Introduction

The Torqeedo Outboard Motor Cruise 2.0 L is an advanced electric outboard motor designed for a variety of boating applications, including sailboats and small commercial vessels. With a propulsive power equivalent to a 5-horsepower gasoline engine, it operates on a 24-volt system and can achieve a maximum thrust comparable to a 6-horsepower outboard. Priced at approximately $6,880, this motor features a lightweight design at just 33.7 pounds, making it easy to handle while delivering impressive efficiency and range through its innovative technology.

Equipment and operating elements

Supply scope

The full supply scope of your Torqeedo Cruise should include the following parts:

• Motor with tiller, transom mount, shaft, pylon, and propeller
• Tiller handle
• 2 on/off pins
• Operating instructions
• Warranty certificate
• Packaging

Plan of controls

Torqeedo Cruise 2.0 L Accessories

Technical data

* The effective power available for boat propulsion (measured after deducting all deficits including propeller deficits. Definition of propulsion output = thrust power x speed)

Description

The Torqeedo Cruise 2.0 L outboard motor is designed with both sustainability and efficiency in mind. It has a high-efficiency propulsion system that maximizes the usage of battery power, resulting in a longer duration on a single charge. The engine is made of tough materials including anodized aluminum and stainless steel, making it corrosion-resistant and long-lasting.

The motor also has modern features such as a built-in GPS and a display that indicates speed, battery health, and estimated range. This allows users to easily assess their performance and arrange their routes appropriately.

Starting up

Fitting the drive onto the boat 

WARNING

• Only operate the gas spring tilt mechanism when the motor is mounted roughly vertically. Otherwise, the strong pre-tension of the gas pressure springs will cause the tilt mechanism to flip up rapidly. This can cause serious injury. On delivery from the manufacturer, the tilt mechanism release lever is secured with a cable binder. We recommend securing the release lever again when you transport or store the motor.
• Do not reach into the opening on top of the transom mount. If you do so, this can cause squashing when the tilt mechanism is activated. The opening is marked with a safety sticker.
• Make sure the tilt mechanism audibly clicks into place when you fold it down.

1. Remove the parts that belong to the Cruise supply scope from the packaging.
2. Put the tiller handle on the tiller. Make sure you align the opening button on the tiller with the recesses in the tiller handle. The opening button must click into place audibly.

3. Fit the drive onto the transom or the motor bracket of your boat and securely tighten the two capstan-head screws.

   

4. Several steps are necessary to set the motor at a right angle to the water surface (trimming):
   • First, release the clamping screws on the tiller and tilt the tiller right up. This is how you ensure the tiller does not hit parts of your boat when you tilt the motor.
   • Now hold on to the rear side of the transom mount with one hand and use the other hand to press the release lever of the tilt mechanism (see drawing). Now you can easily and safely tilt the motor up.
   • Loosen the trimming bolt by unscrewing the orange nut, then pull it out of the transom mount.
   • Select the trimming position you want and insert the trimming bolt into the corresponding borehole. You must insert the trimming bolt through both side walls of the transom mount. Only then can you fix it into place again with the orange nut.
   • Tilt the motor down again until it locks into the new position.
   • Adjust the tiller to the position you want and tighten both clamping screws.
5. If you want to steer with an external steering system instead of the tiller, connect the thrust rod or the steering cable of your steering device to the holes on the underside of the tiller. You can obtain the necessary mounting material as accessories from your boat dealer. Before you use the drive, check the steering by moving it from one end point to the other.

Basic information on battery supply
The Cruise models can be operated with lead-acid, lead-gel, AGM or lithium-based batteries.

To calculate the travel times and range of the batteries, you need to know the battery capacity. In the following, this is stated in watt-hours (Wh). The number of watt-hours can easily be matched with the input power of the motor [in W]: The Cruise 2.0 has an input power of 2,000 W and consumes 400 Wh in one hour at full speed. The nominal capacity of a battery [Wh] is calculated by multiplying the charge [Ah] with the nominal voltage [V]. So a battery with 12 V and 100

Ah has a nominal capacity of 1,200 Wh.

