Manuals & installation
Every guide you need to mount, wire, and run your Remote Troll — free to download, and we're a phone call away if you get stuck.
Downloads
Owner's Manual
The complete Remote Troll owner's manual — operation, care, and warranty.
Download PDFMounting & Wiring Instructions
Bracket mounting and 12V wiring for all Remote Troll systems.
Download PDFTransom Mounting Template
Printable drill template for transom-mount installations.
Download PDFPontoon Bracket
Installation guide for the pontoon mounting bracket.
Download PDFWireless Control
Pairing and operating the wireless remote control.
Download PDFCable Pulley Drive
Installing a stainless steel cable on cable-driven models.
Download PDFInstallation at a glance
Before you drill: dry fit
IMPORTANT: before drilling any holes in the boat, “dry fit” your Remote Troll. With some assistance, hold it in place and check: is it square with the boat? Any interference with cables, fuel lines, trim tabs, or the main motor? Will the trolling motor propeller sit deep enough? The cavitation plate should be a minimum of 1–2 inches below the water — more for big water like the ocean or Great Lakes. If you drill holes in a bracket it cannot be returned for exchange, so dry fitting confirms you have the correct bracket first.
Transom installations
Transom brackets are installed with four bolts through the transom. Some transoms are strong enough to hold the Remote Troll on their own; if there is any doubt, use a backing plate on the inside of the transom — any rigid material (aluminum, plywood) that distributes the load. Nuts and washers go on the inside of the transom.
Swim platform installations
Swim platform brackets are installed with four bolts through the platform. Your installation may need a backing plate, and if the platform is not strong enough to carry the weight of the Remote Troll and motor you may need to add support. Drill 3/16″ pilot holes first, then the final holes with a 7/16″ bit. Make sure the motor power cord will reach the transom before drilling the 1 1/8″ hole for the female plug. Snug and seal all nuts.
Attaching the outboard motor
Center the outboard motor over the movable transom of the Remote Troll and lower it until seated. Tighten the motor clamps firmly against the black high-density polyethylene clamping surface, then lock the motor pivot in the centered position per your motor's owner's manual. Always tether the motor to your boat with a safety chain, cable, or strap strong enough to hold it — on the water and when trailering.
Full step-by-step details, wiring diagrams, and drill templates are in the PDF downloads above.
Stuck on an install?
Curved transom, no access behind the deck, custom bracket — we've seen it all. Call before you drill and we'll walk you through it.