Raymarine E12207, Installation Instructions Manual

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Warning: Hydraulic fluid
Important safety information:
• Eyes — Fluid is unlikely to cause eye irritation but
the use of eye protection is advised. If fluid comes
into contact with eyes, rinse with copious amounts
of water.
• Skin — Fluid is unlikely to cause immediate
irritation, but prolonged and repeated contact may
be harmful to the skin. The use of nitrile gloves is
recommended. If skin is exposed to fluid wash the
contaminated skin thoroughly with soap and water.
• Ingestion — Unlikely to cause adverse systemic
health effects. If ingested DO NOT INDUCE
VOMITING, and seek medical attention.
• Inhalation — Remove the affected person to fresh
air. If recovery is not rapid obtain medical attention.
Warning: Ensure safe navigation
This product is intended only as an aid to navigation
and must never be used in preference to sound
navigational judgment. Only official government
charts and notices to mariners contain all the current
information needed for safe navigation, and the
captain is responsible for their prudent use. It is the
user’s responsibility to use official government charts,
notices to mariners, caution and proper navigational
skill when operating this or any other Raymarine
product.
Caution: Ensure cleanliness
Absolute cleanliness is essential when working with
hydraulic systems. Even the smallest dirt particle
could prevent the steering system check valves from
working correctly.
Caution: Structural strength
During operation the Hydraulic Linear Drive produces
a considerable amount of force. You MUST mount the
Hydraulic ram to a very solid structure (for example,
a substantial frame member of your vessel). Both the
structure and the tiller arm or rudder quadrant MUST
be capable of withstanding the peak levels of thrust
stated in the Technical Specification in this document.
In some cases it may be necessary to build a specially
strengthened frame to mount the drive unit. Consult
the steering gear manufacturer if you have any doubt
about the strength of the tiller arm or rudder quadrant.
Caution: Avoid damage to hydraulic
ram
Any damage to the hydraulic ram will damage the
seals and allow air into the unit, reducing performance
and potentially causing oil leaks.
EMC conformance
Raymarine equipment and accessories conform to the appropriate
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations for use in the
recreational marine environment.
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Hydraulic Linear Drive Installation instructions