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Rigging the immersion/lifting system
The hydrogenerator is supplied with a lifting bracket that functions in a similar way to the systems
used on the rudders. It facilitates access to the propeller when the device is lifted, for the removal
of seaweed for example.
The lowering and lifting procedures are carried out using a hoist which is not included in the pack.
The maximum traction during lifting is around 40 kg. It is therefore recommended to rig a 4:1 to
6:1 hoist with a 6 mm diameter sheathed line (hoist available in option at Watt&Sea, refs: PA
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04
and PA
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04
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HS, depending on boat sailing speed).
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Assembly of the lowering rope (as per blue line below):
Pass the rope successively :
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in the cam
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cleat of the bracket
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in the two gudgeons of the bracket
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through the low friction ring
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in the hole of the lower gudgeon
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Finish the assembly by an eight
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knot (see picture below)
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Assembly of the lifting rope ; please see in green below
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Assembly of the lowering line using a low friction ring
