Torqeedo Travel Quick guide

Translation of the original operating instructions
Travel - Travel XP
039-00536 V1.0 • 26/10/2023
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Table of contents
1 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 6
1.1 General information about the manual................................................................... 6
1.2 Version and validity................................................................................................. 6
1.3 Digital operating manual......................................................................................... 6
2 Explanation of symbols ......................................................................................... 7
2.1 Layout of warning notices....................................................................................... 8
2.2 About this operating manual................................................................................... 9
3 Safety ...................................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Intended use.......................................................................................................... 10
3.2 Foreseeable misuse:.............................................................................................. 10
3.3 Safety features...................................................................................................... 11
3.3.1 Motor safety features ............................................................................................. 11
3.3.2 Battery safety features........................................................................................... 11
3.4 General................................................................................................................... 12
4 Product description .............................................................................................. 14
4.1 Serial number and type plate ................................................................................ 14
4.1.1 Type plate ............................................................................................................. 14
4.1.2 Motor identification................................................................................................ 14
4.1.3 Battery identification ............................................................................................. 14
4.1.4 Propeller identification........................................................................................... 15
4.2 Controls and components...................................................................................... 16
4.2.1 Travel ................................................................................................................... 16
4.2.2 Travel remote ........................................................................................................ 17
4.2.3 Display and buttons................................................................................................ 18
4.3 Scope of supply...................................................................................................... 18
4.3.1 Motor .................................................................................................................... 18
4.3.2 Battery ................................................................................................................. 20
4.4 Equipment registration ......................................................................................... 20
5 Technical information.......................................................................................... 21
5.1 Selection of the correct shaft length .................................................................... 21
5.2 Technical characteristics....................................................................................... 21
5.2.1 Transom bracket .................................................................................................... 21
5.2.2 Travel ................................................................................................................... 22
5.2.3 Travel Remote ....................................................................................................... 23
5.2.4 Battery ................................................................................................................. 23
5.3 Operating conditions............................................................................................. 24
5.3.1 Operating conditions for operation........................................................................... 24
5.3.2 Operating conditions for charging ............................................................................ 24
5.3.3 Operating conditions for storage.............................................................................. 24

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5.4 Technical data........................................................................................................ 24
5.4.1 Data and dimensions............................................................................................... 24
5.4.2 Protection class according to DIN EN 60529 ............................................................... 25
5.5 Information about conformity .............................................................................. 26
5.5.1 Declaration of Conformity ....................................................................................... 26
5.6 Patents................................................................................................................... 26
6 Installation and fitting on the boat ................................................................... 27
6.1 Fitting the propeller .............................................................................................. 27
6.2 Fitting the fin......................................................................................................... 28
6.3 Fitting the motor to the boat................................................................................. 29
6.3.1 Requirements for fitting to boat .............................................................................. 29
6.3.2 Fitting the motor .................................................................................................... 29
6.4 Installing Remote Adapter Kit............................................................................... 30
6.4.1 Installing the frame plate ........................................................................................ 30
6.4.2 Attaching the data cable ......................................................................................... 31
6.4.3 Fitting the cover..................................................................................................... 31
6.4.4 Installing the steering tube ..................................................................................... 31
6.5 Fitting the steering plate ...................................................................................... 32
6.6 Connecting the remote steering ........................................................................... 33
6.7 Fitting the accelerator........................................................................................... 34
6.7.1 Fitting the accelerator to the boat ............................................................................ 34
6.7.2 Lay accelerator data cable and connect to motor. ....................................................... 34
6.8 Fitting long tiller arm............................................................................................. 35
6.8.1 Remove/install tiller handle .................................................................................... 35
6.8.2 Calibrating the tiller................................................................................................ 37
7 Operation................................................................................................................ 38
7.1 Software update.................................................................................................... 38
7.2 Operation in emergency situations....................................................................... 38
7.3 Transom bracket.................................................................................................... 39
7.3.1 Steering lock.......................................................................................................... 39
7.3.2 Motor tilt device ..................................................................................................... 40
7.3.3 Shallow water positions.......................................................................................... 40
7.3.4 Tips for trimming the motor..................................................................................... 41
7.3.5 Trimming the motor................................................................................................ 42
7.3.6 Steering brake ....................................................................................................... 43
7.4 Tiller....................................................................................................................... 43
7.4.1 Tiller lock and resistance ......................................................................................... 43
7.5 On-board computer................................................................................................ 44
7.5.1 Operation and membrane keyboard.......................................................................... 44
7.5.2 Main screens.......................................................................................................... 44
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7.5.3 Brightness............................................................................................................. 45
7.5.4 Messages .............................................................................................................. 46
7.5.5 Bluetooth and Bluetooth password .......................................................................... 46
7.5.6 Settings ................................................................................................................ 47
7.6 Battery and charger............................................................................................... 48
7.6.1 Charging the battery............................................................................................... 48
7.6.2 Battery status LED.................................................................................................. 49
7.6.3 Inserting the battery into the motor and removing it .................................................. 50
7.7 Before setting off .................................................................................................. 51
7.8 On return................................................................................................................ 52
7.9 Driving ................................................................................................................... 53
8 Storage and transport.......................................................................................... 54
8.1 Towing the boat with the motor fitted ................................................................. 54
8.2 Transport and shipping ......................................................................................... 54
8.3 Storage of the battery ........................................................................................... 54
9 Care, maintenance and repair ............................................................................ 56
9.1 Maintenance and service intervals ....................................................................... 56
9.2 Care ........................................................................................................................ 56
9.2.1 Cleaning ................................................................................................................ 56
9.2.2 Corrosion protection ............................................................................................... 57
9.3 Maintenance and repair......................................................................................... 57
9.3.1 Anodes.................................................................................................................. 58
9.3.2 Replacing the propeller shaft anode ......................................................................... 59
9.3.3 Replacing the transom bracket anode ....................................................................... 59
9.3.4 Replacing the transom bracket ring anode ................................................................ 60
9.3.5 Propeller ............................................................................................................... 60
9.3.6 Removing the propeller........................................................................................... 60
9.3.7 Fitting the propeller ............................................................................................... 60
9.3.8 Replacing the fin .................................................................................................... 61
9.3.9 Lubricating the remote steering............................................................................... 62
9.3.10 Lubricating the hybrid plug ................................................................................... 62
9.3.11 Plug connectors ................................................................................................... 62
10 Errors and troubleshooting............................................................................... 63
10.1 Error notifications and messages........................................................................ 63
10.2 Faults and errors.................................................................................................. 64
11 Accessories and replacement parts ................................................................ 65
12 Copyright .............................................................................................................. 66
13 General guarantee conditions.......................................................................... 67
14 Disposal and the environment ......................................................................... 68

