Edgewater Networks 388CC - Servicing Your Thruster; Changing Drive Pin 140 TT or 185 TT

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Electric/Hydraulic TT Thruster 140 - 300
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4. Servicing your thruster
4.1 Service schedule
NOTE: Thrusters are more likely to attract ‘debris’, so it
is necessary to regularly check the tunnel.
New install:
• The anode should be checked after approximately 3 - 4 months
to gauge an appropriate replacement schedule. .
At the annual boat service:
• Remove any debris from tunnel, propeller and hub.
• Replace the anode.
• If the propeller is damaged or heavily contaminated, replace
it, best to be safe.
• Inspect motor, ensure all leads are still tight.
• Check all bolts and nuts are to correct torque.
• Check the motor assembly is dry and that the compartment
is water tight.
• Check and clean out thruster compartment.
• Apply grease to exposed thruster seal and shaft.
• If hub is removed the tunnel gasket must be replaced.
Electric:
• Inspect electric motor, ensure all leads are still tight.
• Brush out carbon dust from top of electric motor especially
on aluminium boats. Recommend qualifi ed electrician.
Hydraulic:
NOTE: Refer to hydraulic system
supplier for service requirements.
4.2 Changing drive pin 140TT or 185TT
• Cut cable tie on shaft - (If Fitted)
Fig. 4.2.1
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Fig. 4.2.3
• Punch out pin parts.
• Tap in new pin and secure with new plastic cable tie.
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