MINN KOTA DeckHand DH 25R User manual

winch assembly
treuil
davit assembly
bossoir
NOTE: Numbers in ( ) are item numbers referring to parts diagram.
A. Winch and Davit mounted together
1. Remove DeckHand cover (1) by removing cover screws, items (3) and (4).
2. Place the base (18) and the davit (53) in your desired mounting location. Make sure that when
the DeckHand is operating or in a stowed position, the anchor does not come in contact with the
boat.
3. Make sure there are no obstructions under the mounting surface prior to drilling. Mark at
least 4 of the 6 pre-drilled bolt hole location provided in your base for drilling. Also mark all 4 pre-
drilled bolt hole locations provided in your davit for drilling. Drill through the marked holes in the
base using a 21/64” drill bit, and through the marked holes in the davit using 17/64” drill bit.
3”
75 mm
cover
base bolt
rubber washer
flat washer
rondelle plate
nut
INSTRUCTIONS
OWNER’S MANUAL
Model:
DH 25R
DeckHand™

Description
Cover DH-25R
Pig Ring
Screw-#8-18x 1-1/2 Stallgrd (2 .ea)
Screw-#8-18x3/4 Stallgrd (2 .ea)
Motor Assembly - DeckHand- Includes 6-13
Shrink Tube 1/4x1-3/4 (2 .ea)
Gear
Washer - Nylatron (3 .ea)
Washer - Steel (3 .ea)
Cover- Housing
Gasket
Screw - 10-32x.375 (4.ea)
Retaining Ring
Screw-#10-32x1/2 (3 .ea)
Washer- Lock Star #10 Ext Tooth 3.ea)
Spool includes 60’ rope
Bearing-Spool
E-Ring 3/8 Dia Shaft
Base- Mounting E-Coat
Switch-Momentary Anchor
Screw-#4-40x3/4 PPH (2 .ea)
Nut-Con/Mom Swt Anchor (2 .ea)
Spring-Anchor
Grommet-Anchor Cover Short (2 .ea)
Grommet-Anchor Cover Long (2 .ea)
Wire- Routing Clip (2 .ea)
Bag Assembly (includes 26-30)
Bolt- Mounting 3500 w/stallgd (4 .ea)
Mounting Washer-Rubber (6 .ea)
Washer 5/16 STD SS (4 .ea)
Nut 5/16 (4 .ea)
Screw, #8
Switch-Control Anchor
Switch Housing (DH- 25R)
Switch Plate
Screw-Switch Plate 6-20x1/2 (3 .ea)
Control Wire (DH-25R)
Leadwire (DH- 25R)
Rope Guide
Spring-Rope Guide
Washer- Eye Shaft (2 .ea)
Cotter Pin 3/32x3/4 (2 .ea)
Circuit Breaker
Tubing- Heat Shrink
Connecting Cable 14ga
Davit Assembly
Large Roller Assembly
Small Roller Assembly
Sleeve Roller Assembly
Safety Chain Assembly
Anchor Shackle
Safety Pin Assembly
Mounting Bolts and Nuts (4 each)
Item Part
1 2370209
2 2303005
3 2372121
4 2372111
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6 2375400
8 350-154
9 990-077
10 990-075
11 410-015
11a 337-015
12 830-036
13 788-030
14 2223455
14a 2261718
15 2377900
16 2370000
17 2263010
18 2371900
19 2374010
20 2372130
21 2373100
22 2372700
23 2372900
24 2372910
25 2376300
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26 2153501
27 2301720
29 2151726
30 2153100
34 2372100
39 2374000
40 2376500
41 2376510
42 2372150
43 2370700
44 2370602
45 2371610
46 2372710
47 2151700
48 2372615
49 2378204
50 2372031
52 2371412
53 2998411
54 2992312
55 2992306
56 2991503
57 2370820
57a 2370806
58 2992620
59 2774805
PARTS
LIST
SWITCH INSTALLATION
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Switch housing
Switch -center in “OFF” position before battery hook-up.
SWITCH INSTALLATION
Your DeckHand control switch assembly (39) is equipped with an eighteen foot control wire,
allowing convenient mounting almost anywhere in the boat.
1. Select a control switch mounting location. If wire routing or control switch mounting requires
disconnecting of wires within switch housing (40), take special care to insure that proper
reassembly is achieved- refer to wire diagram on page 11.
2. Securely attach switch housing assembly with the two screws (34) provided.

