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The wires stretch after the first large loads. If necessary tighten the wire to the quadrant.
The wire should not be loose, but also not too tight. The steering system should be tightened at
least annually, or if a situation is created, where something is not performing optimally (see
Maintenance section 4.7). Metal dust near the sheave often indicates unnatural wear.
If there is a failure in the steering system, you can operate the rudder with the emergency tiller.
To steer using the emergency tiller, proceed as follows:
• Open rudder spaces and check the steering mechanism.
• Take the emergency tiller from the mounting and insert it in the mounting on deck.
• Steer on deck.
In case of failure of the steering system
• Head to the wind
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Mount the emergency tiller as described above.
Look for a safe anchoring or mooring place. Pay attention for shoals.
The rudder compartment is not a stowage place for equipment or
other objects.
Moveable components of the steering system should be treated with water-resistant greases
within the scope of winter overhauling.
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