Seahorse GPS 46 Electric Kontiki with 2 Speed 46lb Thrust Motor White

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Bringing a new level of ease and simplicity to kontiki fishing

The Seahorse GPS 46 Electric Kontiki is the only kontiki that goes where you point It! It features a built-in automated GPS-controlled Autopilot System that steers your kontiki in the direction you want. That means you don't have to adjust for side currents or worry about large waves knocking the kontiki off course. All it takes is a simple swipe with the magnet to set, and It does all the hard work for you, ensuring a perfect set every time.

Used by Graeme Sinclair and Bill Hohepa, Derek the Chef, and thousands of New Zealanders - from Invercargill to Cape Reinga, - the Seahorse is the best kontiki unit you can buy!

The team at Seahorse used a unique patented combination of compass and GPS technology to make the most accurate Kontiki autopilot ever! Based on the very successful Seahorse Kontiki, and over 13 years of Kontiki production, the GPS Seahorse Kontiki has many improved features that help the GPS Seahorse perform better than ever.

Efficient Steering System
The success of any autopilot system is based around the rudder. Following proven yacht design principles, Seahorse has developed a balanced, hydro-dynamic shaped rudder that will work in the rough and tumble of surf, where control is needed. The aerofoil shape of the rudder works in the aerated water of the surf zone. And what's more, the GPS Seahorse body gets the rudder and the motor as far forward as possible to ensure the best possible directional stability. Plus, the rudder gets maximum leverage on the pivot point, allowing a smaller rudder to be used, which helps to reduce drag, ensuring maximum distance.

Large hatch
The hatch on the GPS Seahorse Kontiki is larger than on the existing Seahorse Kontiki. This allows easy fitting and removal of the batteries, as it is now possible to put your hand into the Kontiki and hold the batteries as you insert or remove them. The access hole has a higher lip, with a bull nose ridge that holds the Hatch seal in place. The improved hatch spider design has three fingers to allow better and quicker fitting of the hatch. This hatch is user friendly, easy to use and the most secure and best sealing hatch on the market.

Streamlined body
The streamlined body of the GPS Seahorse ensures that the Kontiki unit performs as efficiently as possible. It slides through the waves while staying balanced and level. And what's more the motor and rudder is as far forward as possible - keeping the Kontiki going straight. The handle is longer and balanced with or without batteries, making it easier to carry. Plus, Seahorse kontiki units have no drag-producing fins or keels to slow the Kontiki down. The motor frame is a clean and simple design and perfect for the job, and the flat bottom of the frame ensure the GPS Seahorse will stand and not fall over.

Reliable, smart electrics
The Seahorse Electronic motor Control Unit and the Autopilot control unit are completely sealed in resin. This resin block is fitted into the polyethylene body, and is held in place with moulded anchor points. The electronics remove a mass of wiring allowing a clean and simple battery compartment. There are two connecting leads showing to attach the two batteries.

On the motor control unit, a row of 10 super bright LEDs, which shine through the body, indicates your battery status and will indicate if the batteries need charging. The LED lights show the pre-selected running time of your Seahorse. The amount of time is indicated by the number of LED lights which illuminate in a bar display. Once the time is set simply start the Seahorse motor by putting the magnet near the START switch. You can run the Seahorse until the low battery cut-out switches it off, or you can set the timer to 25, 20, 15, 10 or 5 minutes run time.

The LED light flashes fast to show the motor is running, and on the Seahorse 46 the lights will flash slow to show when slow speed is selected.

The Seahorse Kontikis are the only Kontikis with built-in automatic stall protection system. If the motor is stalled, the control unit will automatically stop and start the motor up to 3 times trying to dislodge the offending item - an essential feature for shingle beaches.

Operating the GPS Autopilot Controls

1. Simply place the Seahorse GPS Kontiki on the beach, pointing in the direction you wish it to travel. There's no need to adjust or allow for side currents, as the GPS Seahorse will do that for you.
   
2. Ensure the GPS Seahorse is clear of the winch, and motor vehicles and the magnet, so the electronic compass is not effected.
   
3. Plug in your batteries and attach your line. The GPS control unit takes between 5 to 60 seconds to get a lock on the satellites, (Use this time to bait up the traceboard), followed by another 3 seconds to get a solid bearing lock.
   
4. The controller calculates the way-point the kontiki will steer towards, and it also will show the 2 lights indicating the course is ready to be locked in.
   
5. At this stage you can lock the course in by swiping the magnet over the sensor, or if needed, the kontiki can be moved to a new heading. If moved, the control panel will return to a single light, showing the autopilot is getting a lock on the new heading, and after 3 seconds the 2 lights will indicate the course is calculated and ready for you to lock into place.
   
6. You can now set the time on the motor controller and launch the GPS Kontiki after the motor has been started.

Seahorse GPS 46 Electric Kontiki Features:

• Proudly made in Tauranga, New Zealand - the home of Kontiki fishing
  
• Efficient Steering System
  
• Large hatch
  
• Streamlined body
  
• Reliable, smart electrics
  
• Powerful 2 speed 46lb thrust motor
  
• Patented Seahorse GPS Autopilot Control System
  
• Control panel is designed for simple one-touch control
  
• Designed to handle harsh beach conditions of New Zealand
  
• Internal components, including the batteries, are fully sealed and waterproofed for maximum protection
  
• Electronic Control Unit is encased in resin and completely waterproof
  
• Stall protection and recovery protects the motor and batteries from the extensive damage
  
• Slice through waves with minimal resistance, maximising distance
  
• Aluminium hatch provides a total seal - the tighter the hatch is closed, the stronger the seal becomes
  
• Offset aluminium tow point counters the torque of the powerful Mercury motor
  
• High-visibility flag
  
• Automatic strobe light self-activates in the dark
  
• Unique serial number to ensure positive identification of each unit
  
• Well-balanced handle
  
• Small forward-mounted rudder, provides positive direction control
  
• Strong aluminium motor guard frame

Seahorse GPS 46 Electric Kontiki Specifications:

• Length: 1.3m
  
• Width: 25cm
  
• Depth: 43cm
  
• Weight: 18.6kg

What's Included:

• 1 x Seahorse GPS Electric Kontiki with powerful 2 speed 46lb thrust motor
  
• 1 x 22 amp hour SLA battery pack
  
• 1 x Seahorse ABT Automatic Multi Stage Charger
  
• Night activated strobe light and flag
  
• Operator's manual and DVD

Seahorse Electric Kontikis Product Manual

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