XF
Rev: 4, 2010-02-01
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Contents
1.
INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................. 3
2.
OPERATION ..................................................................................................................... 4
2.1.
XForce intelligent electronic protection control ............................................................................................ 4
2.2.
How to operate the thruster .......................................................................................................................... 4
2.2.1.
Operating panel versions ...................................................................................................................................... 5
2.2.2.
Operating instructions ........................................................................................................................................... 5
2.2.3.
Directions for use .................................................................................................................................................. 5
2.2.4.
RCU
– Remote Control Unit ................................................................................................................................. 6
2.2.5.
Coding of wireless remote control ........................................................................................................................ 7
2.2.6.
Battery replacement ............................................................................................................................................. 8
3.
SPESIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................ 8
3.1.
Technical specifications wireless remote control ......................................................................................... 8
3.2.
Dimensions XF30VR, XF60VR, XF90VR and XF130VR ............................................................................. 9
3.3.
Dimensions RCU
– Remote Control Unit ..................................................................................................... 9
3.4.
Installation of RCU
– Remote Control Unit................................................................................................. 10
4.
INSTALLATION OF THE THRUSTER ........................................................................... 10
4.1.1.
Drilling tool kit ..................................................................................................................................................... 10
4.1.2.
Choosing and marking the location .................................................................................................................... 10
4.1.3.
Cutting holes....................................................................................................................................................... 11
4.1.4.
Tunnel centre hole .............................................................................................................................................. 11
4.1.5.
Adapting the tunnel ............................................................................................................................................. 11
4.1.6.
Cleaning before fastening ................................................................................................................................... 12
4.1.7.
Prevent filling from running out ........................................................................................................................... 12
4.1.8.
Fastening the tunnel ........................................................................................................................................... 13
4.1.9.
Filler .................................................................................................................................................................... 13
4.1.10.
Grinding .............................................................................................................................................................. 14
4.1.11.
Directions for installations in high speed boats ................................................................................................... 14
4.1.12.
Coating ............................................................................................................................................................... 14
5.
THRUSTER INSTALLATION ......................................................................................... 15
5.1.
The thrusters unit ....................................................................................................................................... 15
5.2.
Preparations ............................................................................................................................................... 15
5.3.
Not vertical installation ............................................................................................................................... 15
5.4.
Off centre installation .................................................................................................................................. 16
5.5.
Drilling thruster installation holes ............................................................................................................... 16
5.6.
Apply sealant .............................................................................................................................................. 16
5.6.1.
Specified sealants: ............................................................................................................................................. 16
5.7.
Installation of the gearhousing ................................................................................................................... 16
5.7.1.
Propeller installation ........................................................................................................................................... 17
6.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ...................................................................................... 18
6.1.
Touch panel installation.............................................................................................................................. 18
6.2.
Joystick (single/double) installation ............................................................................................................ 18
6.3.
Connecting the joystick .............................................................................................................................. 19
6.4.
Connecting the control cable to the RCU ................................................................................................... 19
6.5.
Contradicting direction ................................................................................................................................ 20
6.6.
Connecting cables to the bow thruster ....................................................................................................... 20
6.7.
Connecting cables to the battery ................................................................................................................ 21
6.8.
Fuse connections ....................................................................................................................................... 21
6.9.
Recommended main switch ....................................................................................................................... 21
6.10.
Main switch terminal ............................................................................................................................... 21
6.11.
XForce Thruster Cable, fuse and battery requirements ......................................................................... 22
6.12.
Wiring diagram ........................................................................................................................................ 22
6.13.
Wiring diagram single and double joystick ............................................................................................. 23
7.
MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................. 23
7.1.
Mechanical check ....................................................................................................................................... 23
7.2.
Corrosion check ......................................................................................................................................... 23
7.3.
Battery/charger check ................................................................................................................................ 24