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    Minkota fortrex 80

    Went fishing this morning and got the prop into some tree limbs and the motor quit running. I pushed the button about a hundred times and it started working. Got to the next spot and nothing. Kept pushing and it started working and worked the rest of the day. Works fine at home but I'm scared to go back that it might not work, any suggestions.

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    It's possible that you have pushed the magnet down in the reed switch so it's not making good connection. I would start by checking the reed switch and resetting: http://www.jonestrollingmotor.com/faq.htm
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    #3
    I have no idea where the reed switch is, I guess I need a manual. Thanks.

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    #4
    Quote Originally Posted by Jww View Post
    I have no idea where the reed switch is, I guess I need a manual. Thanks.
    Click on the link he provided and read the answer to the last question.

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    #5
    Sorry I missed that. Thanks.