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STEP 2. 

Allow adequate clearance under the console or in the gunwale 

for the cables AND 

allow a minimum of 36" from the cable nest con-

nection with no restraint. 

When supporting the cables beyond 36", do 

not tie or clamp tightly.

STEP 3. 

After a suitable location for the control is determined, use the 

separate mounting template.

STEP 4. 

Closely follow the instructions provided on the template. Cut 

and drill the mounting holes required. 

On all models, the cover will have to be removed to expose the mount-

ing holes. 

SECTION 1: LOCATION OF CONTROL. 

Installation

Measure the cable routing path from the control head connection to 

the engine connection.

TOOLS FOR INSTALLATION:

Phillips head screwdrivers                 Standard slot screwdriver

Saber saw                                           4 1/4" Hole saw (optional)

Power drill                                           7/32" and 17/64" drill bits

3/8" box end wrench                         Multimeter (optional)

5/8” or 16mm deep well socket       Ratchet wrench

SECTION 2: MEASURING THE CABLES. 

INBOARDS AND STERNDRIVES:

OUTBOARDS:

Measure from the control connection—along an unobstructed cable 

routing—to the center of the outboard engine.

Add four (4) feet 

to the measurement to allow for a loop which pro-

vides unrestricted engine movement. Round 

UP

 to the next whole foot 

and order the required cable part number.

(Last two digits of the SeaStar Solutions cable number equal the 

length of the cable in feet.)

Measure from the control connection—along an unobstructed cable 

routing—to the shift or throttle connection. Round this dimension 

UP 

to 

the next whole foot and order the required cable part number. 

(Last two digits of the SeaStar Solutions cable number equal the 

length of the cable in feet.)

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SeaStar Solutions Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual 

Telephone: 610-495-7011 

STEP 1. 

Allow adequate clearance for hand lever swing (forward and 

reverse positions).

Summary of Contents for ABYC CHX8000 Series

Page 1: ...r s o l u t i o n s c o m Before you do it your way please try it our way MANUFACTURED BY MARINE ACQUISITION INCORPORATED DBA SEASTAR SOLUTIONS U S A MEMBER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNERS MANUA...

Page 2: ...ll au tomatically shut off This switch is a standard part of CHX side mount controls If this shut off switch is not a standard part of the control being used it can be obtained from most marine dealer...

Page 3: ...FTER To prevent bumping the side mount control out of neutral the lifter must be activated and held to shift into forward or reverse option on top mount 3 ENGINE TRIM SWITCH Used to move the engine UP...

Page 4: ...box end wrench Multimeter optional 5 8 or 16mm deep well socket Ratchet wrench SECTION 2 MEASURING THE CABLES INBOARDS AND STERNDRIVES OUTBOARDS Measure from the control connection along an unobstruc...

Page 5: ...orting the cable beyond 36 inches of the control cables should be loosely clamped or tied for support at regular intervals Cable Type Minimum Bend Radius Standard 8 Xtreme 4 For best performance SeaSt...

Page 6: ...IFT STARBOARD INSTALLATION CENTER INSTALLATION MANUFACTURER CABLE NEST KIT SHIFT LEVER CABLE NEST KIT SHIFT LEVER 3300 Cables 4 4 3 3 MerCruiser Mercury I O OB 7 8 7 5 6 6 BRP OMC I O Evinrude Johnson...

Page 7: ...nd Options 3300 33C Universal note black nest color BRP OMC Johnson Evinrude note blacknest color Mercury MerCruiser note black nest color Mercury Gen II Cables note neutral nest color Each cable type...

Page 8: ...L connect one wire of the tester to the common terminal and one wire to the NO Normally Open Terminal The test light MUST light STEP 2 Connect the neutral safety switch between the ignition switch sta...

Page 9: ...k that the Lanyard Fork Clip is properly seated over the switch and rotates freely STEP 2 Inspect the lanyard If it is cut worn or frayed it must be replaced STEP 3 Start the engine STEP 4 Test the sw...

Page 10: ...l firmly on the lanyard to verify that the clip snaps free Ensure the nut remains tight re torque if necessary Reattach the lanyard clip to the switch STEP 5 Complete the Interrupt Switch wiring into...

Page 11: ...designed for use with outboard motors equipped with grounding type emergency stop circuits only CAUTION STEP 1 Disconnect all batteries and any auxiliary on board or dockside power supplies STEP 2 Rem...

Page 12: ...replace engine cover and e restart engine Remove Lanyard Engine should stop immediately If engine fails to stop recheck all wiring Should the engine fail to start or stop or resume running with the la...

Page 13: ...d or reverse if required Note To remove covers insert a small flat head screwdriver into the lower grooves and gently pry the covers forward INSTALLATION TOP MOUNT STEP 1 Cut opening in console per in...

Page 14: ...IDE MOUNT CONTROL GENERAL DIMENSIONS General Control Dimensions CHX8100 TOP MOUNT CONTROL GENERAL DIMENSIONS Page 14 of 20 SeaStar Solutions Installation Instructions and Owner s Manual Telephone 610...

Page 15: ...ction Do not over tighten FRICTION ADJUST SCREW Exploded View CHX8100 Adjustment of this screw enables the friction in the throttle operating mechanism to be increased and prevent unwanted handle move...

Page 16: ...with Mercury Gen II Nest All 051801 023 Neutral Safety Switch All CHX8000 REPLACEMENT PARTS Neutral Throttle Warm up Kit Side Mount Tilt Switch Kit Interrupt Switch Kit I O Inboard Interrupt Switch Ki...

Page 17: ...ontrol cables for cracks and other damage If any is found the cable must be replaced 5 If cable is stiff in operation it is unsafe to use and must be replaced immediately 6 Periodically treat exposed...

Page 18: ...lation This template may not be to scale Its presence is for information purposes A separate work template MT CHX81 has been included with this control NOTICE Page 18 of 20 SeaStar Solutions Installat...

Page 19: ...Lever Control web www seastarsolutions com SeaStar Solutions 640 North Lewis Road Limerick PA 19468 USA Page 19 of 20 This template may not be to scale Its presence is for information purposes A separ...

Page 20: ...2016 MARINE ACQUISITION US INC PART ISCHX80 10 2016 Rev 1...

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