Ocean Kayak Boat TORQUE User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL SUPPLEMENT FOR  
THE TORQUE  
CAUTION  
Read this manual carefully before operating your new Torque Kayak. Retain for  
future reference. In addition, it is important that you follow all applicable boating  
regulations. Make sure you consult your dealer or State for details.  
Battery Box  
Battery not  
included  
Minn Kota Saltwater Trolling  
Motor with 36# Thrust  
Can be easily removed for  
transport or storage  
Back-up Paddle  
Storage  
Kill Switch  
Infinitely Variable  
Speed Control  
Allows you to find the  
perfect speed for trolli
100% Sealed  
Connections  
Prevents corrosion  
and short circuits  
Extra-large Rudder  
Designed to optimize  
steering when motor  
is in use  
125 Gilman Falls Ave, Bldg B, Old Town, ME 04468 USA  
 
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Table of ConTenTs  
General and Motor Safety Guidelines 2  
Getting Started 3  
GeTTinG sTarTed  
Battery Information 4  
sTeP 1: Make sure speed control dial is  
in the off position before inserting battery  
or motor.  
Maximizer/Depth Finder Interference 4  
Maintenance and Propeller Replacement 5  
Replacement Parts 6  
Troubleshooting 6  
sTeP 2: Place battery into battery box.  
Connect red wire to positive terminal and  
black wire to negative terminal.  
Frequently Asked Questions 7-8  
Warranty Information 8  
fig. 1  
sTeP 3: With kayak in the water so the  
propeller does not run aground, put the  
motor into tankwell (fig. 1), strap it down  
and plug it in (fig. 2).  
General safeTy Guidelines  
• Paddler assumes risk to self and others.  
• Always seek instruction from a dealer or kayak instructor prior to using  
this craft. Know your limitations and abilities.  
• Use good judgement regarding water and wind conditions. Follow  
recommended safety precautions.  
fig. 2  
sTeP 4: Put rudder down and adjust  
• Check your equipment prior to use and always make sure you have safety  
equipment on board (including a spare paddle).  
foot pedals to your leg length.  
• Never consume alcohol or drugs prior to or during use.  
• Children should only use this kayak under active adult supervision.  
• Always have a U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation device (PFD)  
while on board. Children must always wear a PFD.  
• Do not exceed the recommended capacity of this kayak: 350-400 lbs  
[158.8-181.4 kg].  
sTeP 5: Make sure you have a paddle  
placed in the back-up paddle storage  
bungee located on both sides of the  
tankwell and an approved personal  
flotation device (PFD).  
fig. 3  
sTeP 6: You are now ready to go.  
Clip kill switch to your PFD. Use dial  
to go forward or reverse and find your  
perfect speed for trolling. (fig. 3)  
MoTor safeTy Guidelines  
• WarninG: avoid running the motor aground. This could cause  
damage to motor and/or propeller.  
• Always have motor cut-off (kill switch) bungee attached to operator.  
• When not in use, leave motor cut-off in place to prevent battery drainage.  
• Rinse exterior of boat and motor after use in salt water.  
• The motor features a sacrificial zinc anode to fight galvanic corrosion. The  
replaceable anode is conveniently mounted on the prop hub and provides  
for better protection and longer motor life. Replace anode if it is more than  
50% consumed.  
sKeG PluG: The motor can be  
swapped out with the skeg plug for  
paddling without the motor. (fig. 4-5)  
fig. 4-5  
• Avoid contact with propeller when under power.  
• Do not exit the kayak when in use or use in the vicinity of swimmers.  
• Avoid use in shallow water as propeller or motor damage can occur.  
 
