Don't let the size fool you. Edge's compact mount is built with extruded, anodized aluminum for rugged, no-nonsense strength. Add a rock-solid Latch & Door mount and an impact resistant composite head, and you have a motor that's perfect for smaller boats and big days on the water.
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- Installation Considerations
- Edge Mount Features (Foot-Controlled)
- Edge Mount Features (Hand-Controlled)
- Stow and Deploy the Edge (Foot-Controlled)
- Stow and Deploy the Edge (Hand-Controlled)
- Adjust the Depth of the Motor (Foot-Controlled)
- Adjust the Depth of the Motor (Hand-Controlled)
- Adjust the Steering Cable (Foot-Controlled)
- Adjust the Tilt/Extend Tiller
- Control Speed and Direction with the Foot Pedal
- Control Speed and Steering with the Tiller
- Edge Serial Number Location (Foot-Controlled)
- Edge Serial Number Location (Hand-Controlled)
- Dimensions
- Manuals
- Edge Foot Control
- Edge Hand Control motors mfg. 2019 or later
- Edge Hand Control motors mfg. 2018 or earlier
- Riptide Edge
Installation Considerations
When installing your Minn Kota Trolling Motor, we recommend following the instructions in the Installation Guide. We also recommend a 50 amp or 60 amp circuit breaker. You may also want to consider using a Trolling Motor Plug as it will allow you to easily disconnect your motor from power when not in use or when charging the trolling motor batteries.
- It is recommended that the motor be mounted as close to the centerline of the boat as possible.
- Make sure the area under the mounting location is clear to drill holes and install nuts and washers.
- Make sure the motor rest is positioned far enough beyond the edge of the boat.
- The motor must not encounter any obstructions as it is lowered into the water or raised into the boat when stowed and deployed.
- When installing your Minn Kota Trolling Motor, we recommend following the instructions in the Installation Guide.
- We recommend using a circuit breaker.
- We recommend a 60 amp circuit breaker for 55 lbs or more of thrust.
Click here for MKR-27 60 Amp Circuit Breaker purchase options. - We recommend a 50 amp circuit breaker for 50 lbs or less of thrust.
- We recommend a 60 amp circuit breaker for 55 lbs or more of thrust.
- Consider a quick release or adapter bracket with the installation of your motor. The button below will walk you through selecting the best Quick Release Bracket for your boat and motor.
- You may also want to consider using a Trolling Motor Plug as it will allow you to easily disconnect your motor from power when not in use or when charging the trolling motor batteries.
Click here for MKR-28 Trolling Motor Plug purchase options.
Edge Mount Features (Foot-Controlled)
- The motor Mount is designed to fold back and lock the motor flat on the deck when not in use and to provide secure stowage for transport.
- The Pull Grip and Rope releases the lock bar, which automatically engages when the unit is lowered or raised into position. The Pull Grip and Rope should be used to both lower and raise the unit.
- The Motor Rest positions the Lower Unit as it comes in contact with the nose of the mount and guides it onto the Motor Rest.
- The Tube Lock captures the Motor Shaft and keeps the Lower Unit centered on the Motor Rest.
- The Hold Down Strap must be used to place pressure on the motor shaft to hold the lower unit tightly against the Motor Rest when stowed.
- The Pull Grip and Rope can be stored by placing the Pull Grip into the Rope Stow Slot on the control box of the motor.
Edge Mount Features (Hand-Controlled)
- The Motor Mount is designed to fold back and lock the motor flat on the deck when not in use and to provide secure stowage for transport.
- The Pull Grip and Rope releases the Lock Bar, which automatically engages when the unit is lowered or raised into position. The Pull Grip and Rope should be used to both lower and raise the unit.
- The Motor Rest positions the lower unit as it comes in contact with the nose of the Mount and guides it onto the Motor Rest.
- The Tube Lock captures the Motor Shaft and keeps the lower unit centered on the Motor Rest.
- The Hold Down Strap must be used to place pressure on the Motor Shaft to hold the Lower Unit tightly against the Motor Rest when stowed.
- The Pull Grip and Rope can be stored by placing the pull grip on top of the Tube Lock.
Stow and Deploy the Edge (Foot-Controlled)
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Deploy the Motor
simply pull back and lift the motor off of the mount with the Pull Grip and Rope. Lower the motor into the water using the Pull Grip and Rope. The motor will lock into the deployed position automatically. -
Stow the Motor
pull back and lift the motor out of the water with the Pull Grip and Rope. Lower the motor Lower Unit onto the Motor Rest using the Pull Grip and Rope. The motor will lock into the stowed position automatically. Wrap the Hold Down Strap over top of the Motor Shaft to secure the motor.
