Meridian Yachts 381 Sedan, Руководство пользователя

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381 Sedan • Owner’s Manual
Chapter 4: Controls
Steering
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This yacht features a power assisted rack-and-pinion steering system.
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Check the fluid level in the power steering reservoir every time you use your yacht.
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Yacht steering is not self-centering.
Autopilot (If Equipped)
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Before using the autopilot system, read the autopilot instruction manual(s).
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The autopilot system can be turned On at the upper helm station.
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The autopilot will aid you in maintaining the chosen course of your yacht.
Rudder Stuffing Gland
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The rudder stuffing gland is part of the assembly where the
rudders emerge from the bottom of the yacht.
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The shaft stuffing gland should not leak any water.
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If a leak develops, it can usually be stopped by tightening
the packing gland nuts slightly. Do not over tighten the
packing gland nuts.
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If stuffing gland leakage becomes excessive, packing
replacement can be performed as follows:
1. Remove the yacht from the water.
2. Loosen the packing gland nuts and back the packing
gland from the sleeve.
3. Remove the old packing.
4. Wrap the new packing around the shaft.
5. Cut the rings with a razor blade at an angle approximately 30 degrees to the long axis of the shaft.
6. Stagger the ends of each ring around the shaft and insure that the rings are at the bottom in the sleeve.
7. Tighten the packing gland nuts until resistance is felt.
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Never leave the helm while the autopilot system is On!
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A qualified operator must monitor the autopilot system at all times and keep lookout for
other marine traffic and other hazards.
WA R N I N G !
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N OT I C E
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he autopilot system is only an aid to navigation.
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It's accuracy can be affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defects, envi-
ronmental conditions and improper handling or use.
TILLER ARM
RUDDER STUFFING
GLAND (TYPICAL)
(TYPICAL)
UPPER RUDDER
BEARING SUPPORT
(TYPICAL)
VIEW OF TYPICAL RUDDER SYSTEM