Remora SOLO User manual

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IMPORTANT CAUTIONS and WARNINGS
Remora
Do Not Charge
Battery unattended.
Discontinue charging if battery or charger gets hot.
Do not dispose of battery in fire.
If a battery
is dropped or damaged, discontinue use
and remove battery to a safe, non
location
Do not allow the batt
ery contacts to get wet.
Do not allow metallic objects such as coins, tools,
jewelry, etc to touch battery contacts
Remora SOLO is
submersible
We perform e tensive factory tests to insure that your Remora is properly sealed and operates
correctly before shipment. You can help to keep your machine running and in top shape.
Cautions
Do Not Drop Remora
SOLO
!!
If dropped on a
hard surface, do not use submerged.
Do not disassemble or modify Remora
Remove battery when not in use.
Do not operate Remora
SOLO
at depths greater
than 20 feet
Verify that the battery is securely clipped and
firmly seated before use
Do not run Remora SOLO at high speed without
water cooling for periods greater than 5 minutes
Always return VSD to “0” when handling Remora
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Remora SO O. This game-
changing tool will change the way you
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IMPORTANT CAUTIONS and WARNINGS
Caution !
Remora
SOLO
Uses Lit ium Batteries.
Battery unattended.
Do not disassemble or modify the battery.
Discontinue charging if battery or charger gets hot.
Keep batteries away from heat or fire.
Do not dispose of battery in fire.
Do not store batteries near flammable materials.
is dropped or damaged, discontinue use
and remove battery to a safe, non
-flammable
Do not immerse battery in liquid unless it is firmly
secured into the Remora Unit.
waterproof
unless inserted into Remora.
ery contacts to get wet.
Do not short
-
circuit battery.
Do not allow metallic objects such as coins, tools,
jewelry, etc to touch battery contacts
Make sure that the battery is dry and the contacts
are clean and dry prior to charging or use
Caution!
submersible
and needs to stay
w
We perform e tensive factory tests to insure that your Remora is properly sealed and operates
correctly before shipment. You can help to keep your machine running and in top shape.
Best
Practices
If dropped on a
hard surface, do not use submerged.
Thoroughly rinse
Remora
with fresh water after each
day’s use.
Do not disassemble or modify Remora
SOLO
Remove battery when not in use.
Follow the regular
maintenance actions described in
this manual
at depths greater
Keep Remora and batteries out of direct sunlight for
e tended periods
Verify that the battery is securely clipped and
Wipe bat
tery o
-
rings and connector
surface before inserting battery.
Do not run Remora SOLO at high speed without
water cooling for periods greater than 5 minutes
Don’t store Remora SOLO at temperatures e ceeding
100
o
F,
keep it out of the back of your car
days.
Always return VSD to “0” when handling Remora
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changing tool will change the way you
please don’t hesitate to contact us at
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS and WARNINGS
Uses Lit ium Batteries.
Do not disassemble or modify the battery.
Keep batteries away from heat or fire.
Do not store batteries near flammable materials.
Do not immerse battery in liquid unless it is firmly
secured into the Remora Unit.
The battery is not
unless inserted into Remora.
Make sure that the battery is dry and the contacts
are clean and dry prior to charging or use
w
aterproof!
We perform e tensive factory tests to insure that your Remora is properly sealed and operates
correctly before shipment. You can help to keep your machine running and in top shape.
Practices
with fresh water after each
maintenance actions described in
Keep Remora and batteries out of direct sunlight for
rings and connector
-
well sealing
surface before inserting battery.
Don’t store Remora SOLO at temperatures e ceeding
keep it out of the back of your car
on sunny

