Summary of the content on the page No. 1
CAUTION:
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR NEW
®
CANNON DOWNRIGGER.
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
MAG 10HS
MAG 10TS
NOTE: Do not return your CANNON® Downrigger to your
retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to repair or replace
this unit. You may obtain service by:
• calling CANNON® at 1-800-227-6433;
• returning your downrigger to the Factory Service
Center;
• sending or taking your downrigger to any CANNON®
MAG 5HS
Authorized Service Center on enclosed list.
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
Introduction to downriggers Introduction to Controlled Depth Fishing Undoubtedly there are many fishermen One essential feature of the downrigger is familiar with the methods and use of controlled the depth meter or gauge that indicates lure depth fishing. During the mid 1960's the state of depth. This allows the angler to control as well Michigan introduced Pacific salmon into the Great as return to specific depths where fish have lakes in an attempt to revitalize its sport fishing
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
MOUNTING & SETUP Downrigger Mounting on Boats A downrigger should be mounted where ever it Arrows is easy to operate and observe. You want to be Indicate able to see your fishing rod and to react quickly. Mounting So, choosing a good spot to mount your Locations downrigger on your boat is 99% of the job. Due to the great variety of boats available, mounting your downrigger can be a dilemma. Having proper mounting accessories is essential. Cannon has a complete line of mounting a
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
MOUNTING & SETUP Side Rail Mounting Side/Rail on T-Section Side/Rail mounts can be mounted to a welded T-section. It can also be used at the two rail section butt joint. In both installations it is recommended to use a non-slip material, such as rubber or a thin wood sheet, between metal surfaces. You can also use these for mounting to a very narrow side gunwale. There is a plate provided for back-up with bolts and washers. If the gunwale compartment is foamed in, then wellnuts
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
MOUNTING & SETUP Installing the Base on Your Boat Decks up to 7/16" thick Decks up to Where access to the underside of the deck is 7/16" Thick not available, the mounting base can be mounted Base using wellnuts. Use the base as a template to mark locations and drill four 1/2" holes. Mount the base using four 1/4-20 x 4" truss head screws and four wellnuts. Tighten the screws so the wellnuts are firmly compressed as pictured. Wellnuts Decks thicker than 7/16" For decks thicker t
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
MOUNTING & SETUP Mounting the Downrigger on the Base Slide body over the lip of the base, with boom outboard or facing the stern. Lift Lock Knob to hold threaded shaft clear of base until body completely covers base. Turn Lock Knob clockwise to tighten the downrigger to the base. Tip: Periodically check base to ensure integrity. Lock Knob The base should be replaced at least every 5 years. Setting Up Your Downrigger 3/4”-Long Attaching the Boom Boom Telescopic Boom The in
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
TERMINATOR & LINE RELEASE Terminating the Downrigger Cable Examine the top of the terminator and note the order shown in the detail to run cable. Unwind about 2 feet of cable Cable Rubber Cushion and thread the cable through the rubber cushion. CABLE IN CABLE IN Attach to terminator. CABLE OUT Snap & Swivel Tip: A set of pliers with wire cutters is recommended for this part of setup. TIP: Use only straight cable, not kinked. Slide the cushion over the top of the Lead cable in
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
ATTACHING THE ROD HOLDER Attaching the Rod Holder The positive lock rod holder incorporates a CAUTION: This rod holder is intended for use locking disk that allows the rod holder to be of up to 30 lb. test line only, and is not aligned in 15 degree increments. Slide the rod recommended for use with any tackle IGFA holder tube into the clamp to the desired position rated higher than 30 lb. A safety strap (not within the recommended area (see below). included) is recommended for all Be
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
WIRING YOUR DOWNRIGGER Wiring Your Downrigger Electrical Specifications & Wiring Your Boat's Electrical Condition Instructions It is important to make sure that your boat is The Mag 10HS \ Mag 10TS \ Mag 5HS are properly set up before installing your Mag 10HS \ rated at 25 amps (full load), 12 volts DC and is Mag 10TS \ Mag 5HS with Positive Ion Control. protected by a 30 amp manual reset circuit Whenever a boat is in water, various submerged breaker. Be sure to measure the battery
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
OPERATING YOUR DOWNRIGGER Operating Your Downrigger After mounting the Cannon downrigger to your boat, release some line from your rod and reel so that the lure is anywhere from 5 to 100 feet behind the boat. This is called drop back. Attach the fishing line firmly into the line release. Press and hold the toggle switch down to lower the weight to the desired depth as indicated on the depth meter. Place the fishing rod in the rod holder and reel up To Lower the slack so that your rod
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
THE SHORT STOP SYSTEM Adjusting the Depth Meter The Cannon Depth Meter provides non-slip accuracy, plus easy resetting. To reset, just slide the meter away from the reel until the gears are disengaged. Spin meter gear to change setting. NOTE: Actual fishing depth may vary from depth shown on meter due to trolling speed and weight of cannon ball. (See "Blowback" on page 12) The Short Stop System The Short Stop system is composed of three critical components: the electronic unit,
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
POSITIVE ION CONTROL The Positive Ion Control System Your boat has an electrical charge around the Using Positive Ion Control hull in water. If a boat is properly bonded and Positive Ion Control is very effective when properly zinced, that charge should be slightly trolling. The zone of attraction created at the positive when measured from ground to the downrigger wire will attract the fish. It is best to use downrigger cable. Positive Ion Control (PIC) is the a short drop back betw
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
Blowback & TROUBLE SHOOTING Actual Depth of Weight (ft.) Actual Depth of Weight (ft.) ActualDepth of Weight (ft.) Blowback Charts Trouble Shooting PROBLEM: Up or down will not work. 8-Lb. Weight at 2, 4, and 6 MPH SOLUTION: Check the battery cable polarity then check the 2 MPH battery voltage. A properly connected and charged battery is important for safety and for proper operation of 4 MPH the downrigger. PROBLEM: 6 MPH The Mag 10HS \ Mag 10TS \ Mag 5HS fails to continue
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
TROLLING TIPS 5) Locate fish on a vertical plane. Place lures Ten Good Trolling Tips in areas where fish might be. Skilled fishermen 1) Test your lures over the boat side before call these areas the “strike zones”. They include sending them down and back. Do this to make the edges of the week beds, structure along sure the lure wiggles and wobbles properly bottom, drop-offs, preferred temperature of the without going belly up or wandering off. Some target species, and the thermocline.
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
LIMITED WARRANTY & SERVICE POLICY ® CANNON® LIMITED WARRANTY CANNON SERVICE POLICY Johnson Outdoors Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that if the AFTER THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD accompanying product (see exclusions below) proves to be defective in material or workmanship within the following warranty periods, Johnson Outdoors Inc. will, at its option, either repair or replace same After the applicable warranty period, or, if one of the above exclusions applies, Cannon® p
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE STATEMENT: It is the intention of Johnson Outdoors Inc. to be a responsible corporate citizen, operating in compliance with known and applicable environmental regulations, and a good neighbor in the communities where we make or sell our products. WEEE Directive: EU Directive 2002/96/EC “Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)” impacts most distributors, sellers, and manu- facturers of consumer electronics in the European Union. The WEEE Dire