Stow and Deploy the Edge (Hand-Controlled)
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Deploy the Motor
Simply pull back and lift the Motor off of the mount with the Pull Grip and Rope. Lower the Motor into the water using the Pull Grip and Rope. The Motor will lock into the deployed position automatically. -
Stow the Motor
Pull back and lift the Motor out of the water with the Pull Grip and Rope. Lower the motor Lower Unit onto the Motor Rest using the Pull Grip and Rope. The Motor will lock into the stowed position automatically. Wrap the Hold Down Strap over top of the Motor Shaft to secure the Motor.
Adjust the Depth of the Motor (Foot-Controlled)
When setting the depth, be sure the top of the motor is submerged at least 12” to avoid churning or agitation of surface water. The propeller must be completely submerged.
- With the motor deployed, firmly grasp the Outer Shaft or Control Head and hold it steady.
- Loosen the Depth Adjustment Knob until the Shaft slides freely.
- Raise or lower the motor to the desired depth.
- Turn the motor Control Head to the desired position.
- Tighten the Depth Adjustment Knob to secure the motor in place.
Adjust the Depth of the Motor (Hand-Controlled)
When setting the depth be sure the top of the Motor is submerged at least 12” to avoid churning or agitation of surface water. The propeller must be completely submerged.
- With the Motor deployed, firmly grasp the Shaft or Control Head and hold it steady.
- Loosen the Adjustable Depth Collar and Steering Tension Knob until the Shaft slides freely.
- Raise or lower the Motor to the desired depth.
- Turn the Control Head to the desired position.
- Tighten the Depth Adjustment Collar and Steering Tension Knob to secure the Motor in place.
Adjust the Steering Cable (Foot-Controlled)
- Adjust the tension of the cables by turning the cable tension adjustment screw (Phillips pan-head screw) located near the bottom of the foot pedal, just under the steering cable cover.
- Turn the screw clockwise to increase tension and counter-clockwise to decrease tension.
Adjust the Tilt/Extend Tiller
Your trolling motor features 7 usable handle tilt positions: 45°, 30°, and 15° up and down from the 0° (horizontal) position. To use the down positions, you must first press the release button located on the left underside of the pivot handle. Your trolling motor handle also features a unique stow position, that is useful for limiting the amount of space required for storage or travel.
- Place the Tiller handle in the Off/Stow position, then press the Release Button located on the left underside of the pivot handle. Push the handle down until you feel the handle “lock in” to the stowed position. This will be almost parallel to the motor Shaft.
- To extend the handle, pull the handle towards you to the desired position. The handle will extend a full 6 inches. To retract, push the handle in until it meets the face of the motor Control Head.
Control Speed and Direction with the Foot Pedal
Most controls on the Foot Pedal are easy to operate by either foot or hand.
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Adjust Motor Speed
Turn the speed knob clockwise to increase speed and counter-clockwise to decrease speed. -
Momentary Mode
The default mode of operation for the foot pedal is Momentary. In this mode, the motor will only run while downward force is applied to the Momentary On button on the top of the foot pedal. A toe touch to the Momentary button on the top of the foot pedal will turn the propeller on in this mode. Removing downward force on the Momentary button will turn the propeller off. -
Constant Mode
To switch to Constant Mode, flip the side-mounted Constant On switch until the propeller starts. In Constant Mode, the propeller will continually run, regardless of whether force is being applied to the Momentary On button on the top of the foot pedal. -
Turn Left or Right
Push the toe end of the foot pedal down to turn right and push the heel end of the foot pedal down to turn left. The indicator on the motor head shows the direction of the motor. The motor will not maintain its own heading. You must keep your foot on the pedal to control steering during operation. -
Reverse the Motor
The motor always travels in the direction of the indicator. You can reverse the direction of the motor by turning the motor 180° from straight ahead.
Control Speed and Steering with the Tiller
This motor offers 5 forward and 3 reverse speeds. The speed control may be operated in either direction, forward or reverse. Turn the tiller handle counterclockwise from (OFF) to increase reverse speed and clockwise from (OFF) to increase forward speed. Speed decreases as you approach (OFF) from either direction.
Edge Serial Number Location (Foot-Controlled)
- The serial number on Fortrex, Maxxum and Edge foot controlled models is located on the inside edge of the foot pedal under the momentary switch.
Foot Pedal Serial Number Location.pdf
Edge Serial Number Location (Hand-Controlled)
- On the hand-controlled models, the serial number is located on the under side of the pivot handle.
Hand Control Serial Number Location.pdf
Edge Mount Dimensions
Edge Pontoon Bracket Dimensions
Edge Foot Pedal Dimensions
Manuals
- Edge Foot Control
- Edge Hand Control motors mfg. 2019 or later
- Edge Hand Control motors mfg. 2018 or earlier
- Riptide Edge