Quick Start Guide
Inspect t e unit
•
Remove the unit and accessories from the package. Verify that everything you ordered is there.
C eck operation of Remora
•Make sure the
Variable Speed and Direction (
•
Install the battery, make sure the
securely snapped in place.
•Press the pause button
(fro
•
Slowly rotate the VSD. The unit will start and increase speed.
•Rotate the VSD to
the other side and test operation.
•
Return the VSD to “0” and press the pause button once.
•
Remove the battery from the unit.
C arge your Battery
•
Carefully insert the terminals of the charger into the contacts in the battery
attached one way. Battery is fully charged when all 4 green LEDs are solid green.
Install t e Impeller to t e brus
as s own.
•The spinner
nut comes installed on the end of the shaft. Remove the spinner nut.
•
Install the brush assembly onto the
the impeller.
•If you need to remove the
Drive
•
Tighten the spinner nut SECURELY. Grip the
wrench to tighten.
Install t e c arged battery into t e unit.
•
Make sure it is firmly seated and the clips are engaged correctly
Go and
clean somet ing. Don’t be afraid to get wet.
Drive Hub, watch for the
small key when removing
Align flats and seat firmly
Quick Start Guide
Remove the unit and accessories from the package. Verify that everything you ordered is there.
Variable Speed and Direction (
VSD) dial (at rear of unit)
is in “0”
Install the battery, make sure the
battery is pressed firmly into the battery well
(fro
nt of unit) once. The unit will not start.
Slowly rotate the VSD. The unit will start and increase speed.
the other side and test operation.
Return the VSD to “0” and press the pause button once.
Remove the battery from the unit.
Carefully insert the terminals of the charger into the contacts in the battery
.
The charger can only be
attached one way. Battery is fully charged when all 4 green LEDs are solid green.
as s own.
nut comes installed on the end of the shaft. Remove the spinner nut.
Install the brush assembly onto the
Drive H
ub, make sure the flats on the hub fully engage the flats in
Drive
Hub, be careful not to lose the drive
key, it’s small!
Tighten the spinner nut SECURELY. Grip the
outside of the
brush firmly and use the supplied ½”
Install t e c arged battery into t e unit.
Make sure it is firmly seated and the clips are engaged correctly
clean somet ing. Don’t be afraid to get wet.
Use wrench
Flats to Tighten
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Remove the unit and accessories from the package. Verify that everything you ordered is there.
is in “0”
(Centered)
battery is pressed firmly into the battery well
and the clips are
The charger can only be
attached one way. Battery is fully charged when all 4 green LEDs are solid green.
nut comes installed on the end of the shaft. Remove the spinner nut.
ub, make sure the flats on the hub fully engage the flats in
key, it’s small!
brush firmly and use the supplied ½”

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Meet Remi, our Tec nical Advisor
Remi is our on-staff retired USN Master Chief and he’s been with the project since the beginning. He’s
also our mascot, although he hates being called that!
Read the instructions, there just might be some stuff you need to know in there!
Remi will give you tips and advice in his own style. Don’t worry, he’s here to help!
Using t ese Instructions:
Please read and understand all Cautions and Warnings
Read all instructions before use.
Contents
Cautions 1
Quick Start Guide 2
Charging and Batteries 4 - 5
Additional Maintenance 6
Install a Battery 7
Select a Brush 8
Install a Brush 9
Use the Controls 10
Hold On! 11 - 12
Above and Below Water Tips 12

1. Maintaining
your Remora
a. Charging the Battery
The Standard Charger will charge
of the battery.
•Attach the Charger
Adapter to the battery.
•Charger A
dapter after installation
Verify Pins are aligned in
center of female contacts!
Installed adapter
your Remora
SO O
The Standard Charger will charge
your 21Ah battery in 5-6
hours, depending on discharge state
Adapter to the battery.
The adapter can only go on one way.
dapter after installation
Verify Pins are aligned in
center of female contacts!
Installed adapter
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hours, depending on discharge state
The adapter can only go on one way.

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•How to read the Charge Power Supply ights:
oPlug the AC cord into the power supply.
oPlug the power cord into a wall outlet, 120VAC US.
•Plug the cable terminal into the adapter jack.
oWhen the battery first starts charging, the lower green light will stay illuminated and
the remaining lights will cycle 2, 3, 4.
oWhen the battery reaches 50%, the lower 2 green lights will stay illuminated, and the
upper 2 will cycle.
oWhen the battery reaches 80%, the lower three green lights will stay illuminated.
oWhen the battery is fully charged, all 4 green lights will stay illuminated
•Remove the cable terminal from the adapter jack.
•Unplug the charger from the wall outlet.
•Remove the charger adapter from the battery.
AC Power Cord
Red Light Illuminates
Green lights cycle from
bottom, 1, 2, 3, 4.
Green lights cycle from
bottom, 1, 2, 3, 4.

