Lowrance Ghost Series User manual

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GHOST®SERIES
OPERATOR MANUAL
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Preface | Ghost Series Operator Manual
Disclaimer
!Warning: Refer to important safety information in the user product documentation and
review all warnings, limitations, and disclaimers before using this product.
This product is not a substitute for proper training and prudent seamanship. It is the owner’s
sole responsibility to install and use the equipment in a manner that will not cause accidents,
personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for
observing maritime safety practices.
Navigational features that appear in this guide are not a substitute for proper training and
prudent seamanship. They do not replace a human navigator and SHOULD NOT be relied on
as a sole or primary source of navigation. It is the operator’s sole responsibility to use more
than one navigational methods to ensure the route suggested by the system is safe.
BRUNSWICK CORPORATION AS AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, BRANCHES AND AFFILIATES DISCLAIM
ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS,
DAMAGE OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW.
This document represents the product as at the time of publishing. Brunswick Corporation
and its subsidiaries, branches and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product
and/or specifications at any time without notice. Please contact your nearest distributor if you
require any further assistance.
Governing language
This statement, any instruction manuals, user guides and other information relating to
the product (Documentation) may be translated to, or has been translated from, another
language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between any Translation of the
Documentation, the English language version of the Documentation will be the official
version of the Documentation.
Copyright
© 2023 Navico Group. All Rights Reserved. Navico Group is a division of Brunswick
Corporation.
Warranty
This product’s warranty is supplied as a separate document.
Compliance
Declarations of conformity
The relevant declarations of conformity are available at: www.lowrance.com.
Europe
The trolling motor complies with CE under the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU and
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. The compass complies with CE under the Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU.
United Kingdom
The trolling motor complies with UKCA under The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 and
Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008. The compass complies with UKCA under The
Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016.
United States of America
This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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!Warning: The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
¼Note: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.
Canada
This product complies with ISED (Innovation, Science and Economic Development) Canada’s
license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Australia
This product complies with ACMA according to Radiocommunications Labelling
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) Notice 2017 and Radiocommunications (Compliance
Labelling - Devices) Notice 2014.
New Zealand
This product complies with RSM according to Radiocommunications (EMC Standards) Notice
2019 and Radiocommunications (Radio Standards) Notice 2020.
Trademarks
®Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off, and ™ common law marks.
Visit www.navico.com/intellectual-property to review the global trademark rights and
accreditations for Navico Group and other entities.
• Navico® is a trademark of Navico Group.
• Lowrance® is a trademark of Navico Group.
• Ghost® is a trademark of Navico Group.
• FlipSwitch™ is a trademark of Navico Group.
• Link™ is a trademark of Navico Group.
• Bluetooth® is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
• NMEA® and NMEA 2000® are trademarks of the National Marine Electronics Association.
• Power-Pole® is a trademark of JL Marine Systems, Inc.
• Tef-Gel® is a trademark of Ultra Safety Systems, Inc.
• Teflon® is a trademark of the Chemours Company FC, LLC.
More information
Document version: 006
For the latest version of this document in supported languages and other related
documentation, visit: www.lowrance.com/downloads/ghost.

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Contents | Ghost Series Operator Manual
Contents
6 Introduction
6 About this manual
6 Limitations
6 Product overview
7 Safe operation with the trolling motor
8 Deploying and stowing the trolling motor
9 Adjusting the trolling motor
9 Depth adjustment
9 How to use the FlipSwitch
11 Adjusting the braided stainless steel pull cable length
12 Operation
12 Power the trolling motor ON or OFF
12 Check the battery capacity
12 Steering with the foot pedal
13 Activating the propeller
13 Adjusting the speed
14 Select a mode or action
14 Modes and actions
17 Service and maintenance
17 General maintenance
18 Propeller replacement
19 Updating the software
19 Configuration
20 Troubleshooting
21 Foot pedal LED indicators
22 Direction indicator LED and audible feedback
23 Serial number

