Seastar Solutions OPTIMUS EPS, Operation Instructions And Users Manual

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© 2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual, Rev. D
7-1
7.0 MAINTENANCE
Prior to every use (see Section 3.3 for further details):
1. Check steering fluid level in all steering pumps.
2. Verify immediate steering response when turning steering wheel(s).
3. Inspect all steering hoses, fittings and mechanical and electrical
cables for wear, kinks, or leaks.
4. Check for binding, loose, worn or leaking steering or shift/throttle
control components.
5. Verify proper shift and throttle response at all control levers.
6. Verify that no alarms or warnings are shown on the CANtrak display.
FOLLOWING THE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES OUTLINED
BELOW WILL ENSURE YEARS OF SERVICE FROM YOUR OPTIMUS
ELECTRONIC STEERING SYSTEM, AS WELL AS KEEP YOU AND YOUR
PASSENGERS SAFE FROM THE DANGERS THAT ARE PRESENT ON
AND OFF THE WATER.
DO NOT OPERATE BOAT IF ANY COMPONENT IS NOT IN PROPER
WORKING CONDITION.
After every use:
1.
Rinse the SmartCylinders with clean, fresh water and replace the
CANtrak sun cover.
DO NOT rinse the PCM or the pumps.
After the first 20 hours, then every 100 hours or 6 months thereafter
(whichever comes first).
1. All points noted above.
2. Check tightness of ALL fasteners/fittings throughout the steering
system. Tighten to correct torque specifications as required.
3. Check for mechanical play or slop throughout steering system,
correct as required.
4. Check for signs of corrosion. If corrosion is present contact your
dealer or SeaStar Solutions.
5. Check all electrical cables for chafing and wear.
WARNING
WARNING
7.1 Owner(s) (End Users)
7.2 Qualified Marine Mechanic