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SXP user manual
MC_0352
Advanced Control Panel Troubleshooting
Control panels operating on the S-link system display all faults via the control panel interface or via other warming methods.
To review any issues of your product refer to the appropriate user manual for a complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides.
For additional supporting documentation, we advise you to visit
our website
www.sleipnergroup.com
MC_0013
Basic Troubleshooting
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Not applicable to SX thrusters.
Before seeking assistance from the website help desk from your Sleipner dealer/ distributor, please perform these tests.
(NB: If you are unable to understand or perform these checks, you must consult a Sleipner distributor.)
CHECK
SOLUTION
The motor runs, but there is no thrust
Check propellers are fi tted, fastened correctly and there
is no damage to the prop shaft.
Re-fasten or replace if necessary
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Check the flexible coupling between the motor and
drive shaft is fi tted correctly and not damaged.
Replace if necessary
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Check the gear leg is not damaged.
Replace if necessary
The thrusters performance is reduced
Check the propeller, gear house and tunnel are free from
growth/ barnacles or debris and damage.
Remove growth and clean.
(NB: If there is obstruction in the tunnel it will disturb/ block
the water flow and signifi cantly reduce performance.)
Check the battery is in a good working condition.
(NB: Keep the main engine(s) running in use to have a continuous charge to the
batteries)
• Check batteries are not worn out or in a bad charged condition
• Check electrical connections/ wiring for damage or wear (corrosion)
• Check cables are the correct size per the product manual
• Tighten/ re-adjust connections
The thruster does not start/ works in only one direction or does not turn off
Check the main switch is active/ on.
Open the main switch if it is closed.
Check all battery fuses are in good condition.
• Check batteries
• Check electrical connections/ wiring for damage or wear (corrosion)
• Tighten/ re-adjust and clean connections
The thruster is not shutting off after the Joy Stick/ panel
is disengaged.
Hit the main switch to disengage the thruster. Contact and consult a Sleipner distributor
as the control system has been damaged.
The thruster works in only one direction
Damaged relay.
Hit the main switch to disengage the thruster. Contact and consult a Sleipner distributor
as the control system has been damaged.
The thruster runs in a pulsing action
This is a build-in error response.
-Solenoids failure
Hit the main switch to disengage the thruster. Contact and consult a Sleipner distributor.
The solenoid might be in a lock-in/ auto stop position.
Hit the main switch to disengage the thruster. Contact and consult a Sleipner distributor.
Replace if
necessary
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MC_0329
Seasonal Checklist
CHECK T
O PERFORM
DA
TE
The SX unit is fastened securely to the hull.
Bolts holding the SX components are fastened securely
.
Paint the SX unit with anti-fouling.
Batteries are in good condition.
All electrical connections are clean
and fastened fi
rmly
.
