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Helm Control Systems
The bow thruster circuit is protected by a fuse
and emergency shut off button/battery switch
located in the forward bilge compartment. It is
activated automatically when the thruster control
panel is switched on and turns off when the panel
is deactivated. It can also be activated manually
with the red knob on the switch.
Refer to the bow thruster owner’s manual for
details on operating the bow thruster and using
the control pad.
4.9 Control Systems Maintenance
Control Maintenance
Periodic inspection of the control systems and all
connections should be made. Signs of rust, cor-
rosion, wear or other deterioration should imme-
diately be serviced. Generally, periodic lubrication
of all moving parts and connections with a light
waterproof grease is in order.
Lubrication should be performed as often as nec-
essary to keep the system operating smoothly.
Control system adjustments may become neces-
sary. If adjustments become necessary, see your
Everglades dealer.
DO NOT ATTEMPT CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS UNLESS YOU ARE
FAMILIAR WITH SERVICING CONTROL SYSTEM PROCEDURES.
CONTROL MISADJUSTMENT CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL
AND SEVERE ENGINE OR LOWER UNIT DAMAGE.
Steering System Maintenance
A periodic inspection of all steering hoses, link-
age and helm assemblies should be made. Signs
of corrosion, cracking, loosening of fastenings,
excessive wear or deterioration should be cor-
rected immediately. The uid level for the hy-
draulic steering should be checked frequently and
maintained at the proper level. The steering uid
level at the ll plug on the power steering pump
should be maintained at no less than 1/2” below
the bottom of the ller ll hole. Only use power
steering uid recommended by the steering sys-
tem manufacturer when adding uid.
Generally, periodic lubrication of all moving parts
and connections with a light waterproof grease is
in order. Check the hydraulic hoses and ttings
for chafng, rub marks and leaks. Replace if
necessary. Failure to do so could lead to steering
system failure that would result in loss of control.
When new or after repairs, hydraulic steering
systems may need to have all air purged from
the system. Only use hydraulic steering uid
recommended by the steering system manu-
facturer. Difcult steering and premature seal
failure can result if the wrong uid is used in the
steering system. Review the information provided
by the steering system manufacturer for proper
specications and details on system service and
maintenance.
Trim Tab Maintenance
The trim tab actuators are electric and require no
routine maintenance except to periodically inspect
the tab actuators for corrosion or marine growth
and test the system to ensure that it is operating
properly.
Marine growth can interfere with the proper op-
eration of the trim tab planes and actuators. To
reduce problems due to marine growth, always
return the trim tabs to the full “UP” position af-
ter operating the boat and periodically inspect
and clean marine growth from the actuators and
planes.
If the boat is kept in the water, the trim tabs
must be equipped with a zinc anode to prevent
galvanic corrosion. Galvanic corrosion is the cor-
rosion process occurring when different metals
Power Steering Unit in Stern Bilge
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