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SR user manual
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Sleipner Motor AS
P.O. Box 519, Arne Svendsensgt. 6-8
N-1612 Fredrikstad, Norway
Declare that this product with accompanying standard control systems complies with
the essential health and safety requirements according to:
DIRECTIVE 2013/53/EU
DIRECTIVE 2014/30/EU
DIRECTIVE 2014/35/EU
MC_0020
MC_0004
Important Thruster User Considerations and Precautions
EN
• Ensure you know the location of the main battery switch that disconnects the thruster from all power sources (batteries) so the thruster can
be turned off in case of serious malfunction.
• Always turn the control device off when the thruster is not in use or when leaving the boat.
• When leaving the boat always turn off the main power switch for the thruster.
• The maximum continuous run time of the electrical thruster is approximately 3 minutes. The motor is equipped with a built-in thermal cut-off switch that
will shut the motor off when overheating. Consider this when planning your manoeuvring.
• Never use thrusters out of water.
• If the thruster stops giving thrust while running, there is possibly a problem in the drive system. You must immediately stop running the thruster and
turn it off . Running the thruster for more than a few seconds without resistance from the propeller can cause serious damage to the thruster.
• When leaving the boat always turn off the main power switch for the thruster.
• We advise keeping the main engine(s) running while using the thruster. This will keep the batteries in a good charge condition. It will also give better
performance to the thruster, a higher voltage at the thruster results in a higher torque (power) in the electromotor.
• If the performance of the thruster is reduced check the battery system.
• If two panels are operated with confl icting directions at the same time the thruster will not run. If both are operated in the same direction, the thruster
will run in this direction.
• If you notice any faults with the thruster switch it off to avoid further damage.
• The electromotor, its components, contacts/ plugs or other joints in the control cables must be mounted so they will remain dry at all times.
• It is the owner/ captain/ other responsible parties full responsibility to assess the risk of any unexpected incidents on the vessel. If the thruster stops
giving thrust for some reason while manoeuvring you must have considered a plan on how to avoid damage to persons or other objects.
• The primary purpose of the thruster is to manoeuvre/ dock the vessel. Forward/ reverse speed must not exceed 4 knots when operated.
IMPORTANT
Failure to follow the Considerations and precautions can cause serious injury / damage and will render all warranty given
by Sleipner Motor AS VOID.
Never use thrusters when close to objects/ persons or pets in the water. The thruster will draw objects into the tunnel and
the rotating propellers. This will cause serious injuries and damage the thruster.
Always turn the main power switch off before touching any part of the thruster, An incidental start while touching moving
parts can cause serious injuries.
Never store items (e.g. equipment, sails, ropes etc.) in the same compartment as the thruster. When the thruster runs for an
extended period, it can reach 150°C and will cause damage to nearby items or cause a fi re. The electromotor will generate
some carbon dust so any storage compartment must be separated from the thruster to prevent nearby items from becoming
dusty/ dirty.
Any loose items near the thruster motor can cause problems with electrical wiring coming loose and short-circuiting.