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baTTery inforMaTion  
• Use a 12 volt group 24 deep cycle battery or smaller available at any  
marine retail store or any battery retailer.  
• Use only a marine sealed lead-acid or absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery.  
Do not use a non-sealed battery.  
• Disconnect battery when not in use.  
MainTenanCe  
1.After use, the motor unit should be rinsed with fresh water, then wiped  
down with a cloth dampened with an aqueous based silicone spray.  
2.The propeller must be cleaned of weeds and fishing line. The line can get  
behind the prop, wear away the seals and allow water to enter the motor.  
Check this after every 20 hours of operation.  
• Do not transport kayak with battery.  
3.Before each use, check to see that the prop nut is secure.  
• Do not mount anything to the battery box cover.  
4.To prevent accidental damage during transporting or storage, disconnect  
the battery whenever the motor is off of the water. For prolonged storage,  
lightly coat the metal parts with an aqueous based silicone spray.  
5.For maximum performance, restore battery to full charge before each use.  
6.Keep battery terminals clean with fine sandpaper or emery cloth.  
7.In order to prevent corrosion and maximize conductivity, it is highly  
recommended that you apply a dielectric grease to the plug, receptacle  
and battery terminals after every use. Dielectric grease is available at most  
hardware or automotive stores.  
8.The weedless wedge propeller is designed to provide absolute weed free  
operation with very high efficiency. To maintain this top performance,  
the leading edge of the blades must be kept smooth. If they are rough or  
nicked from use, restore to smooth by sanding with fine sandpaper.  
• Do not use battery box for storage of anything but battery.  
• Battery should be installed and charged by adults only.  
• WarninG: Risk of explosive gas mixture. Never smoke, strike a match,  
or cause a spark in the vicinity of battery.  
• Before making any connections to batteries in confined space (such as this  
kayaks battery box/compartment) allow it to air out for 15 minutes.  
• When connecting cables, always connect the red positive ( + ) wires to the  
red positive ( + ) terminal on the battery and the black negative ( - ) wires  
to the black negative ( - ) terminal on the battery.  
• As a general on the water estimate, the Torque 12 volt motor will pull 25  
amps at full speed. The actual ampere draw is subject to your particular  
environmental conditions and operation requirements. Maintain battery  
at full charge. Proper care will ensure having battery power when you need  
it, and will significantly improve the battery life. Failure to recharge lead-acid  
batteries (within 12-24 hours) is the leading cause of premature  
battery failure. Use a variable rate charger to avoid overcharging.  
ProPeller rePlaCeMenT  
• Replacement propellers are available at most marine retailers or at any  
Minn Kota Authorized Dealer. The part number you need is MKP-6  
Prop 2061125 Weedless Wedge or for increased power the Power Prop  
(MKP-2). The MKP-2 will add about 0.5 mph to the top speed of the boat  
with no additional amp draw.  
reCharGinG of baTTery  
• Follow instructions on your battery charger.  
• It is strongly recommended to remove the battery from the boat during  
recharging and transport. If you charge the battery while it is in the craft, be  
sure to have the battery compartment open and the battery well ventilated.  
• Unplug the charger before connecting the battery to the charger.  
• WarninG: Be sure that all electrical connections are not in contact with  
water as this could result in shock or electrocution.  
• Disconnect the motor from the battery before beginning any prop work.  
• Hold the propeller and loosen the prop nut with a pliers or a wrench.  
• Remove prop nut and washer. If the drive pin is sheared/broken, you will  
need to hold the shaft steady with a screwdriver  
Slot End  
Weedless Propeller  
blade pressed into the slot on the end of the shaft.  
Turn the old prop to horizontal and pull it  
straight off. If the drive pin falls out,  
Prop nut  
MaxiMizer/dePTh finder inTerferenCe  
push it back in.  
The built-in Maximizers solid state electronics create pulse width modulation  
to provide longer running time and extended battery life. With the Torques  
Maximizer speed control, you may, in single battery applications, experience  
some interference in your depth finder display due to RF (radio Frequency) or  
electrical interference. If interference does occur, call customer service for our  
document that has a few steps to reduce or eliminate the interference problem  
or download the file from the Torques website page under the features tab at:  
• Align new propeller with drive pin.  
• Install prop washer and prop nut.  
• Tighten prop nut 1/4 turn past snug. [25-35 inch lbs.]Washer  
Be careful, over tightening can damage prop.  
Drive pin  
 
