a
sharpie marker to mark the middle of the reel seat on the ferrule. Next, slide the rod butt
through the clamps and tighten the larger M8 screws with a 6 millimeter to a torque of 35
foot pounds. Finally adjust the butt so the sharpie line you made on the ferrule lines up to
the twelve o’clock line on the rod clamps. The reel should be on a horizontal plane in
relation to the rod butt. Once horizontal, tighten the M6 5 millimeter Allen clamp screws
to a torque of 15 foot pounds. Note: the rod clamp that has the hole for securing a line
tether is to be mounted towards the bottom of the rod butt.
Loading the Spool:
Typically the line of choice will be preloaded by the retailer. If not already done, it can
be easily accomplished with a 12-volt DC power source such as a standard automotive
battery. WARNING: never use a battery charger to run the S-1200 as the power is
not clean and it can damage the circuitry and void your warranty. Because of the
materials used, the nylon or titanium spools do not require backing. When loading the
spool it is necessary to use the level winder to establish the correct track for the line.
Once it has been fully loaded the level winder will always follow the same track keeping
the line perfectly wrapped.
Adjusting the level winder position:
If for any reason a spool is changed the same spool loading procedure must be followed.
When the spool is mounted make sure the position of the level winder matches the
location of the line on the spool. If the line is not aligned, simply pull down on the
knurled knob located under the level winder and slide it to the correct position. Pay
special attention during the first drop, to be sure the line and the winder stay in-sync.
The level winder can be removed by pulling down on the knurled knob and sliding it off
the Delrin level winder bar.
CONTROL PANNEL BUTTONS
Reset Button
This button zeros the counter. The “stop at zero” feature uses this as the reference point
to turn the reel off. WARNING: Never push the reset button without first setting the
rig at least 20 feet below the top of the pole. Failure to do this could cause the
fishing rig to retrieve past the tip and the possible loss of gear and fish.
Manual Retrieve Buttons
Pushing either one of the “man” buttons turns the reel on as long as the button is held
down. Once the button is released the spool stops. This is used to advance the reel
manually. This is especially useful after using the “stop at zero” feature to slowly bring
the gear to the boat. It can also be used to retrieve the rig if the “stop at zero”feature is
not used or the reset button is accidentally pushed.
Stop at Zero is activated by pushing both of the man buttons together for at least two
seconds. This is one of the handiest features of the S-1200 as it makes for truly “hands
free” retrieval. WARNING: Once the “stop at zero” feature is activated it runs the reel
until the counter hits 0000. IMPORTANT: If at any point the reel needs to be stopped
push either of the red “man” buttons. The “stop at zero” can be continued by pushing
both “man” buttons again at the same time for two seconds and the reel will continue to
0000.
Hi-Low 2-Speed Button
The S-1200 can operate in two speed settings, hi and low. This is done by pushing the hi-
low button while the reel is running. Typically the reel will spend the majority of the
time in high speed. The low speed is used under heavy loads as it cuts the amperage
draw and makes for less slipping of the drag. It is also useful as the counter approaches
zero to slow the gear down.
Harness Lugs:
The top of the control panel incorporates two harness lugs that allow the angler to secure
the reel to their choice of harness.
Using the S-1200:
Once the wiring has been routed and the reel is mounted the S-1200 is ready for service.
As with any other instrument a little practice will make its use second nature. Plug the
cord into the receptacle and backlight will illuminate the display reading 0000. Begin by
releasing the drag and pulling the lever towards you, “free spooling” the line about 20
feet. Push the reset button to set the counter to zero. The counter only counts the number
of revolutions of the spool and is an approximate measurement of feet. The actual payout
varies by the amount and diameter of line on the spool and the stretch of the type of line
being used. This is why you should always “free spool” some line prior to setting the
counter to allow for a margin of safety when using the auto retrieve.
Once the counter has been reset release the drag again and notice the counter numbers
increasing as the line leaves the spool. While free spooling, adjust the drag so it pays out
at a nice even speed. This is the first stage of the 2-stage drag system incorporated into
the S-1200. It offers a very light drag for the first travel of the drag lever. When you
notice there is no more tension on the line adjust the drag allowing for the line to
continue traveling on the ocean floor. Look for short movements on the rod indicating
fish are on. Once you have decided to retrieve the rig press both red buttons marked
“man” for manual and hold them down together for at least two seconds. The reel will
begin to retrieve the line until the counter reaches 0000. Once this happens the reel shuts
off. To get your rig to the top of the pole press either of the “man” buttons which
manually retrieves the line as long as the button is pushed. Once the rig is to the top of
the pole the same procedure can be repeated over and over again.
