Edgewater Networks 240IS, Owner'S Manual

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SEASTAR and BAYSTAR Hydraulic Steering Systems
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SEASTAR SIDE MOUNT
OUTBOARD STEERING SYSTEM
Part# HC5370
Features
• Ease of installation.
• Alternative to Front Mount Cylinder.
• Unbalanced cylinder with 4.8/5.7 turns lock to lock.
• Suitable for installation in shallow splashwells.
• Suitable for use on engines fitted with power steering.
Applications • All engines with threaded tilt (steering) tubes complying with
ABYC P17/ABYC P21/NMEA/BIA standards for mechanical steering.
• Cylinder attaches to the engine tilt tube as per ABYC/NMEA/BIA
standard.
• Single and multiple outboard engine installations.
• Total power to 600 HP in counter rotating application.
(see order guide)
• Typical applications include center console fishboats and cruisers.
1) From the order guide on page 3-14 select the system configuration
based on;
a) the number of engines, and
b) the total power of engine(s) to be installed.
2) From the order guide select the cylinder(s) and tie bar kits required.
3) From the order guide select the appropriate helms and accessor y
hardware for each steering station.
4) From the order guide select the fitting and hose kits required for
the installation.
5) Confirm that there is suf ficient space available in the splashwell
and dash areas for the steering components.
HC5370
WARNING
Not for use with SeaStar-Pro
Helm Pumps.
How to select a side mount
outboard steering system
Not recommended for use in
installations where;
a) chopper, cleaver, or sur facing
piercing propellers are used,
b) the engine is highly elevated
on the transom,
c) engine trim tabs have been
removed,
d) the boat speed exceeds
75 mph (120 km/h), or
e) the power exceeds maximum
Coast Guard or M.O.T.
recommendations for the boat.
NOTICE
HC5370