Darrens Kayaks Bixpy Jet use Tips:
1./ Make sure the motor and battery connectors are properly mated before going to the water and you can check out our facebook gallery on how to make the connections here
2./ Never air run your Jet, it is water cooled so should only be run in water.
3./ Always make sure the kill switch is tethered to your PFD with a Karabiner when on the water in case you fall off your kayak whilst on the move.
3./ It's a good idea to carry a spare propeller and tools with you on trips in case your one sustains damage during the session.
4./ Try to avoid running the Jet in particularly silty or weedy areas..
5./ If there are any unusual noises or vibrations coming from the Jet stop the motor and investigate..
6./ If you need to inspect the propeller Always remove the kill switch magnet first.
7./ After a session if the battery is very depleted make sure to charge it again as soon as you can.
8./ After salt water use gently run a hose over the battery and motor and then place the Jet in a big bucket of water and run the motor at speed 1 for a minute or so...
9./ The Wrist remote is waterproof but it's best to just wipe it over with a cloth rather than hose it down.
10./ The motor cable can stay connected to the battery - there is no need to remove it and it can stay connected when charging - it is very fiddly to keep removing this connector and not at all necessary as you may risk damaging it.
11./ It's good advice to not disconnect the motor cable from the motor - keeping it connected all the time will help to ensure a good waterproof seal.
12./ When charging make sure the battery and connections are dry - it's no harm whilst charging to unscrew the middle USB port cap on the battery in case any water has made it's way into the connector when rinsing and this will allow it to dry out but make sure to screw it back on after charging and before going to the water.
13./ There are 4 caps that used to go on the end of the cable connectors and the motor and aren't needed now but keep them safe in case you need them in the future.
14./ When making assemblies I inscribe marks on both the battery and the motor that line up with marks on the connectors - these connectors are 100% waterproof and should never move but it's no harm to CHECK the marks are lined up before using the Jet particularly on the motor as this will show the connectors haven't become loose for some reason.
15./ Have FUN !!
Safe Bixpy Motoring !
2./ Never air run your Jet, it is water cooled so should only be run in water.
3./ Always make sure the kill switch is tethered to your PFD with a Karabiner when on the water in case you fall off your kayak whilst on the move.
3./ It's a good idea to carry a spare propeller and tools with you on trips in case your one sustains damage during the session.
4./ Try to avoid running the Jet in particularly silty or weedy areas..
5./ If there are any unusual noises or vibrations coming from the Jet stop the motor and investigate..
6./ If you need to inspect the propeller Always remove the kill switch magnet first.
7./ After a session if the battery is very depleted make sure to charge it again as soon as you can.
8./ After salt water use gently run a hose over the battery and motor and then place the Jet in a big bucket of water and run the motor at speed 1 for a minute or so...
9./ The Wrist remote is waterproof but it's best to just wipe it over with a cloth rather than hose it down.
10./ The motor cable can stay connected to the battery - there is no need to remove it and it can stay connected when charging - it is very fiddly to keep removing this connector and not at all necessary as you may risk damaging it.
11./ It's good advice to not disconnect the motor cable from the motor - keeping it connected all the time will help to ensure a good waterproof seal.
12./ When charging make sure the battery and connections are dry - it's no harm whilst charging to unscrew the middle USB port cap on the battery in case any water has made it's way into the connector when rinsing and this will allow it to dry out but make sure to screw it back on after charging and before going to the water.
13./ There are 4 caps that used to go on the end of the cable connectors and the motor and aren't needed now but keep them safe in case you need them in the future.
14./ When making assemblies I inscribe marks on both the battery and the motor that line up with marks on the connectors - these connectors are 100% waterproof and should never move but it's no harm to CHECK the marks are lined up before using the Jet particularly on the motor as this will show the connectors haven't become loose for some reason.
15./ Have FUN !!
Safe Bixpy Motoring !