Troubleshooting Your Marcum Flasher: Tips to Get You Started

Troubleshooting Your Marcum Flasher

If you are a fisherman, then you know that having a Marcum Flasher is essential to your success on the water. These flashers are designed to help you find fish and catch them more easily. However, like all electronics, they can sometimes be difficult to work with. In this blog post, we will provide some tips for troubleshooting your Marcum Flasher so that you can get the most out of it!

Flashers work by sending out a sonar signal that bounces off of objects in the water. This signal is then received by the Marcum Flasher and displayed on the screen. The display will show you the depth of the object, as well as its location. Marcum flashers are known for their quality and durability, but even the best flashers can have problems from time to time. Let us now dive into our troubleshooting tips!

Marcum Flasher Not Turning On:

If your Marcum Flasher is not turning on, the first thing you should check is the batteries. Make sure that they are fresh and properly installed. Battery failure or low voltage output is the most common reason for a Marcum Flasher to not turn on.

To check the voltage output of your batteries, you will need a voltmeter. With the batteries installed, turn on the Marcum Flasher. If the voltage is below 12 volts, then they are not providing enough power and should be replaced.

Checking properly for pinched wires is important too. If the wire is frayed or has any visible damage, it will need to be replaced.

Next, you should check all of the connections to make sure that they are tight and secure. Loose connections are often the cause of electrical problems.

If your Marcum Flasher still will not turn on after following these tips, then it may need to be sent in for repairs.

New Marcum Flasher Makes a Screechy Sound :

This is quite normal in new flashers. The bearings in the flasher motor are new and tight. The screeching noise will go away after the bearings have been broken in and the motor has been used for a while.

However, after prolonged use, if the screeching noise persists, it indicates that there is a problem with the motor. The bearings may be worn out or damaged and will need to be replaced.

Modern flashers however don’t make this sound.

Keep Showing Different Depths

If your Marcum Flasher is showing different depths, there are a few things that you can check. First, make sure that the transducer is properly mounted and secure. If it is loose, it will not be able to send out an accurate signal. Next, you should check the sensitivity settings. If they are set too high, the flasher will be more likely to show false readings.

To check the transducer hold it near your ear and tap it lightly with your finger. It should make a solid, Ping sound. If it makes a dull thud or if you can hear the water moving around inside, then the transducer is not mounted correctly and will need to be adjusted.

Make sure there is less debris in the water and that it is not too murky. Also, try moving to a different location. Sometimes, there are areas of interference that can cause the flasher to show inaccurate readings.

If you have followed all of these tips and your Marcum Flasher is still giving you inaccurate readings, then it may need to be sent in for repairs.

Flasher not working in Cold Water:

This is a common problem with Marcum Flashers, as they are not designed to work in cold water. The electronics can freeze and stop working properly. If you are using your flasher in cold water, we recommend that you keep it in a waterproof bag or container. This will help to keep it warm and dry.

If your Marcum Flasher does get frozen, you can try thawing it out slowly with a hair dryer or by placing it in a warm environment. Do not use any sharp objects to try to thaw out the flasher, as this could damage the electronics.

If your flasher has been damaged by freezing, it will need to be sent in for repairs.

My Marcum Fasher Showing Lots of Interference

If you are fishing where too many other boats are present, it can cause interference on your Marcum Flasher. This is because all of the other boat’s sonars are competing for the same frequency. To reduce interference, try moving to a different location. If that is not possible, you can try changing the frequency on your flasher.

Although modern flashers come with clutter control features, they can still be susceptible to interference. If you are having trouble with interference, try moving to a different location or changing the frequency on your flasher.

If you have followed all of these tips and your Marcum Flasher is still giving you inaccurate readings, then it may need to be sent in for repairs.

Charger Always Shows Green

light of the charger for your Marcum Flasher always shows a green light, it could be because the battery is not properly seated in the charging dock. Make sure that the battery is snapped into place correctly. If it is loose, it will not charge properly. Also, make sure that you are using the correct charger for your model of Marcum Flasher.

If the battery is properly seated and you are using the correct charger, then the problem may be with the battery itself. If this is the case, you will need to replace the battery.

If you have followed all of these tips and your Marcum Flasher is still not charging correctly, then it may need to be sent in for repairs.

Cannot See Any Jigs

If you are not seeing any jigs on your Marcum Flasher, there are a few things that you can check. First, make sure that the sensitivity settings are turned up high enough. If they are too low, you will not be able to see the smaller jigs. Next, you should check the depth finder to make sure that you are in the correct depth range. If you are still not seeing any jigs, try moving to a different location. Sometimes, there are areas of interference that can cause the flasher to show inaccurate readings.

Lots of Green Light on My Marcum Flasher

A lot of green light on your flasher screen indicates a lot of clutter interface on the bottom. This happens when the unit is in shallower water and/or there is more suspended matter in the water. The transducer may also be too close to the bottom or other objects in the vicinity which can cause false returns on the display.

If you are seeing a lot of green lights on your Marcum flasher, the first thing you should do is check to see if the unit is in shallow water. If it is, then you may need to move the transducer away from the bottom or other objects in the vicinity. Additionally, you can try increasing the gain on your unit to help reduce the amount of clutter on the display.

If you are still seeing a lot of green lights on your Marcum flasher after taking these steps, then you may need to clean the transducer. To do this, simply remove the transducer from the water and use a soft cloth or brush to remove any debris that may be clinging to it. Once you have cleaned the transducer, you can then re-immerse it in the water and see if the problem has been resolved.

If you are still having trouble with your Marcum flasher, then you may want to contact customer support for further assistance. They will be able to help you troubleshoot your specific issue and get your flasher working properly again in no time.

Conclude

If you are having trouble with your Marcum Flasher, there are a few things that you can check. Checking the battery, the charger, the sensitivity settings, and the depth finder are all great places to start. If you are still having trouble after checking those things, then you may need to move to a different location or contact customer support for further assistance. No matter what the problem is, there is likely a solution out there that can help you get your Marcum Flasher up and running again in no time. Until next time, happy fishing!