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CAUTION AND WARNINGS

DO NOT

•  Operate seat without sufficient pressure in 

shock absorber or serious injury and damage to 
suspension module will result.

•  Place hands near module when in use. Serious 

injury can result.

•  Modify the equipment by drilling extra holes, 

removing material, or adding extra equipment. 
Serious injury can result.

•  Use the suspension module if it is or appears to be 

damaged. Serious injury can result.

•  Use the suspension module if module to deck 

attachments are loose. Serious injury can result. 
 
 
 

•  Use the suspension module if module resting height 

is lower than normal. This may be an indication of a 
damaged shock and serious injury can result.

•  Operate the suspension module with insufficient 

air pressure in shock to prevent bottoming. Serious 
injury and damage to seat can result.

•  Use the suspension module for uses other than its 

intended purpose. Use of the seating for other than 
its intended purpose may result in damage to the 
equipment or bodily harm.

•  Use the suspension module if fasteners are loose. 

Damage to the equipment or bodily harm may result. 
 
 
 
 

•  Attempt to open, perform maintenance or repair 

the suspension module while craft is underway. 
Damage to the equipment or bodily harm may result.

•  Place items under or around the suspension module 

that may interfere with the suspension modules 
range of motion. Damage to the equipment or bodily 
harm may result.

Your SHOCKWAVE S5 Marine Suspension Module will mitigate the effects of shock and vibration, reducing the potential of injury, but it will NOT prevent the possibility of injury. 
The increased level of comfort and control provided by SHOCKWAVE S5 marine suspension seating will allow the craft to operate at higher speeds in sea states which create high 
shock loads on the craft and potentially the occupants. 

HIGH SHOCK LOADS COULD POTENTIALLY EXCEED THE SEAT’S CAPABILITY TO MITIGATE.

Operating marine craft in a high shock load environment is inherently hazardous. Tolerance to the effects of shock and vibration vary from person to person and it is the 
responsibility of the craft operator to ensure the safety of each person on board. Pain and/or discomfort are indicators of a potential injury. Constantly monitor the physical state 
of the craft and the personnel on board. Hazardous operation of the craft may result in serious injury, death or damage to the craft.

Follow IMPORTANT instructions located throughout this User Manual to prolong the 
appearance and service life of your SHOCKWAVE S5 Marine Suspension Module.

Summary of Contents for S5

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL MARINE SUSPENSION MODULE ...

Page 2: ...ve proven that innovation and attention to the highest safety standards can protect boaters from the shock of wave impact As avid boaters ourselves we understand what our customers value most and we create the best marine suspension seats in the world to provide a safer more comfortable and exciting ride For customer inquiries and service support please call 1 778 426 8544 or email support shockwa...

Page 3: ...TMENT SETTINGS 7 CHANGING SUSPENSION MODULE HEIGHT 8 REBOUND ADJUSTMENT 9 SERVICE TIPS 10 HOW TO VIDEOS 11 DRAWINGS AND EQUIPMENT LIST 12 SUSPENSION MODULE DRAWING SW 05026 13 ACCESSORIES 14 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES TROUBLESHOOTING 15 GENERAL BOATING BEST PRACTICE AND SAFETY 16 CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS 17 WARRANTY AND WARRANTY POLICY 18 SHOCKWAVE COMMUNITY 19 ...

Page 4: ... Do not mount the suspension module in the middle of an unsupported deck plate Ensure that the movement of the suspension module does not interfere with the vessel structure or equipment Properly torque deck mount and fasteners Check operation of suspension module after installation as it must not bind or stick Remove the two attached spacers from your SHOCKWAVE S5 these will be required if you ne...

Page 5: ...the shock absorber Do not operate the seat without sufficient pressure in shock absorber or serious injury and damage to the suspension module will result SETTING UP THE SUSPENSION MODULE To achieve the best performance from the suspension module s shock absorber the pressure should be adjusted to attain the proper sag setting Sag is the amount the suspension compresses under the occupant s weight...

Page 6: ...efore step 5 5 Cycle the shock absorber through its travel by bouncing on the seat 5 times 6 Push the red o ring against the rubber air sleeve 7 Gently sit on the seat 8 Get out of the seat 9 Check the sag percentage marking on the Shock absorber shaft Sag is correct if the o ring sits at the 20 mark 10 If the sag value is not at the desired level inflate or deflate the shock absorber in 10 PSI in...