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Introduction
About this manual
This manual is a reference guide for installation and operation of the trolling motor. Important
text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows:
¼Note: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
⚠Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they should proceed carefully to
prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/personnel.
Limitations
⚠Warning: This product is intended to be used in freshwater only and a sacrificial anode (sold
separately) is required for use in brackish water. Use of the product in brackish water (without
the anode) or saltwater will void the warranty.
Product overview
A
B
C
D
E
G
J
K
L
G
H
F
I
J
Stowed position Deployed position
A Stabilizer
Supports the trolling motor when in the stowed position.
B Stow and deploy assist spring
Reduces the force needed to stow and deploy the trolling motor.
C HDI Nose cone transducer
D Propeller
E Foot pedal
F Direction indicator
G Braided stainless steel pull cable and handle
Used when stowing and deploying the trolling motor. The trolling motor is latched in both
stowed and deployed positions, pulling the cable releases the latching.
H Depth adjustment knob
When loosened, the lower unit depth can be adjusted.
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Introduction | Ghost Series Operator Manual
I Motor mount
J Stow strap
K Lower unit
L 360 breakaway
NM
O
O
P
Q
O
O
R
Foot pedal
M Toe end
N Momentary switch
O Mode and action keys
P Heel end
Q Power key and battery capacity indicator
R Speed adjustment knob
Safe operation with the trolling motor
Do not use automatic steering when:
• In heavy traffic areas or in narrow waters
• In poor visibility or extreme sea conditions
• In areas where use of an autopilot is prohibited by law
When using a trolling motor:
• Do not place any magnetic material or equipment near the heading sensor used by the
trolling motor system
• Verify at regular intervals the course and position of the vessel
⚠Warning:
- Do not run the propeller out of the water. Doing so may cause serious injuries.
- Disconnect power when the motor is being stored, transported or not in use for extended
periods of time.
- Always install the stow strap while the motor is stowed for transportation.
- Always disconnect motor from the batteries before cleaning or checking the propeller.
- Do not attempt to disassemble the 360 breakaway.
- Keep fingers clear from moving parts when stowing or deploying the trolling motor.

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Deploying and stowing the trolling motor
A
B
C
A
B
C
Stowed position Deployed position
Deploying
1 Release the stow strap (C) and pull the Braided stainless steel pull cable and handle (A) to
unlatch the trolling motor from the stowed position.
2 Lift the trolling motor from the stowed position and tilt it down until it is locked in the
deployed position.
• If the trolling motor is turned ON, the lower unit will position itself according to the foot
pedal position.
• If the trolling motor is turned OFF, the lower unit will be deactivated until the trolling
motor is turned ON and the foot pedal operated.
3 Make sure that the trolling motor is fully deployed and latched in the deployed position.
Stowing
The trolling motor should be turned ON during the stowing operation. This will ensure that
the lower unit is adjusted to its stowing position.
1 Pull the Braided stainless steel pull cable and handle (A) to unlatch the trolling motor from the
deployed position.
2 Lift the pull cable up and backward to slowly lift the trolling motor into the stowed position.
3 Tilt the trolling motor to the stow position. The lower unit (B) will automatically adjust to the
proper stowing angle.
4 If necessary, push the trolling motor down against the deck of the boat until it locks in the
stow position. Attach the stow strap (C).

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Adjusting the trolling motor | Ghost Series Operator Manual
Adjusting the trolling motor
Depth adjustment
1 Loosen the depth adjustment knob (A).
2 Raise or lower the motor assembly to the desired level.
3 Tighten the depth adjustment knob (A).
A
min. 300.0 mm
(12.00”)
How to use the FlipSwitch
The FlipSwitch allows you to move the momentary switch (propeller ON) from the left to the
right side.
Tools required
• 1x Phillips screwdriver #2
Procedure
1 Remove the lock screw (A) that secures the cover plate (B).
A
B
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2 Press the locking tab (C) upwards and slide the cover plate (B) forward until it is free.
B
C
3 Remove the screws (D) that secures the FlipSwitch assembly.
D
4 Turn the FlipSwitch assembly (E) 180 and fasten the screws (D) that secure the FlipSwitch
assembly.
E
D
5 Slide the cover plate (B) back in place and fasten the lock screw (A).
A
B