Send it back and get a Minnkota. You won't regret it. Those motors are not built near as strong as Minnkota and their customer service is marginal. Some say the spot lock feature is better, but I have no problem with my Minnkota in conditoins suitable for it. The MG isnt in the same league when it comes to trolling. I fish my Riptide St in heavy tidal waters and can hit spot lock on a redfish hookup and when fish is landed I am off the oyster bars and where I dropped the lock. On a gusty day it works more and drifts a lot more depending on the draft of the boat and strength of the motor. I hate to see some one stuck with a $1500-2000 motor that won't stack up to a motor from another company in same price range. I hope they didn't charge you shipping twice.