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Hydraulic Linear Drive - Installation Guide
Figure 9: Cable connections at course computer
4. Post-installation check
WARNING:
Keep clear of moving steering systems at all times. Protect
moving parts from access during normal use.
Check the following points after installing the drive:
1. Is the mounting foot secured to a substantial structure on the boat?
2. Is the hydraulic ram correctly aligned, i.e:
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Is the mounting foot correctly oriented?
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Is the drive mounted at right angles to the tiller arm, in a mid-
stroke position, when the rudder is amidships?
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Is the push rod accurately aligned with the tiller arm plane of
rotation (deviation less than 5 degrees)?
3. Is the hydraulic ram rod end:
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securely attached to the tiller arm or quadrant?
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attached at the recommended tiller arm radius for the boat?
4. Are the motor and clutch cables correctly routed and securely
connected to the course computer?
5. Are all hydraulic pipes securely connected, with no leaks?
6. Have you filled the reservoir, fitted the standard cap and opened
the reservoir tap?
7. Have you completed a hand-steering check (see page 11)?
Note: When you have installed the entire autopilot system, you will
need to complete an autopilot steering check. Refer to the control unit
handbook for more details.
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D5080-1
lk CLUTCH
MOTOR
POWER
Type 100/300 course computer
MOTOR
POWER
OFF
SWITCH
SOLENOID CLUTCH
Type 150/400 course computer