It is generally true for lead-acid, lead-gel and AGM batteries that the nominal capacity calculated in this way cannot be fully utilized. This is due to the limited heavy-current capacity of lead batteries. To compensate for this effect it is advisable to use larger batteries. This effect is negligible for lithium-manganese batteries.

Decisive for the anticipated range and travel times of the batteries are not only the battery capacity actually available, but also the type of boat, the performance (shorter travel time and range at higher speeds) and in the case of lead batteries the ambient temperature.

The following table gives some examples of typical travel times. Here, we assume that the drive continually consumes 2,000 W of power at full speed. Smaller boats only require full power for acceleration, while consuming less input power at full speed. This results in longer travel times.

We recommend that you achieve the required battery capacity in Wh using as few parallel connections as possible with as few batteries as possible. So, to give yourself a battery capacity of e.g. 4,800 Wh (at 24 V) it is better to use two 12 V / 200 Ah batteries rather than several parallel and serially linked batteries (e.g. four 12 V / 100 Ah batteries) Firstly, this avoids safety risks from battery configurations.

Secondly, capacity differences between the batteries that already exist at the time of the configuration or that develop later have a negative effect on the overall battery system (capacity loss, also called drifting). Thirdly, this way you reduce losses at the contact points that can amount to 2-3% of the battery capacity.

To avoid safety risks, capacity losses and contact point losses with serial and parallel battery configurations, always only combine the same type of batteries (same capacity, same age, same manufacturer, same charge condition).

DANGER

• Serial and parallel configured batteries must always have the same charge condition. That is why you must use only the same type of batteries in configurations (same capacity, same age, same manufacturer, same charge condition) and fully charge each battery separately in your charger before you connect it up. Differences in the charge condition can lead to extremely high compensatory currents or overloads that overload the cables and connectors or the battery itself. In extreme cases, this can cause fires and injuries.

Connecting the Cruise 2.0 to lead batteries (acid, gel, AGM) using the Torqeedo cable set

The Cruise 2.0 operates with a power supply of between 20 V and 30 V (relating to the nominal voltage). That means it can be operated with two serially configured 12 V lead-acid, lead-gel or AGM batteries. To increase the capacity, several pairs of serially configured 12 V batteries can be configured parallel to each other (not recommended - see Basic information on battery supply).

1. Start by connecting the cable set to the batteries by first connecting the positive pole of the first battery to the negative pole of the second battery. Use the connecting cable supplied for this.
2. Make sure the master switch of the cable set is in the off or zero position. If necessary, switch it to the off or zero position.
3. Connect the negative connection terminal of the cable set (identified by the marking) to the negative pole of the first battery.
4. Then connect the positive connection terminal of the cable set, which includes a fuse, to the positive pole of the second battery.
5. Now connect the high current plug of the cable set to the high current plug of the motor.
6. Switch the master switch to the on position. Now your motor is ready to go.

Now the batteries are serially connected to each other: The battery capacity [Wh] and the voltage [V] of the battery block have been doubled. The battery charge [Ah] is not changed by serial configuration. (After serial configuration, two serially configured 12 V / 100 Ah batteries, each with 1,200 Wh, have 24 V, 100 Ah and 2,400 Wh.)

The cable set comes complete with a CF8 135 A fuse. In case of a short circuit, the fuse cuts the circuit and prevents any further damage.

DANGER

• Serial and parallel configured batteries must always have the same charge condition. That is why you must use only the same type of batteries in configurations (same capacity, same age, same manufacturer, same charge condition) and fully charge each battery separately in your charger before you connect it up. Differences in the charge condition can lead to extremely high compensatory currents or overloads that overload the cables and connectors or the battery itself. In extreme cases, this can cause fires and injuries.
• The cable cross-section for battery configurations must be at least 25 mm2. We recommend a cable cross-section of 5 mm2.
• Make sure the battery poles are clean and corrosion-free.
• To fix them to the battery poles, tighten the screws on the terminals securely.

