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42C System Operations - 63
STEERING SYSTEM
The steering system in your 42C is manu-
factured by Sea Star, a subsidiary of
TeleFlex (Canada, Ltd.), and is hydrauli-
cally assisted. Hydraulic assisted steering
is similar to the power steering system
in your automobile and greatly reduces
the manual effort necessary to steer your
yacht and maintain the desired course.
The Hydraulic Steering System in your
42C differs from your automobile, as a
separate pump is not used to circulate the
hydraulic
fl uid contained in the system;
the system is completely fi lled with hy-
draulic fl uid and is free of air. As you turn
your steering wheel, the hydraulic fl uid is
pumped by the steering head into the ap-
propriate
fl uid line, Port or Starboard, re-
sulting in movement of the steering cylin-
der in the respective direction. The steer-
ing cylinder is connected to the rudders
and they are subsequently turned; which
enables your yacht to turn in the desired
direction to Port or Starboard (See photo-
graph below which illustrates the location
of the steering cylinder and its connection
to the rudders).
The Hydraulic Steering System in your
42C utilizes an adjustable tilt-type steering
head, which allows you to adjust the steer-
ing wheel angle for maximum personal
comfort.
The photo below shows the tilt control on
the Steering Wheel.
The steering head contains a vented fi ll
cap. The vented cap is located on the top
of the steering head and forward of the
steering wheel. The photo below shows
the vented cap.
Maintenance of the Hydraulic Steering
System should only be performed by your
Silverton Dealer or a quali
fi ed technician
experienced in marine hydraulic systems.
Periodically examine all connections and
hydraulic lines for any signs of leakage. If
any leaks are noted, contact your Silverton
Dealer for further inspection and repair, if
necessary.
Refer to the SEA STAR Manual included
with your Owner’s Packet for the speci
fi c
type of hydraulic fl uid required and techni-
cal information concerning the Hydraulic
Steering System.