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rePlaCeMenT ParTs  
freQuenTly asKed QuesTions  
Replacement parts are available by calling Ocean Kayak customer service  
at 800-8-KAYAKS.  
i pulled my kill switch and my battery died overnight,  
what happened?  
The kill switch is not designed as an on/off switch but as an emergency kill  
switch. It is recommended to disconnect the battery for any prolonged  
storage to eliminate battery drainage.  
TroubleshooTinG  
My motor does not go directly into reverse from full speed.  
is it broken?  
Motor fails to turn on or loses power after a short running time:  
• Make sure the kill switch tether is in place.  
The motor control unit requires being reset before switching from forward to  
reverse or reverse to forward. This process is simply setting the dial control to  
the off position for approximately 2-3 seconds.  
• Check circuit breaker. The reset lever will be angled out at a  
60 degree angle if blown. Reset by pressing the lever back in.  
• Insure that the motor plug is fully inserted in the receptacle in  
the transom of the boat and that both are free of any corrosion.  
• Check battery connections for proper polarity and make sure  
battery terminals are clean and corrosion free. Use fine sandpaper  
or emery cloth to clean terminals.  
Can i install an after market prop on my motor to increase speed?  
This is not recommended as it will increase the amp draw of the motor causing  
it to overheat. The use of any non-standard parts will void the warranty.  
how important is the battery selection for the electric motor usage?  
The battery is a critical element of your electric motor system. A high-quality  
deep cycle marine battery should always be used. Unlike automobile  
batteries, deep cycle marine batteries are designed to be drawn down to a  
discharged state and then recharged. (To extend the life of your battery, always  
recharge after use. Most deep cycle marine batteries fail due to lack of proper  
maintenance.)  
• Check battery charge, if low return to full charge.  
• With battery disconnected make sure prop turns freely. Also  
check behind prop for obstructions and debris. See prop  
replacement instructions on page 5.  
• Check that speed control knob is securely attached to pivot post.  
• If this still doesn’t solve the issue, contact customer service.  
What size battery do i need?  
We recommend using a sealed 12 volt group 24 deep cycle battery with a mini-  
mum 85 amp hour rating. A group 24 is the largest size battery that can be used  
with the Torque kayak.  
Motor stops working completely after a short time:  
Turn the speed control dial to the “off” position. Then continue  
normal operation.  
The batteries i have seen do not have an amp hour rating, they list a  
reserve capacity. how do i choose the right battery?  
If an amp hour rating is not available, select a deep cycle marine battery with a  
minimum of 140 minute reserve capacity.  
• Insure that the motor plug is fully inserted in the receptacle and  
that both are free of any corrosion.  
• Check battery charge, if low return to full charge.  
• Insure that the kill switch tether is in place.  
What do i need to recharge the battery?  
We recommend using a multi-stage charger such as the Minn Kota MK110P.  
you experience prop vibration or loud vibration noise coming  
from the motor during normal operation:  
• Tighten motor tie down strap to reduce vibration.  
• Remove and rotate the prop 180 degrees. See propeller  
replacement instructions on page 5.  
how long will it take to recharge the battery?  
The amount of time it takes to recharge the battery will depend on the type of  
charger being used. A charger with a higher amp output will charge quicker.  
how long will my kayak run on a fully charged battery?  
The amount of run-time will vary depending on the amp hour rating of the deep  
cycle battery being used. The higher the amp hour rating the more run-time you  
will have. As a general estimate, the Torque 12 volt motor will pull 25 amps  
at full speed.  
• If prop is damaged replace with the MKP- prop kit (see page 5).  
for all other techincal questions and concerns, contact  
ocean Kayak customer service at 800-8-KayaKs or  
service@oceankayak.com.  
 
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freQuenTly asKed QuesTions (ConTinued froM PaGe 7)  
What do i do if i experience prop vibration?  
Props and shafts are not 100% symmetrical. Often times simply removing the  
prop, rotating it 180 degrees, and reinstalling it will lessen or eliminate the  
incidence of vibration.  
how fast can the Torque go?  
The maximum speed is 5.5 mph.  
Why is the rudder on the Torque extra large?  
The rudder is designed to optimize steering when the motor is in use. It  
allows for precise positioning, a tight turning radius, responsive steering and  
total hands-free control.  
Can the Torque be paddled without the motor?  
Yes, a skeg plug is included with the Torque kayak and can be placed in place  
of the motor unit. This lowers the weight of the kayak to 75 lbs. and allows it to  
paddle like a regular kayak.  
WarranTy inforMaTion  
To whom does this warranty apply?  
JOHNSON OUTDOORS INC. extends the following limited warranty to the  
original retail consumer only.  
What does this warranty cover?  
This warranty covers material defects in workmanship of your new Johnson  
Outdoors Inc. products with the exceptions stated below.  
how long does the coverage last?  
The warranty for the Minn Kota motor and electronics is 2 years from the  
consumers original purchase date. Ocean Kayak products are three years  
from consumers original purchase date. For standard boats used for rental,  
demonstration, resort or outfitter purposes, 90 days from date of delivery  
by the dealer to Consumer. For boats built as special “outfitter grade” boats  
used for rental, demonstration, resort or outfitter purposes, one year from  
date of delivery. For accessories, 90 days from Consumers original purchase  
date. For Minn Kota trolling motor and electronics, 2 years from consumers  
original purchase date. For complete warranty details, to provide notice of a  
warranty claim, or to request warranty service, please contact Johnson  
Outdoors Inc. at 800-852-9257.  
125 Gilman Falls Ave, Bldg B, Old Town, ME 04468  
Phone: 800-8-KAYAKS • Fax: 207-827-3647  
Manual Part # 07.2000.0521 (10/09)  
Website: www.oceankayak.com  
 

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