IM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH INTERFERENCE FROM TROLLING MOTOR ON MY SCREEN IVE TRIED CHANGING POWER SUPPLY + - MOVING TRANDUCER LOCATION MAKING SURE P OWER CORD NOT TOUCHING TROLLINGMOTOR WIRES PLEASE CAN ME SOLVE THIS PROBLEM THANK YOU

If your Intel trolling motor is not running properly in forward speeds, there may be a few possible causes. Here are some troubleshooting steps you can try:

1. Check the battery: Make sure the battery is fully charged and in good condition. A weak battery can cause the trolling motor to malfunction.
2. Check the propeller: Make sure the propeller is free of debris and damage. A damaged propeller can cause the motor to lose power or fail to operate properly.
3. Check the wiring: Make sure the wiring connections between the battery and the trolling motor are secure and free of corrosion. Loose or corroded connections can cause the motor to lose power or operate improperly.
4. Check the speed control: If the speed control is malfunctioning, it can cause the motor to lose power or shut off. Check the speed control and replace it if necessary.
5. Check the motor: If none of the above steps solve the problem, there may be an issue with the motor itself. You may need to have the motor serviced or replaced.

It's important to note that trolling motors can be dangerous and should be handled with care. If you're unsure about any of these steps, it's best to consult a professional or contact the manufacturer for assistance.

If the unlatch mechanism on your MotorGuide Xi5 trolling motor is not working, you may be able to resolve the issue by following these steps:

1. Check the locking pin: The locking pin on the motor's deployment bracket may be preventing the motor from unlatching. Make sure the pin is in the unlocked position and that there is no debris or damage preventing it from moving freely.
2. Check the unlatch lever: The unlatch lever may be stuck or damaged. Try moving the lever back and forth to see if it can be freed up. If the lever is damaged, it may need to be replaced.
3. Lubricate the mechanism: If the locking pin and unlatch lever appear to be functioning properly, the mechanism may just be stiff or dirty. Try lubricating the mechanism with a silicone spray or other lubricant.
4. Check the wiring: It's possible that the issue could be related to a wiring problem. Check the wiring connections between the motor and the control head to make sure they are secure and free from any corrosion or damage.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, it may be necessary to take the trolling motor to a professional technician for further diagnosis and repair.

Some how you have Radio Interference conflicting with your unit. The RF as it is called, may be coming from the engine. Try to connect to an INDEPENDENT power supply for the Eagle and not the same source your trolling motor. You seem to be getting line interference.

Even digital signals can be sensitive to electrical interference and using an antenna, you could be getting garbage from any nearby 'noisy' source. Something you might try is to temporarily switch off any electrical device in your home, one at a time and look for changes in the banding you have.
If the antenna you are using is outside (rooftop) and is rotor equipped, try changing the position to see if there is any increase or decrease of the problem. If an indoor antenna, rotate it slowly while watching the TV display for change. You may be able to determine the general direction of the source of interference. Some seemingly innocent devices that can cause problems; - Light dimmers/controllers - Poorly designed network routers - Cordless phones - Power supplies

My guess is the motor has leaked water into the lower motor assy (behind the prop). and needs to be cleaned up and the brushes replaced.
here's a schematic:
Edge 40
You can try this to check for water leakage:-
1) disconnect from power supply
2) remove the prop
3) you will see 2 bolt heads behind where the prop was. Remove ONLY ONE of them for now.
4) if you see the bolt (it's about 8" long) is covered in what looks to be blask, oily/watery or rusty condition then you know that you'll need to overhaul it.
5) if it IS the motor assy, remove the other bolt and disassemble everything noting their location.
6) I would recommend replacing the brushes Part# 188-052 and the seal kit 2883460.

You can use a thru-hull transducer but a transom mount transducer will always interference with all of that water and alot of air bubbles moving under it at high speeds.

HOPE THIS HELPS

Most trolling motors have in-line breakers, I would start there & see if one went bad, then check the wiring under the foot pedal for broken or corroded contacts, then you will have to trace wires & make sure everything is in order starting at the trolling motor plug.

Transducer will stop getting readings if it gets air under it. If it's lower surface is too much above or below the bottom of your boat, this can happen.

False fish readings are commonly caused by electrical interference such as alternator noise, and by air bubbles flowing across transducer.

For starters make sure your fishfinder is on an independent circuit and not on one powered by your ignition switch. In other words, you should be able to turn your fishfinder on, even though the engine is turned off. Ideally the fishfinder should be wired directly to the battery with an in line fuse.

Try running the boat at a speed slightly higher than trolling speed, then kill the engine, as the boat slows down to trolling speed do you still see false echos? If yes then the problem probably lies with how the transducer is mounted, or where it is located on the hull.

If you don't see the false echos when the engine is off, it may be necessary to reroute the transducer cable to keep it away from the boat's ignition wires. You can get transducer extension cables if necessary. Also there are filters that you can buy that suppress alternator noise buy attaching between the battery and the engine.

Another common cause of false echos from electrical interference is a transducer cable that has been cut and spliced.

I hope this information helps. Please reply if you have any questions about my response.