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b. Additional Maintenance
ubrication:
oEvery 12 hours of use, lubricate the areas shown below as described.
oWhen removing the Drive Hub, take care not to lose the square key.
Brush and Pad Maintenance
oInspect the Flex Plate in the center of the impeller assembly for wear daily
Cleaning
oRinse Remora with fresh water after each day’s use
oDry Remora and Brushes with a towel or blow off carefully with compressed air
before storage
Apply light oil or WD
-
40 sparingly here
Don’t disassemble your Remora, you don’t have the rating yet! We thoroughly
leak-test each one at the factory before it goes in the bo . If you take it apart,
you may not get it back together completely waterproof. That’s bad.
Apply light oil or WD
-
40 sparing
ly here.
Allow the oil to flow down into the shaft
in the center.
Apply light grease
or anti
-
seize here

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2. Using your Remora SOLO
a. Installing Battery into Remora
Wipe the o
-
rings and inner sealing surface
with a soft cloth or wipe prior to installation.
Make sure the contacts are clean and d
ry.
Carefully align and insert battery
from bottom, engage clips into
catches then snap clips closed
Verify both
clips are completely
latched prior to using Remora SOLO
DO NOT SUBMERGE THE BATTERY OR UNIT UNLESS THEY ARE SECURELY MATED!
Apply a light coat of Vaseline
Petroleum Jelly (or equivalent)
to O-Rings. Do not use
automotive or Marine Grease!

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b. Selecting a brush or pad
Use the softest, least coarse cleaning brush or pad that will get the job done.
If you have to clean large flat or lightly curved areas, use a flat brush.
Barnacles and excessively long growth should be removed or knocked down with a scraper
before using Remora.
When using Remora for hull cleaning, follow the chart below for starting points.
Pay
attention! You don’t want to
damage e pensive bottom paint.

Install the Impeller to the brush as shown.
•
Using the 4 Phillips head screws and washers, install the impeller to the brush.
Install the Brush
Assembly onto the rive Hub
•
Install the brush assembly onto the hub, make sure the flats on the hub fully engage the
flats in the impeller.
•
If you need to remove the Brush Hub, be careful not to lose the drive key, it’s small!
•
Tighten the spinner nut SECUR
wrench to tighten.
Align flats and seat firmly
Remora’s brush assembly serves a bigger purpose than just
actually a pump (Patent Pending) that provides suction that applies pressure to the
surface being cleaned. If you’re smart, you’ll learn how to use that to your advantage.
Drive Hub, watch for the
small key when removing
Installing Brushes
Install the Impeller to the brush as shown.
Using the 4 Phillips head screws and washers, install the impeller to the brush.
Assembly onto the rive Hub
Install the brush assembly onto the hub, make sure the flats on the hub fully engage the
flats in the impeller.
If you need to remove the Brush Hub, be careful not to lose the drive key, it’s small!
Tighten the spinner nut SECUR
E Y. Grip the brush firmly and use the supplied ½”
wrench to tighten.
Use wrench
Flats to Tighten
Align flats and seat firmly
Remora’s brush assembly serves a bigger purpose than just
scrubbing. The impeller is
actually a pump (Patent Pending) that provides suction that applies pressure to the
surface being cleaned. If you’re smart, you’ll learn how to use that to your advantage.
Drive Hub, watch for the
small key when removing
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Using the 4 Phillips head screws and washers, install the impeller to the brush.
Install the brush assembly onto the hub, make sure the flats on the hub fully engage the
If you need to remove the Brush Hub, be careful not to lose the drive key, it’s small!
E Y. Grip the brush firmly and use the supplied ½”
scrubbing. The impeller is
actually a pump (Patent Pending) that provides suction that applies pressure to the
surface being cleaned. If you’re smart, you’ll learn how to use that to your advantage.