Connecting the Cruise 2.0 to lead batteries (acid, gel, AGM) without using the Torqeedo cable set

Proceed according to the instructions for connecting the Cruise 2.0 to lead batteries using the Torqeedo cable set. Especially observe the instructions on the cable cross-section and the internationally proscribed use of a master switch and a fuse. The master switch and the fuse must be designed for a permanent load of 125 A. Torqeedo accepts no liability for damage caused by failure to provide or inadequate fuses, failure to provide or inadequate master switches, cable cross sections that are too small or unsuitable contacts.

As an interface for the power supply, the Cruise is equipped with a high-current plug that is compatible with Tyco or Anderson plugs. You can also obtain high-current plugs as replacement parts from Torqeedo Services or your specialist dealer.

DANGER

• The cable cross-section for battery configurations must be at least 25 mm2. We recommend a cable cross-section of 35 mm2.
• You must always use a master switch designed for a permanent load of at least 125 A.
• Always use a 125 A fuse.
• All contacts must be designed for a permanent current of 125 A.
• Serial and parallel configured batteries must always have the same charge condition. That is why you must use only the same type of batteries in configurations (same capacity, same age, same manufacturer, same charge condition) and fully charge each battery separately in your charger before you connect it up. Differences in the charge condition can lead to extremely high compensatory currents or overloads that overload the cables and connectors or the battery itself. In extreme cases, this can cause fires and injuries.
• Make sure the battery poles are clean and corrosion-free.
• To fix them to the battery poles, tighten the screws on the terminals securely.

Connecting the Cruise 2.0 to a Torqeedo Power 26-77 lithium-manganese battery

The Cruise 2.0 operates with a power supply of between 20 V and 30 V (relating to the nominal voltage). This means it can also be operated with a Torqeedo Power 26-77 lithium-manganese (LIMA)-based battery. To increase the capacity, you can configure several Torqeedo Power batteries parallel to each other.

DANGER

Incorrect configuration of lithium batteries leads to much higher short-circuit currents than configurations with lead batteries. That is why you must follow the installation instructions very carefully and only use the Torqeedo cable set to connect up your motor.

1. Start by connecting the cable set to the battery. First switch the cable set master switch to the off or zero position.
2. Connect the negative terminal of the cable set (identified by the marking) to one of the two negative poles of the battery. (Both negative poles are of equal value.)
3. Connect the positive terminal of the cable set (identified by the marking and the integrated fuse) to one of the positive poles of the battery. (Both positive poles are of equal value.)
4. Now connect the high current plug of the cable set to the high current plug of the motor.
5. Switch on the battery with the on/off switch.
6. Switch the master switch of the cable set to the on position. Now your motor is ready to go.

The cable set comes complete with a CF8 15 A fuse. In case of a short circuit, the fuse cuts the circuit and prevents any further damage.

You can extend the capacity using a parallel configuration of up to four Torqeedo Power Batteries from the „User Installation (UI)“ series in the same way as described under 8. (Connecting the Cruise 2.0 to lead batteries). Please follow the Operating instructions for the lithium-manganese batteries.

Connecting the Torqeedo remote accelerator lever to the Cruise 2.0
Optionally, you can control the power of the Cruise 2 using a remote accelerator lever available as an accessory (instead of the tiller handle). If you use a remote accelerator lever to control the power, the voltage display integrated in the tiller is no longer active.

The remote accelerator lever is connected to the motor in two stages:

1. Disconnect the steering cable plug from the tiller.
2. Insert the steering cable plug into the remote accelerator cable socket.

If you use several Cruise motors on one boat, you should have the remote accelerator levers synchronized by an authorized Torqeedo Service Center. This ensures that the motors provide equal thrust at the same accelerator lever position. This is especially important when the motors are not mounted immediately next to each other (e.g. on catamarans).

