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• To reduce noise on aluminum or metal hulls, isolate steering hoses from hull with
suitable non-abrasive hangers.
• Steering hoses from steering wheel helm must be free of twists or stress. Gently
secure hose bundle together with a cable tie, located approximately 25.4 cm
(10 in.) from the steering wheel helm.
• Do not mount pump on an angle greater then 15° from vertical position.
• The pump electrical wiring must be within reach of the auxiliary battery.
• Pump should be mounted in an area that allows sound enclosure, cover removal,
and easy access to the fill cap.
• Install pump in an area where bilge water will not contaminate the pump.
• To reduce transmitted noise, mount pump on wood or fiberglass surface. Avoid
mounting pump on aluminum or steel surfaces.
REQUIRED MOUNTING CLEARANCES FOR THE POWER STEERING PUMP
a - 215 mm (8 1/2 in.)
b - 310 mm (12 7/32 in.) to top cover (not shown)
c - 285 mm (11 1/4 in.)
d - 432 mm (17 in.) clearance required for cover removal
INSTALLING POWER STEERING PUMP
1. The power steering pump can be mounted two ways:
• On a side of the internal bulkhead
• Mounted on the floor