MAINTENANCE:
Proper maintenance of this system will ensure worry-
free usage for the life of your boat. Steering system
integrity is imperative when engaging in recreational wa-
ter activities. Special care and attention must be taken
to ensure proper performance of the steering system and
should include the following:
• After the first few hours of operation and
at
regular intervals, check all fasteners and the com-
plete steering system for security and integrity.
• Check all moving parts to be sure they are free
of salt build-up and other foriegn material.
• Inspect for corrosion. Any part affected by cor-
rosion must be replaced.
• When replacing parts, self locking hardware
must be used.
• Check the fluid level in the helm pump unit.
• Lubricate slides on the engine cylinders.
All steering systems whether mechanical or hydraulic
require regular inspections, periodic adjustment and oc-
casional replacement may be necessary.
Your owners manual kit has a fill tube that can be used
to replenish the hydraulic oil for the hydraulic steering
system. Read the manufacturers owner’s manual for
complete information. It is recommended that the steer-
ing system be serviced only by an authorized technician.
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Section 7 - Propulsion System
305 Conquest-Owner’s Manual
STEERING
Hydraulic Steering Information
Your 305 Conquest is equipped with a
teleflex, hydraulic steering system. The
hydraulic steering system consists of:
•Steering wheel and helm pump unit
• Engine hydraulic cylinder
• Hydraulic hoses and fittings
For your convenience there is a lever at the base of the
steering wheel that can be pushed to adjust the tilt angle
of the steering wheel.
OPERATION:
When turning the steering wheel either clockwise or coun-
terclockwise, the helm pump forces hydraulic fluid
through hoses to and from the engine cylinder which is
connected to the tiller arm. The engine cylinder moves
the tiller arm to port and starboard.
Continuous kinking, chafing, rubbing and twisting may
eventually weaken hose(s) to a point of rupture during
normal steering operation. Visually inspect all hoses and
fittings for wear and/or damage.
CAUTION
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Steering Wheel
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Helm Pump
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Engine Mounted Steering Cylinder
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Hydraulic Pump Fluid Fill
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Hydraulic Fluid Lines
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Bleeder Valves
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Single Cylinder Tie-bar
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This view is not to scale, and is meant to reference the various
parts that make up the steering system. See your owner’s manual
packet for more information regarding the steering system.
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