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Foreword
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for choosing emission-free boating with Torqeedo. Your new electric propulsion system has been
carefully designed, ethically manufactured and conscientiously tested with great care and attention to
ensure that you are completely satisfied.
Please take some time to read this operating manual carefully so that you can use your system properly and
enjoy it for a long time to come. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us or your local service
centre. You will find all the contact details online at Torqeedo.com.
At Torqeedo, we create the pleasure of powerful movement on the water – with respect for our
human and natural environment.
We are delighted that you are joining us on this mission and would like to welcome you on board.
Your Torqeedo Team
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1 Introduction
1.1 General information about the manual
Follow these instructions for proper and safe use. Keep for
future reference
1.2 Version and validity
This operating manual is valid for the following Torqeedo motors:
Motor type Steering Shaft length Item number
Travel S Tiller (S) 62.5cm 1160-00
Travel L Tiller (L) 75.0cm 1161-00
Travel XP S Tiller (S) 62.5cm 1162-00
Travel XP L Tiller (L) 75.0cm 1163-00
Travel XP S R Remote (S) 62.5cm 1164-00
Travel XP L R Remote (L) 75.0cm 1165-00
Battery type Capacity Compatible with Item number
Travel battery See type plate Travel / Travel XP 1166-00
Travel XP battery See type plate Travel / Travel XP 1167-00
1.3 Digital operating manual
You can also download the current version of the operating
manual as a PDF from our homepage. www.torqeedo.com
Make the most of our range of purely digital operating manuals!
They include a lot of additional information about your product.
You can access them via the app or on our homepage or you can
scan the code.

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2 Explanation of symbols
The following symbols, warnings and mandatory signs can be found in this manual and on your product.
Magnetic field Attention: fire hazard Read the instructions
carefully
Do not tread on or
place under load
Attention: hot surface Attention: electric shock
Attention: Danger from
rotating parts
Do not dispose in
household waste
People with pacemakers or other
medical implants must keep a
distance of at least 50 cm from
the system
Caution: risk of crushing Attention magnetic field,
data carriers can be deleted
Recyclable
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2.1 Layout of warning notices
Warning notices are presented in this manual in a standard format and with standard symbols. Observe the
instructions. The hazard classes defined below are used in accordance with the probability of occurrence
and the severity of the consequence.
Warnings:
DANGER
Immediate hazard with high risk. Death or serious bodily
injury may result if the risk is not avoided.
WARNING
Possible hazard with moderate risk. Death or serious bod-
ily injury may result if the risk is not avoided.
CAUTION
Hazard with low risk. Minor or moderate bodily injury may
result if the risk is not avoided.
Warnings: DANGER!Observe instructions! Immediate hazard with high
risk. Death or serious bodily injury may result if the risk is not
avoided.
WARNING!Observe instructions! Possible hazard with
moderate risk. Death or serious bodily injury may result if the risk
is not avoided.
CAUTION!Observe instructions! Hazard with low risk. Minor or
moderate bodily injury may result if the risk is not avoided.
Notes: NOTICE!Instructions, which must be observed to avoid
material damage.
Tips: TIP! User tips and other useful information.

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2.2 About this operating manual
Handling instructions
Handling instructions to be completed are presented as a list. The order of the steps must be followed.
Example: a) Step
b) Step
Results
Results of a handling instruction are presented as follows:
Example: a) Step
ðInterim result
ðResult
Enumerations
Enumerations that have no compulsory order are shown as a list of bullet points.
Example: • Item 1
• Item 2
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3 Safety
3.1 Intended use
Intended use:
The Travel and Travel XP motors, in conjunction with the battery types offered, are suitable for inflatable
boats, dinghies and daysailers. The motors are designed for operation in sea water and fresh water, as well
as in bodies of water without chemicals. They are fitted to an attachment point (transom) on a boat which is
designed for the output of the motor used.
Intended use also includes:
• Fitting the system to the attachment points provided at the stern of the boat and compliance with the
prescribed torques.
• Operating the system on bodies of water with sufficient depth.
• Observing all the instructions in this manual.
• Complying with the maintenance and service intervals.
• Using only original replacement parts and original accessories.
3.2 Foreseeable misuse:
Foreseeable misuse:
Any use other than or exceeding the use specified under “Intended use” is considered unintended use. The
operator bears sole responsibility for damage resulting from unintended use, and the manufacturer accepts
no liability whatsoever.
Among other things, the following is considered unintended use:
• Underwater deployment of the system.
• Operation in waters to which chemicals are added.
• Use of the system outside of marine craft.
• Use of the system at attachment points in the boat other than those at the stern.
• Modifications to the product that are not described in this manual.
• Operation of the propeller outside water.