Operation

Transom bracket
The power needed for steering can be adjusted with the friction screw. Turning the screw clockwise increases the necessary steering power up to locking the motor. Turning anti-clockwise reduces the necessary steering force.

The tilt mechanism allows both tilting and trimming the motor.

You can tilt the motor to remove it from the water (e.g. when it is not in use or when you land the boat in shallow water). If it is not in use for longer periods of time, we recommend fixing the motor at the 75° position using the trimming bolt. 
Trimming allows you to set the motor at a right angle to the water surface. For this purpose, boreholes are provided at 5° intervals from 0° to 20°.

See section 8.1 (Fitting the drive onto the boat) to find out how to tilt and trim the motor.

DANGER

• Only operate the gas spring tilt mechanism when the motor is mounted roughly vertically. Otherwise, the strong pre-tension of the gas pressure springs will cause the tilt mechanism to flip up rapidly. This can cause serious injury. On delivery from the manufacturer, the tilt mechanism release lever is secured with a cable binder. We recommend securing the release lever again when you transport or store the motor.
• Do not reach into the opening on top of the transom mount. If you do so, this can cause squashing when the tilt mechanism is activated. The opening is marked with a safety sticker.
• Make sure the tilt mechanism audibly clicks into place when you fold it down.

Tiller 
Control the drive power by turning the tiller handle. The propeller speed and direction of turn (forward/backward) can be controlled in an infinitely variable way. Corresponding markings on the tiller handle indicate this.

DANGER
The high thrust power of the drive makes it necessary to familiarize yourself with the characteristics of your Cruise 2.0. Practice handling the motor and maneuvering in open water.

You can swing the tiller up in infinitely variable stages by up to 90°. To do this, first loosen the clamping screws. After you have moved the tiller to the required position, tighten the clamping screws securely again. 
Use the release button on the underside of the tiller handle to adjust the length of the tiller handle. Press this button into the aluminum tube to adjust the length in three stages.

• WARNING: Ensure that the button engages again.

You can shut down the drive quickly by pulling the on/off pin. Simply remove this pin by pulling it out. The drive will only start again when the pin is re-inserted. The tiller must be positioned in stop-mode to do this.
A voltage display is integrated in the top of the tiller. The voltage display is not an exact indicator of the residual capacity of your batteries. The voltage loss of the batteries at increasing discharging depends strongly on the condition of the battery (technology, quality, type, ambient conditions, etc.) and is not linear. However, in the absence of a more sophisticated battery management system, the voltage display is the best way of roughly estimating the residual travel time of your drive system.

Pylon 
The motor and the electronic control system are located in the pylon. They generate the propulsion. In addition, several protective functions are integrated:

1. Temperature protection: If the motor overheats, the motor control system reduces the output of the drive until a temperature equilibrium is established between generated and disposed heat.
2. Undervoltage protection: If the voltage falls below 16 V, the electronic controller switches the drive off to prevent overdischarging the batteries. Even beforehand, the output of the motor is regulated to avoid high currents of over 120 A.
3. Blocking protection: If the propeller is blocked or stuck, the motor would normally take in too much power. In this case, the motor is switched off within a few hundredths of a second to protect the electronics, motor winding and propeller. After unblocking, the motor can be re-started out of the stop position after about 2 seconds.
4. Cable damage protection: If the steering cable is damaged, i.e. if the connection to the tiller is cut, the motor will not start, or it stops.
5. Acceleration control: The alteration speed at which the speed of the propeller adjusts to a changed tiller position is limited in order to protect mechanical drive parts and to avoid short-term peak current.
   • If the motor malfunctions, first shift the tiller handle onto the stop position for approx. 2 seconds. The stop position has a reset function and can correct minor faults itself.

The Fin supports steering movements and protects the propeller when it comes into contact with the bottom.
The sacrificial anode protects the metallic components that are located under the water from corrosion, especially in salt water.