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c. Operation of the controls
The controls consist of two elements:
1. Variable Speed and Direction control (VSD) at the rear of the unit, and
2. Pause Button, at the front of the unit
These two elements work together in a couple of ways.
To start the unit:
Method One
1. Press the pause button once
2. Turn the VSD dial to your preferred setting, the unit will start and run at the selected
setting.
Method Two
1. Turn the VSD dial to your preferred setting
2. Press the pause button once, the unit will start and run at the selected setting.
To stop the unit:
•Press the pause button once. The unit will soft stop. If you want to continue cleaning at
the same setting, press the pause button again and the unit will soft start and run at the
previously selected speed and direction.
•Turn the VSD dial to the “0” position. Unit will stop. The unit can be re-started by turning
the VSD dial.
When finished, shut the machine off by pressing the pause button once and returning the VSD
dial to “0”.
Remove the battery when finished for the day!
Clockwise Rotation
Counterclockwise Rotation
Off
(Position 0)
VSD
Faster
Faster

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d. Cleaning with your Remora SOLO
How to hold onto your Remora SO O
Remora has been designed to give you options on how you grip and control the machine.
Each has Benefits and Considerations. There are three basic ways:
1.One-handed, grip around the waist, right or left handed.
2.One-handed, grip around the motor housing, right hand…
Or eft hand…
Benefits
: Great for
light
cleaning, easy to grip,
good maneuverability.
Considerations
: High
twisting loads on wrist
when used at higher
power settings or if you
apply a lot of pressure to
the surface being cleaned.
Benefits
: Great twisting
torque resistance for heavier
cleaning, less tiring and
adequate maneuverability.
Considerations
: Less
maneuverability than the
waist-grip method.
Note forearm
supported by fin.
Counter
-
Clockwise
Clockwise
Counter
-
Clockwise
Clockwise

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3.Two-Handed, right or left….
3. Removing the battery from Remora SOLO
If the unit is wet you must follow this procedure!
a. Keep the unit upright!
b. Release both latches, disengage from latch catches.
c. While holding unit upright, gently remove battery, O NOT TWIST!
Benefits
: Best twisting torque
resistance for heavier cleaning,
less tiring and adequate
maneuverability, easy steering,
fast access to VSD and Pause
Button
Considerations
: Does not leave
second hand free for other tasks
or for holding onto the vessel
when cleaning submerged.
Change up
your styles when using Remora for
e tended periods, it’ll save you from getting sore!

d.
Still holding the unit upright, carefully wipe unit battery well with a towel.
e.
It is now safe to flip the unit over.
f.
Carefully wipe battery with
4.
Operating Characteristics and Safety Features
a.
Electronic Speed Control and VSD

Your Remora has a governor
limited to a fixed n
electronics. If this limit is exceeded during use, the unit will stop
2 seconds.
If this occurs, it means you are pressing too hard on the brush. Change to a coarser
brush an
d reduce pressure on the brush.
b. Battery Pack

