Written by on April 27, 2018

Six maintenance tips for your Power-Pole Anchor

Angler Tips . Products

Ever have that sinking feeling? You know the one you had on windy days before you had a Power-Pole Shallow Water Anchor on your boat. Remember drifting into that big school of redfish or past that favorite patch of lily pads full of big bass. Make sure you are ready for that perfect shot! Instead of blaming the product, know that the maintenance of your gear and keeping it a well-oiled machine is your responsibility as an angler and boater.

Here are six tips to keep your Power-Pole Shallow Water Anchor in top shape and keep you in the game:

1 – BASIC EYE TEST – Make sure all connections to the battery and the on/off switch are tight and free of corrosion. Check the in-line fuse holder and fuse by opening the cap and looking for corrosion or moisture on the connections. Replace if necessary. To combat moisture, mount the fuse holder in an upright position to make sure the holder stays moisture free.

2 – KEEP THE FLOW – Check all hydraulic connections and the reservoir fill cap to make sure they are tight and leak free. After initial installation, fittings should be leak free for the life of the product, but it never hurts to check. Ensure that the level of Green Marine biodegradable hydraulic fluid is sufficiently between the maximum and minimum fill lines and is free of contaminants.

3 – NUTS AND BOLTS – Scan the hardware of the product. It is recommended that the lower two pivot bolts on every Power-Pole model be tightened at least every 100 cycles. All anchors manufactured after 2012 will take a 9/16” wrench and socket, and most anchors made prior to 2012 will take a 0.5” wrench and socket. Tighten the pivot bolts flush with the lock not and do not overtighten.

4 – INSPECT THE SPIKE – Give a visual once-over to ensure the Power-Pole spike is free of damage, cracks, large splinters or other dings and such. The Power-Pole Everflex® spike has a lifetime warranty, so If there is any damage, call Power-Pole customer service to obtain a free replacement.

5 – UPDATE SOFTWARE – Download the free C-Monster App from Google Play or the Apple App Store and make sure your Power-Pole C-Monster firmware is up to date. If you have any issues updating your C-Monster App, you can always contact our tech support by phone or Live Chat.

6 – RINSE AND REPEAT – All Power-Pole products are built for saltwater, but it is always a good idea to thoroughly rinse all moving parts with fresh water after each use.

Hit this checklist so that you can feel confident every time you head out on the water.

16 comments

  • John Morris has written:

    My power Pole will not stay in the up position when it is docked on a Hydra Hoist. Any suggestion?

  • Thomas E Chrobocinski has written:

    my power pole will not go up or down. When I disconnect wires and touch them directly to the battery has no problem. there’s nothing happening at the switch. Tried a new switch same thing. What could be the issue

  • Donald Smith has written:

    I hope I don’t put the Wammy on me but I four years no problems and working and tight!!! Saw your boat out at Headwaters yesterday! Do any good?

  • Scott Sewell has written:

    How do I raise a pole if it fails to lift on its own?

  • Gary Hauptmann has written:

    I been having my power pole since 2006 and pretty much trouble free I use it year round since I live in God’s country Chalmette La. I have replaced a broken supply line and several remotes oh yeah I broke the pole once but yawl sent me a replacement no charge who does that but other than that it has worked flawlessly. Best product and support I have ever been connected to. Thank you Power pole. I guess the next thing i will need to do is replace all the bolt’s and bushing’s on the pole I have used and abused it since having. Great product !

  • John Dorris has written:

    My power pole runs but won’t go down. If I pull on it, it goes down, kind of loud and erratic the first foot or so, then quietly. When it comes up, same thing. Quiet till near the top, where it slows down and gets loud. If I don’t pick it up all the way, I can keep using it, but if it comes all the way up, I have to help it get started back down. It’s one of the early power poles. HELP!

  • Phil has written:

    Pole is 4 months old.
    Power pole used to be noisy and fast. A normal hydraulic sound. Now it is running quietly and slower.
    Whats up?

    • Curt Hill has written:

      Hi Phil,

      If you have questions about your Power-Pole anchor we’re always here to help − call our Technical Support Team at 1+ (813) 689-9932 option 2 or visit our website at http://www.power-pole.com for FAQs, videos, and technical support.

  • Lawrence Ciaburri has written:

    My power pole Pro 2 is brand new and on the boat for 4 months. Never been used and I see a little drip of oil coming from the bottom of the power pole Pro 2 not bad but curious why would it be leaking a little oil? Never been used. Thank you

    • Curt Hill has written:

      Lawrence,

      It’s not very common for a new unit to be leaking anywhere. Would it be possible to send us a picture of the leaking part to our support team? Email is [email protected].

      Thank you,
      Power-Pole Team

  • Alex Manitzas has written:

    My power poles are intermittent when moving up or down.. will not always go down all the or up. They will move like a foot each press of the button and have select up and down or change switches for the pole to move all the distance up or down right or left one.

    • Curt Hill has written:

      Alex,

      This could be one of a couple of things. The first thing we would ask is if your pumps have the latest updated on them, through the app. There is also a diagnostic feature with in the app that would help our techs determine what is going on. If you are still experiencing this issue after the update please contact customer support. 813-689-9932 option 2.