FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the MOB+ Wireless Man OverBoard System
- Can I use multiple xFOBs at the same time?
- I tried to dip the xFOB in a bucket of water but the engine did not shut off. Why?
- How can I be sure that the engine(s) will stop if I fall over board with the MOB+?
- Can I bypass using the xFOB to run the engine? (In case of loss or failure)
- Will the wireless signal from MOB+ affect other instruments on board, or on nearby boats?
- My engine uses the kill switch to reset fault/status codes - Will I still be able to do this with the MOB+?
- Can I or passengers start the engine after I as the driver has fallen into the water?
- How long is the battery life on the xFOB?
- How much distance can I have between me and my xHUB without losing connection?
- How quickly does the engine shut off when I fall into the water with a connected xFOB?
- dSTART - How does it work?
- Does the xBAND come in different sizes?
- I have an existing kill switch. Can I install the MOB+?
- I do not have an existing kill switch. Can I install MOB+?
- I have more than one / multiple engine(s) on my boat (or kicker engine)
- I have an outboard engine, but no console. Can I install the MOB+?
- I have a boat made from metal. Can I install the MOB+?
- Do I have to install the xHUB in a fully visible position e.g. in the front of the console?
- How hard is it to install?
- What are the maintenance requirements for MOB+?
- How do I clean the MOB?
- Engine warning when the MOB+ goes into MOB Mode or the MOB+ is not connected, is this normal?
- Evinrude engine not able to stop engine after MOB+ installed
- Do I have to install the MOB+ after a main power switch?
- LED/Light Time Out
- Is my system Gen 1 or Gen 2?