SCHEMATIC
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DH-15 ONLY
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DH-25 ONLY
24 26 27 47
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TESTING
1. Remove existing rope.
2. Thread new rope through front opening in base (18) and then through rope guide (45).
3. Tie one double knot in new rope approximately ten-inches from end of rope as shown in diagram on previous page.
4. Thread end of new rope through spool as shown in the diagram and tie a secure knot in end of rope.
FUNCTION TEST
1. With attached anchor hanging over edge of boat, depress and hold the “UP” portion of the rocker control switch. Anchor
should retract into the base on DH- 25R. Release control switch when anchor is fully seated in base.
2. Depress the “DOWN” portion of the rocker control switch (When depressed, the switch will stay in the “DOWN position
untill manually placed in the “OFF position). Anchor should lower automatically. Gear motor will shut off when anchor
comes in contact with ground surface.
3. With control switch still in “DOWN” position, pull on rope. Rope should automatically feed out. This is your electronic anti-
drag system.
4. Place control switch in “OFF” position with anchor still on ground and repeat pull test. Rope should not feed out. The
control switch must be placed in the “OFF” position to prevent rope feed when anchored.
5. If your DeckHand does not operate properly through function test, recheck wire connections to insure proper hook-up. If
your DeckHand operates properly through function test, replace cover and cover screws.
ROPE REPLACEMENT AND
INSTALLATION
Spool and rope assemblies may be pur-
chased direct from Minn Kota or autho-
rized Minn Kota Service Centers. Should
you decide to replace your own rope, it
is recommended to use a 3/16” diameter
diamond braid polyester or nylon rope.
Secure knot
Double knot tied
approximately 10” from
the end of the rope

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
BATTERY CONNECTIONS
1. Center control switch in “Off” posi-
tion.
2. Connect DeckHand leadwire to
12V battery. If additional leadwire
length is needed, use a minimum
of 10 gauge wire. Connect red
(+) to positive (+) battery terminal.
Black (-) to negative (-) battery
terminal.
CIRCUIT BREAKER
MOM/CON SWITCH
CONTROL SWITCH
CONTROL WIRE
BLACK
BLACK
RED
RED
CONNECTING WIRE-RED
BLACK LEAD
RED LEAD
BOTTOM
VIEW (UP)
(DOWN)
JUMPER WIRE - RED
WHITE
WHITE
TO BATTERY
NEGATIVE -
TO BATTERY
POSITIVE +
GEAR MOTOR
CAUTION:
• Improper polarity hook-up of battery
leadwire could cause severe damage
to gear motor.
• The DeckHand is provided with a
sealed control switch and manual
resettable circuit breaker. Substituting
switches or installing multiple switch-
es other than those provided will void
manufacturers warranty.
(ABAISSEMENT)
(RELEVAGE)
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33 35
34
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52
24 26 27 47
41 42
SCHEMATIC
This page provides MinnKota® WEEE compliance disassembly instructions. For more information about where you should dispose of your waste equipment for recycling and recovery and/or your European Union member state requirements, please contact your dealer or distributor from which your product was purchased. Tools required but not limited to: Flat Head screw driver, Phillips screw driver, Socket set, Pliers, wire Cutters.

CONTROL SWITCH OPERATIONS
Three position rocker control switch has UP, DOWN and OFF positions. DOWN powers the anchor down.
The gear motor automatically stops when anchor touches bottom. With the control switch in DOWN position,
electronic anti- drag system lets out necessary slack to prevent anchor drag. The OFF position locks gear
motor and rope. The UP position powers anchor up and retracts anchor into the DeckHand base. Releasing
the control switch automatically switches to OFF and secures anchor and anchor rope.
CIRCUIT BREAKER OPERATION
The power control circuitry and gear motor are protected by a manual resettable circuit breaker. Should
an operational situation occur where a prolonged overload is present the circuit breaker will disconnect the
battery positive supply in approximately ten seconds. The circuit breaker needs to be manually reset by
pushing the small black button on the side. Repeated tripping of the circuit breaker indicates an operational
or equipment fault that requires correction.
OPERATION
WARNING: Keep fingers clear of rope and base when
operating. Do not operate in normal use with cover off.
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
• After use, rinse unit in fresh water and wipe down unit with a damp cloth.This unit is not intended
for saltwater use. Saltwater use will void your warranty.
• For prolonged storage, lightly coat metal parts with silicone spray or similar product.
• Avoid spraying switch components with any cleaning, lubricating or moisture absorbing com-
pounds. Check rope periodically for frays or cuts and replace if necessary.
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Unit fails to operate or lacks power:
• Check circuit breaker, be sure button is pressed. If circuit breaker is tripped, investigate the
cause of the problem before resetting.
• Check battery charge and connections. Be sure terminals are clean and corrosion free. Use a
fine grade of sandpaper or emery cloth to clean terminals.
• Check your batteries water level. Add water if needed. If connections are good and battery has
a full charge, obtain service as instructed.
2. Alternate Anchors:
• When using alternate anchors and davits insure that your anchor slides or rolls freely. Lubricate
rollers or pulleys if necessary.
3. Anchor does not go down:
• Check circuit breaker, be sure button is pressed.
• Check battery connections.
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