WARNING

• Only run the motor when the propeller is under water. If it is run in the air, the shaft sealant rings that seal the motor to the drive shaft are damaged. If the motor is run in the air for a longer period, the motor itself can overheat.
• After using the motor, it must be removed from the water. You can do this using the tilt mechanism of the transom mount.

Dismantling

1. Pull out the on/off pin and switch the battery master switch to the off or zero position.
2. Unplug the connection between the motor and the cable set.
3. Secure the release lever of the tilt mechanism against inadvertent pressing using a cable binder or wire etc.
4. Unhinge the motor and place it on a flat surface.

DANGER

• The pylon may be hot.
• Only operate the gas spring tilt mechanism when the motor is mounted roughly vertically. Otherwise, the strong pre-tension of the gas pressure springs will cause the tilt mechanism to flip up rapidly. This can cause serious injury. On delivery from the manufacturer, the tilt mechanism release lever is secured with a cable binder. We recommend securing the release lever again when you transport or store the motor.

WARNING

• Make sure the motor is dry before you store it.
• Ensure you do not bend the cable around sharp edges.

Setup Guide

To set up the Torqeedo Cruise 2.0 L, 

1. Start by attaching the motor to your boat's transom using the provided mounting hardware. 
2. Ensure all connections are secure and follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper alignment.
3. Next, connect the motor to your Torqeedo battery pack. 
4. Make sure all electrical connections are secure and free from moisture.
5. If using a remote throttle, pair it with the motor according to the user manual.
6. Finally, perform a safety check to ensure all components are properly installed and functioning correctly before taking your boat out on the water.

Storage and care instructions

Corrosion protection
Materials were chosen with a high level of corrosion-resistance. Most of the materials used in the Cruise 2.0 are, as with most leisure maritime products, classed as „seawater resistant“, not „seawater-proof“.

WARNING

• After use, always take the motor out of the water. You can do this using the tilt mechanism of the transom mount.
• After use in salt or brackish water, rinse the motor (but never the tiller) with fresh water.
• Only store the motor in a dry condition.
• Treat the following parts with contact spray once a month:
  • Gas pressure springs of the tilt mechanism
  • Contacts on the power cable
  • Plug on the steering cable
• We recommend checking the sacrificial anode once a year. The sacrificial anode is fitted to the drive shaft of the propeller. Only use Torqeedo sacrificial anodes - you can order these from your dealer or the Torqeedo Service Team.

Other care instructions
To clean the motor you can use any cleaning agents suitable for plastic - follow the manufacturer‘s instructions. Cockpit sprays available for cars achieve good results on the plastic surfaces of the Torqeedo Cruise.

Outboard Motor Cruise 2.0 L Troubleshooting

WARNING

• Repairs may only be carried out by authorized Torqeedo Service Centers. Should you attempt to carry out repairs or conversions yourself, this immediately cancels the warranty.
• In case of a warranty claim, please follow the warranty instructions at the beginning of the instruction manual.

Torqeedo Outboard Motor Cruise 2.0 L Pros & Cons

Pros

• Eco-beneficial: With zero emissions and less noise pollution, it is an ecologically beneficial option.
• High Efficiency: Optimized propulsion system for optimum range on a single charge.
• Durable Construction: Made from high-quality materials to endure sea conditions.
• Easy-to-read display with critical information such as speed and battery status.

Cons

• The reliance on battery life may restrict continuous running time in comparison to gasoline engines.

Customer Reviews

Customers have commended the Torqeedo Cruise 2.0 L for its quiet operation, ease of use, and environmental friendliness. However, others have pointed out the greater initial cost and restricted range as possible disadvantages.

Common concerns include the requirement for regular battery recharges and the motor's weight in comparison to smaller electric variants.

Warranty conditions

The warranty ends two years after the date on which the product was delivered to the final purchaser. Products that are used commercially or by public authorities - even if only tem-porarily - are excluded from this two-year warranty. In these cases, the statutory warranty applies. The right to claim under warranty runs out six months after discovery of a fault.