Page 7: ...t higher speeds where regular slamming will occur Gives a firm ride Setting the sag height is designed to be a starting point To get the most out of the suspension module the shock absorber can be fine tuned This is done using a combination of compression and rebound damping to optimize ride quality as well as for varying sea conditions The suspension module comes with a 3 position blue lever that...

Page 8: ...or Rear Mount position For the Mid Mount setting install the smaller red spacer to the top module plate using the supplied fastener For the Rear Mount setting install the larger blue spacer to the top module plate using the supplied fastener The SHOCKWAVE S5 comes with the shock absorber in the front mount position which is the lowest height configuration If a higher installation height is require...

Page 9: ...und can improve your suspension performance Turning the red rebound adjuster fully counter clockwise maximizes the shock rebound rate This setting is the fastest to return the seat to your sag height SLOWER REBOUND In low frequency and large wave activity a slower rebound can improve your suspension performance Turning the red rebound adjuster fully clockwise reduces the shock rebound rate This se...

Page 10: ...e shock absorber does not require constant pressure adjustment SHOCK LEAK DOWN Check the fill valve to see if debris is interfering with its operation or perform a simple soap solution test to identify the source of the problem BOLT TORQUE TIGHTNESS All fasteners are prone to becoming loose from sustained high performance use SHOCKWAVE recommends that all bolts should be visibly inspected for sign...

Page 11: ...eo tutorials of how to install your Shockwave S5 please visit www shockwaveseats com howto where we have a comprehensive guide for installation options For further instruction please contact your Shockwave S5 dealer or email support shockwaveseats com 11 ...

Page 12: ...our suspension module order The illustrated part breakdown is designed to provide a functional overview of the SHOCKWAVE S5 Marine Suspension Module and provide a reference to points covered in the user manual These drawings show These drawings can be used to order spare parts and for replacing or repairing parts ...

Page 13: ... AN960C816 WASHER FLAT 12 6 FA M12LN S5 13 3 FA M8LN S5 14 1 FA M8X130 AS C5 NC S5 SCREW SOCKET HEADCAP 15 1 FA M8X85 AS C5 NC S5 SCREW SOCKET HEADCAP 16 1 SW 04754 BUMPSTOP 17 1 FA M8X30 AS CS NC S5 SCREW SOCKET HEADCAP METRIC PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL NOTICE THIS DRAWING MAY REVEAL DESIGNS OR INFORMATION PROPRIETARY TO PROFESSIONAL COMPONENTS LTD BY ACCEPTANCE OF REPRODUCTIONS RECIPIENTS AGRE...

Page 14: ...f fore aft travel and the 360 degree swivel locks in place in any of 16 positions for excellent flexibility SLIDE The SHOCKWAVE S5 high quality seat slide offers a full 5 inches of fore aft travel allowing for comfortable seating options for a wide variety of occupants and uses SWIVEL This remarkable SHOCKWAVE S5 seat swivel offers 360 degree swivel It locks in place in any of its 16 positions for...

Page 15: ...by applying soapy water to system connections and look for bubbles If leak found replace shock absorber Remove fill valve core and replace with new one from auto supply store Replace shock absorber this is required only on extremely rare occasions Shock pressure is too low Shock pressure is too high Rebound rate is too high Loose components Shock absorber mounting bolts are dry Bearing or sliding ...

Page 16: ... should be used to secure all gear Plastic containers of oil and other fluids must be protected from chafing and puncture Electronic equipment must be secured to prevent damage from shock loads CHECK ALL EQUIPMENT Conventional mounting brackets for heavy items such as fire extinguishers are subject to much more loading than without shock mitigation Make sure all of your equipment brackets are tigh...

Page 17: ...ft is underway Damage to the equipment or bodily harm may result Place items under or around the suspension module that may interfere with the suspension modules range of motion Damage to the equipment or bodily harm may result Your SHOCKWAVE S5 Marine Suspension Module will mitigate the effects of shock and vibration reducing the potential of injury but it will NOT prevent the possibility of inju...

Page 18: ...intended use There is damage to the cushions and covers caused by cuts burns or abuse WARRANTY DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY THE ABOVE EXPRESSED WARRANTIES SHALL BE THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTIES AND SHOCKWAVE SEATS MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED SHOCKWAVE SEATS EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR...

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