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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 

 

Failure to install and maintain this equipment in accordance with the 
instructions contained in this Manual could result in damage or injury.  
This equipment must be installed and maintained by a person who is 
qualified to do so. This equipment is only for use with marine autopilots 
within the limitations stated in the following pages. Autopilot steering 
systems are navigational aids and the user must still maintain a perma-
nent watch. 
 
This equipment meets the latest EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) 
standards required for use in the marine environment. 
In order to ensure conformance and to prevent interference with 
electronic systems the unit must be properly bonded to earth and the 
supply cables screened. 
 
Caution!  
 
In operation this unit can rotate the vessels wheel rapidly.  
Keep clear of the wheel when this unit is engaged to avoid entrapment. 
 
Beware of hot motor and solenoid components and the risk of 
entrapment from moving parts. 
 
Do not flash test.  
 

COMPLIANCE STATEMENT 

 
The RAM T3 complies with CE under directive 2014/30/EU. The rele-
vant Declaration of Conformity is available in the following websites un-
der model documentation section:  
www.simrad-yachting.com or www.bandg.com 
 

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Complies with the requirements of level 2 devices of the Radio 
communications (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standard 2017. 

 
 
Warning!  
 
The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly 
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s 
authority to operate the equipment. 

Содержание RAM T3

Страница 1: ...ENGLISH RAMT3 MarineHydraulicSteeringSystem User Manual bandg com simrad yachting com...

Страница 2: ...liable for any inaccuracies or omissions There may also be differences between the specifications in the manual and the product as a result of ongoing development for which we accept no liability Thi...

Страница 3: ...g Failure Technical Data Rudder Feedback Unit Optional Reservoir Preparation Reservoir Installation Cylinder Installation Quadrant Dimensions for Cylinder Mounting Foot Tiller Bolt Mounting Foot Coil...

Страница 4: ...ystems the unit must be properly bonded to earth and the supply cables screened Caution In operation this unit can rotate the vessels wheel rapidly Keep clear of the wheel when this unit is engaged to...

Страница 5: ...and understand the special reservoir instructions on page 10 before commencing installation LOCATION For marine applications these systems are designed for under deck installations only Excessive tem...

Страница 6: ...6 SYSTEM CONTENTS PUMP CYLINDER RESERVOIR CLUTCH TILLER BOLT FITTINGS PUMP FASTENERS CYLINDER FASTENERS TOP UP OIL RUDDER FEEDBACK KIT OPTIONAL...

Страница 7: ...condition of the oil in the reservoir and empty clean and re fill with fresh fluid if necessary Cylinder Seals Should service replacement seals be required a kit is available from your nearest dealer...

Страница 8: ...nominal 13 seconds Temperature rating minimum 20 C Temperature rating maximum 65 C Relief valve setting 62 bar 12400N Orientation Red lead Positive Cylinder Retracts Clutch Coil voltage nominal 12 or...

Страница 9: ...5 16 I D Length 1 meter Materials Body Aluminium BS 1490 Cylinder rod Stainless Steel Chrome Plated Seals Nitrile PTFE Body Protection SP270 System Weight 14 kg Gross RUDDER FEEDBACK UNIT Optional A...

Страница 10: ...steps 1 Mount the reservoir on a bulkhead as far above the pump and cylinder as possible using both the mounting holes provided 2 Remove the transit screw and seal from the cap to open the breather Re...

Страница 11: ...11 RESERVOIR INSTALLATION...

Страница 12: ...s and not by the actuator Check that no part of the actuator fouls the structure of the vessel or quadrant throughout its full range of move ment Warning Do not exceed the 5 angle at the extremes of s...

Страница 13: ...13 QUADRANT Typical installation for a 257 mm quadrant with to tal rudder angle of 70 de grees...

Страница 14: ...14 DIMENSIONS FOR CYLINDER MOUNTING FOOT NOT TO SCALE...

Страница 15: ...ed 20 1 to 20 2 mm An application of Loctite 638 or a commercial equivalent where shown is recommended Tighten the M20 nut to 68 Nm MOUNTING FOOT The four M8 nuts bolts and washers supplied are suitab...

Страница 16: ...eservoir hose at the ram but do not disconnect it Fluid will emerge tighten when all air bubbles have gone top up the reservoir 4 Remove A and B hoses from the pump and place the ends in a container o...

Страница 17: ...1 2 3 4 6 5 ON OFF 17 HYDRAULIC FLUID Caution Do not use Brake fluid Use mineral based good quality hydraulic fluid compatible with nitrile hydraulic seals Ref technical Data on page 8...

Страница 18: ...nder requiring the unit to be bled for which special tools are needed Ref page 16 Caution Any damage to the piston rod will damage its seals and allow air into the cylinder and oil leaks 1 Motor does...

Страница 19: ...all correspondence Model Number ________________________________ Serial Number ________________________________ Date of Purchase ________________________________ Dealer ______________________________...

Страница 20: ...988 12094 001...

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