Changing the Spools:
As already mentioned the cantilever spool design makes line changes easy. Optional
nylon and/or titanium spools can be purchased that can be used to hold back-up or
alternate line sizes and types. To remove the spool loosen and remove the 4 stainless steel
hex head screws inside the spool hub with a 5 millimeter allen key. Make sure when
replacing the Allen screws that they have a good coating of anti-seize compound such as
“Tef-Gel” to prevent corrosion and make future changes easy. Follow the procedure for
line alignment with the level winder under the “Loading the Spool” section above.
S-1200 Features:
High Power “state-of-the-art”12-VDC motor operation
Electronic control and switching.
Backlit electronic counter
Stop at zero mode
Simple easy to use controls
Hands off hauling
Gear driven level winder
Ergonomic cantilever design
Optional titanium spool endures any type or size of fishing line
Hard coat anodized aluminum alloy construction
Changeable spool design
External preset and Vernier drag control
Smooth wide span drag control (over 180 degrees)
0 to 100 lb. plus drag capability
Designed to endure continuous fishing in deep water for large fish
All line usable spool design
High line capacity spool
*Approximate line capacity
MM Inches Yards Example
.5 .018 3000 2500 yds 80lb braid
.8 .031 2000 1200 yds 200 lb. braid
.9 .035 1500 1000 yds 100 lb. test stainless wire line
1.0 .039 1200 100 lb test monofilament
1.2 .047 880 2.2 lbs of 150 –175 lb test monofilament
1.4 .055 650 2.2 lbs of 225 –250 lb. test monofilament
2.0 .079 250 2.0 lbs of 400 lb. test monofilament
Maintenance:
Treat the S-1200 the same as you would of any other high quality marine electronic
component. While the S-1200 is completely sealed care should be taken to minimize its
exposure to the salt water environment. If possible, remove the reel from the rod holders
when not in use. Always rinse the reel with fresh water and thoroughly dry. The case is
made from aluminum and is hard anodized to prevent corrosion, it does not require any
special care beyond that noted. The nylon and titanium spools will not react with any type
of line used and require no maintenance. The display bezel is glass and is very durable
but be careful not to place any weight on the glass or let anything hit it as it could shatter.
NEVER use abrasive cleaners on the S-1200, just soap and fresh water. Before any
outing test the reel prior departure to be sure all of the features are functioning correctly.
Every season the reel should be thoroughly inspected for any damage or corrosion.
Inspect the cord for any cuts and inspect all of the electrical terminals, they should be free
of corrosion.
Current Overload Protection:
The S-1200 has three protection circuits to prevent the reel from drawing too much
current. It has a factory set maximum drag as a first line of protection. If for any reason
this is bypassed and the reel stops operating under load, the current limiting safety has
more than likely been triggered. Simply push either of the man buttons twice and it will
reset the reel and it should continue running. If this still does not work unplug the reel
and let it set for approximately one minute without power. This clears the software and
the reel should continue to function.
Service and Storage:
Should you notice any loss in performance or have any problems operating the S-1200 it
should be returned to Lindgren-Pitman, Inc for evaluation. There are no parts inside the
reel that can be serviced except by factory technicians. All parts are fit to exacting
tolerances and any attempt made to open either the case or display will void the
warranty. If for any reason any of the bolts need retightening, all hardware is metric. It
is recommended that the reel be stored in a warm and dry space such as the engine room.
Storage in the salon or other air conditioned room onboard can be detrimental due sudden
changes in temperature and humidity that can cause condensation inside the reel. For long
term storage it is recommended that the S-1200 is kept in a secure temperature controlled
room off of the boat. Important Note: Always store the reel with the drag released,
this will ensure the drag springs do not loose their compression tension.
Warranty:
The S-1200 is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year
from the date of purchase. Within this period, Lindgren-Pitman, Inc. will, at its sole
option, repair or replace any component which failed in normal use. Such repairs or
replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that
the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost. This warranty does not
cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accident or unauthorized alterations or repairs.
THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND
IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR
STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, STATUTORY
OR OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS,
WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL LINDGREN-PITMAN, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER
RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR
FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Lindgren-Pitman, Inc. retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the product or offer a
full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE
YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY
Accessories:
Titanium Spool
Beeper
Quick Release Hub Kit
Wishbone Fishing Rod
L/P Hard Wiring Kit (Hubbell box, 20’of 8 gauge wire and Buss breaker)
L/P Portable Wiring Kit
Rod Holder Support Bracket
Once you receive your S-1200 please register it by emailing Lindgren-Pitman, Inc. at
number(s) of the reel you purchased. This way we can keep you up to date with future
Lindgren-Pitman products.
The S-1200 is protected by Both Domestic and Foreign Patents Pending
Manufactured in the U.S.A
Lindgren-Pitman, Inc.
2615 N.E. 5th Avenue
Pompano Beach, FL 33486
Phone (954) 943-4243 Fax (954) 943-7877
Email: sales@lindgren-pitman.com
www.lindgren-pitman.com
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