The battery pack has a brain. It keeps track of charging, discharging and will protect
against external shorts, overcharging and over discharging.
When the battery pack is almost fully discharged, you will exper
where the machine stops, but will restart within 2
a minute or so. If this occurs, recharge the battery or replace with a fully charged
battery.
WARNING! Carefully examine t e
Battery Terminals for any signs of water entry. T e terminals s ould be brig t silver in
color. If t ey are greenis or pinkis in color, water as entered t e battery! If water as entered t e battery, DO NOT
use, c arge or s ip t e battery. Contact Remor
Bad!
WARNING! Carefully examine t e Battery Terminals for any signs of water entry. T e terminals s ould be brig t silver in
color. If t ey are greenis or pinkis in color, water as entered t e battery! If water as entered t e battery, DO NOT
use, c arge or
s ip t e battery. Contact Remora Marine
Place t e damaged battery into a Plastic Ziplock Bag. Store outdoors away from combustible objects, plants or furniture.
Still holding the unit upright, carefully wipe unit battery well with a towel.
It is now safe to flip the unit over.
Carefully wipe battery with
a towel.
Operating Characteristics and Safety Features
Electronic Speed Control and VSD
Your Remora has a governor
or torque limiter
: The speed control in Remora Solo is
limited to a fixed n
umber of amps to prevent damage to the motor
electronics. If this limit is exceeded during use, the unit will stop
If this occurs, it means you are pressing too hard on the brush. Change to a coarser
d reduce pressure on the brush.
The battery pack has a brain. It keeps track of charging, discharging and will protect
against external shorts, overcharging and over discharging.
When the battery pack is almost fully discharged, you will exper
where the machine stops, but will restart within 2
-
3 minutes, then stop again within
a minute or so. If this occurs, recharge the battery or replace with a fully charged
Battery Terminals for any signs of water entry. T e terminals s ould be brig t silver in
color. If t ey are greenis or pinkis in color, water as entered t e battery! If water as entered t e battery, DO NOT
use, c arge or s ip t e battery. Contact Remor
a Marine Immediately and remove t e battery to a safe place outdoors.
Good!
WARNING! Carefully examine t e Battery Terminals for any signs of water entry. T e terminals s ould be brig t silver in
color. If t ey are greenis or pinkis in color, water as entered t e battery! If water as entered t e battery, DO NOT
s ip t e battery. Contact Remora Marine
IMMEDIATELY
and remove t e battery to a safe place outdoors.
Place t e damaged battery into a Plastic Ziplock Bag. Store outdoors away from combustible objects, plants or furniture.
Good!
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Still holding the unit upright, carefully wipe unit battery well with a towel.
: The speed control in Remora Solo is
umber of amps to prevent damage to the motor
, connectors and
electronics. If this limit is exceeded during use, the unit will stop
, then restart within
If this occurs, it means you are pressing too hard on the brush. Change to a coarser
The battery pack has a brain. It keeps track of charging, discharging and will protect
When the battery pack is almost fully discharged, you will exper
ience a condition
3 minutes, then stop again within
a minute or so. If this occurs, recharge the battery or replace with a fully charged
Battery Terminals for any signs of water entry. T e terminals s ould be brig t silver in
color. If t ey are greenis or pinkis in color, water as entered t e battery! If water as entered t e battery, DO NOT
a Marine Immediately and remove t e battery to a safe place outdoors.
Good!
WARNING! Carefully examine t e Battery Terminals for any signs of water entry. T e terminals s ould be brig t silver in
color. If t ey are greenis or pinkis in color, water as entered t e battery! If water as entered t e battery, DO NOT
and remove t e battery to a safe place outdoors.
Place t e damaged battery into a Plastic Ziplock Bag. Store outdoors away from combustible objects, plants or furniture.
Good!

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5. Notes on Buoyancy and Tuning
a. Buoyancy
Remora is designed to float, with minimal positive buoyancy. Your machine was
shipped from the factory with about 1 oz. (28 g) of positive buoyancy in 70
o
F
(21
o
C) fresh water.
This means it will float more in colder fresh water and less in warmer fresh
water. It will have about 8-10% more buoyancy in salt water.
b. Tuning
Your Remora is supplied with a ballast compartment that allows you to reduce
buoyancy by up to 1.5 oz. (43 g) through the use of stainless steel washers. It is a
small change but if you find yourself working to keep the tool submerged, adding
weight will help. The weights are also valuable when changing from salt to fresh
or brackish water.
Ballast weights:
1. Using a #10 Torx driver, remove the screw in the center of the ballast
compartment. Remove the black plastic ballast retainer.
2. Stack up to five 1-1/2” ¼”hole stainless fender washers in the
compartment.
3. Replace the Ballast retainer and replace the screw. O NOT
OVERTIGHTEN THE SCREW!

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6. Tips for Using Your Remora SOLO
Submerged use tips:
oUse the softest brush or pad that will get the job done.
oUse the slowest speed that will get the job done.
oAllow the machine to do the work. on’t fight it.
oDon’t apply excess pressure to the surface.
oDon’t scrub, just guide Remora in the direction you want to clean.
oOccasionally change hands, grip and position to equalize loads on your muscles.
Above the Waterline Cleaning tips:
oMake sure the surface is kept wet while using.
oDo not run Remora at greater than ½ speed for extended periods without cooling.
oSpray Remora with water regularly when using on deck.
oUse the softest brush that gets the job done.
oRemora’s brushes are generally safe for use on high quality marine paints and gel
coats, however, test on an inconspicuous spot before using.
Please enjoy using your Remora SO O, feel free to contact us with new uses, suggestions or feedback.
Thank You!