Quicksilver 755PH — System & Component Overview and Operaon
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If 2 control panels are installed at separate helms, never
operate the bow thruster from both panels simultaneously.
Do NOT test the bow thruster while the boat is out of the
water, unless you are certain that everyone is a safe
distance from the thrust tube.
Never allow the bow thruster to run for longer than 5
seconds with the boat is out of the water.
Bow Thruster Movement
Refer to the bow thruster owner’s manual for exact baery
requirements.
13. Steering
Your boat comes equipped with a hydraulic steering system. The basic system for a single engine boat
contains a steering wheel, a hydraulic helm pump, a hydraulic steering cylinder, and hydraulic hoses. If
you purchase a Mercury Verado® six cylinder engine, the steering system includes an electric power
assisted steering pump to aid in the handling of the vessel.
Operaon
When turning the steering wheel, the helm pump forces hydraulic uid through hoses to and from the
steering cylinder which is connected to the ller arm on the engine. The cylinder moves the ller arm
to either port and starboard, depending upon the direcon the steering wheel is turned.
Maintenance
A hydraulic steering system rarely needs to be relled aer the system is bled. However, if you ever
need to add uid to the system, refer to the steering manufacturer’s manual for complete instrucons.
On a standard helm (non–L6 Verado), the ll is located on the top of the helm pump. On a six cylinder
Hydraulic Steering
Steering wheel
Helm pump
Hydraulic ll
Hydraulic uid lines
Steering cylinder
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