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Side Mount & Splashwell Mount Cylinders
Following the routine maintenance schedules as outlined below, in
the time frame noted will ensure years of service from your SeaStar
Steering System, as well as keep you and your passengers safe
from the dangers that are present on and off the water.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
1. Owner(s) (End Users)
2. Qualified Marine
Mechanic
Prior to every use.
1.
Check fluid level in highest helm pump (see page 12 for proper
fluid level setting).
2.
Verify immediate steering response when turning steering wheel(s).
Ensure engine(s) move when steering wheel(s) are turned.
3.
Visually inspect all steering hoses and fittings for wear, kinking
and/or leaks.
4.
Check for binding, loose, worn or leaking steering components.
WARNING
DO NOT operate boat if any component is not in proper working
condition.
After first 20 hours, then every 100 hours or 6 months thereafter
(which ever comes first).
• All points noted above.
• Check tightness of ALL fasteners throughout the steering system.
Tighten as required.
• Check for mechanical play or slop throughout steering system,
correct as required.
After every 200 hours or 12 months (which ever comes first).
• All points noted above.
• Side Mount cylinders.
- Remove steering cylinder from engine steering tube. Clean steering
tube and re-grease using a good quality marine grease.
• Splashwell Mount cylinders.
- Grease ball joint using a good quality marine grease.
• Remove steering wheel and re-grease wheel shaft using a good
quality marine grease.
• Inspect hydraulic oil for cleanliness, flush if required.
Any work being performed with
the steering system MUST be
completed by a qualified
mechanic with the working
knowledge of the system.
WARNING
WARNING
