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Page 2 - Parts Description; This relays the cable at the end of the boom to lower the weight.; Introduction to Controlled Depth Fishing; Undoubtedly there are many fishermen

2 Parts Description 1. Reel This is used to spool the cable, available in lengths ranging from 150 to 400 feet. 2. Boom This is used to extend the weight out from the body of the downrigger and has a pulley fixed to its end. Boom lengths range from 24 to 53 inches. 3. Swivel Head This relays the cab...

Page 3 - Mag 20 DT New Features; Mag 20 DT/TS Features; CannonLink Details

3 Mag 20 DT New Features Magnum Power The Mag 20 DT/HS and Mag 20 DT/TS feature improved tolling weight capacity, retrieval rate, and quality. The Mag 20 DTs can now accommodate trolling weights up to 20lbs. The newly improved Mag 20 DTs also feature a high retrieval rate up to 250 feet per minute. ...

Page 4 - Downrigger Mounting on Boats; A downrigger should be mounted where ever it; Deck Plate; Mounting Accessories; Deck Plates

4 Downrigger Mounting on Boats A downrigger should be mounted where ever it is easy to operate and observe. You want to be able to see your fishing rod and to react quickly. So, choosing a good spot to mount your downrigger on your boat is 99% of the job. Due to the great variety of boats available,...

Page 5 - Side Rail Mounting; Side/Rail mounts can be mounted to a; Pedestal Mounting; Side/Rail on Gunwale

5 Side Rail Mounting Side/Rail mounts can be mounted to a welded T section. They 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 t...

Page 6 - Installing the Base on Your Boat; Where access to the underside of the deck is; cannot; be used on decks thicker than; Low-Profile Swivel Base; Base

6 NOTE: When using the telescopic boom, we strongly recommend the use of a deck plate on all boats to provide adequate stability for the downrigger. The Low-Profile Swivel Base mounting follows the same procedure as for the deck plate except that four 1/4”-20 x 2 1/2" truss head screws are used ...

Page 7 - Attaching the Boom; Telescopic Boom; Weight Retriever; Lock Knob

7 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 en...

Page 8 - Terminating the Downrigger Cable; The Cannon Uni-Release attaches directly to

8 Terminating the Downrigger Cable Cannon Uni-Release The Cannon Uni-Release attaches directly to the downrigger weight. Attach fishing line to the clip at the end of the release, and then click through a series of increasing tension settings. The release can be used with any test line on salt or fr...

Page 9 - Attaching the Rod Holder; The positive lock rod holder incorporates a; Single Rod Holder Assembly; Star Washer; Dual Rod Holder Assembly

9 CAUTION: This rod holder is intended for use of up to 30 lb. test line only, and is not recommended for use with any tackle IGFA rated higher than 30 lb. A safety strap (not included) is recommended for all applications. The rod holder assembly is not warranted when used with tackle above 30 lbs. ...

Page 10 - Wiring Your Downrigger; Your Boat's Electrical Condition

1 0 Wiring Your Downrigger Your Boat's Electrical Condition It is important to make sure that your boat is properly set up before installing your Mag 20 DT with Positive Ion Control (PIC). Whenever a boat is in water, various submerged parts interact to create weak electrical currents. These weak el...

Page 11 - Powering Multiple Downriggers; FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE:

1 1 FUSE / BREAKER SPECIFICATIONS: 30 Amp, 32 Volt, waterproof, fast blow. WIRE SPECIFICATIONS: 0-15 ft. (0-5 meters) 10 gauge 15-25 ft. (5-8 meters) 8 gauge 25-30 ft. (8-9 meters) 6 gauge CAUTION: When using wire longer than that provided with your unit, follow the above chart. When running more th...

Page 12 - Clutch Knob; Operating Your Downrigger; Lowering the Weight

1 2 Clutch Knob 3-Position Motor Switch 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. Tthis is called drop back. Attach the fishing line firmly into the line relea...

Page 13 - Raise

1 3 NOTE: Make sure that the clutch is well tightened when using powered descent or ascent. NOTE: Actual fishing depth may vary from depth shown on meter due to trolling speed and weight of cannon ball. (See "Blowback") NOTE: If your reel continues to slip no matter how hard you tighten the ...

Page 14 - The Short Stop System; Short Stop System; The Positive Ion Control System

1 4 The Short Stop System The Short Stop system is composed of three critical components: the electronic unit, the reel set screw, and the trolling weight insulator. While the downrigger cable is in the water, there is a minute electrical current that flows between the cable and the grounded metal b...

Page 15 - How the Positive Ion Control System Works; The PIC system uses an internal circuit that; Using Positive Ion Control; Positive Ion Control is very effective when; Data Out

1 5 How the Positive Ion Control System Works The PIC system uses an internal circuit that passes the voltage through the drive train of the Mag 20 DT to the reel set screw. The set screw contacts the cable. Care must be taken to ensure contact between the cable and the set screw when replacing the ...

Page 16 - Blowback; Simply stated, blowback is what happens to; al De; Blowback Charts

1 6 Blowback Simply stated, blowback is what happens to the downrigger weight when you pull it through the water behind your boat. As your speed increases, so does the horizontal distance between the weight and your downrigger. The faster you go, the farther the weight is behind you. The farther the...

Page 17 - Trouble Shooting

1 7 Trouble Shooting PROBLEM: Up or down will not work. SOLUTION: Check the battery cable polarity then check the battery voltage. A properly connected and charged battery is important for safety and for proper operation of the downrigger. PROBLEM: The Mag 20 DT/HS \ Mag 20 DT/TS fails to continue r...

Page 18 - Ten Good Trolling Tips; over the boat side before

1 8 Ten Good Trolling Tips 1) Test your lures over the boat side before sending them down and back. Do this to make sure the lure wiggles and wobbles properly without going belly up or wandering off. Some lures can be adjusted, fine tuned actually, to impart maximum action. For example, a slight ben...

Page 19 - CANNON® LIMITED WARRANTY; CANNON

1 9 CANNON® LIMITED WARRANTY Johnson Outdoors Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that if the 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 s...