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Side Mount & Splashwell Mount Cylinders
Safety Information
The safe operation of the steering system is dependant upon proper
installation and maintenance, common sense, safe judgment and
the knowledge/expertise of the operator. Every installer/user of the
steering system should know the following requirements 'before'
installing/using the steering system.
If you have any questions regarding any of these warnings, contact
SeaStar Solutions.
To reduce risk of severe injury or death. Always wear a Coast Guard
Approved personal flotation device (PFD) and use an engine shut-off
cord (lanyard).
1.
Read and understand the Installation and Owner’s Manuals
provided with your steering components.
2.
Ensure that all components required to complete the installation
are on hand (including hoses, fittings, oil and the proper tools
required for the installation).
3.
SeaStar components are highly engineered and safety tested to
ensure system integrity, DO NOT substitute any component with
non-SeaStar components as this may compromise system
performance/reliability.
1.
Install components as directed in all Installation Manuals
(including helm pumps, hoses and fitting kits).
2.
DO NOT modify or substitute any component in any way without
written consent from SeaStar Solutions.
3.
Comply with all system ratings/regulations (boat/engine, U.S.C.G.).
- Cylinder MUST be compatible with engine(s) installed.
- Cylinder MUST be rated for use on the engine(s) installed.
4.
Confirm that there is no interference between the steering cylinder(s),
tiebars and the transom, splashwell, outboard engine or jackplate or
any combination of these parts by performing the following steps;
a)
With engine fully tilted DOWN, turn steering wheel from hard over
to hard over and confirm that no interference occurs.
-
if using a hydraulic jack plate the above must also be performed
at all the positions of the jack plate.
b) Repeat step 4a) with engines tilted UP.
c) Perform step 4a) with each engine in DOWN/UP positions
confirming that independent TRIM/TILT can be done without
any interference.
5.
Confirm that the steering cylinder can be fully stroked in both
directions as well as full tilt and trim without stretching, chafing,
rubbing and/or kinking of the hydraulic hoses.
6.
Confirm that extruded nylon tubing has NOT been substituted
for SeaStar Steering Hose.
7.
DO NOT use a wire coil type trim switch with a hydraulic steering
system as the wire can wind up tight around the steering wheel
shaft and prevent further steering.
8.
Conduct Oil Level and System Proof Check as outlined on page
12 of this manual.
Before installation
Installation
The safety information provided below is intended to inform you of the
dangers that may be present before, during and after the installation.
It is critical that you read and understand ALL the points noted.
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