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Installation Instructions and Owner's Manual
1.1 Before Installation
The safe operation of the SeaStar Jackplate is dependent upon proper
installation and maintenance, common sense, safe judgment and
the knowledge/expertise of the operator. Every installer/user of the
Jackplate should know the following requirements before installing/
using the SeaStar Jackplate.
1.
Read and understand the Installation and Owner's Manual provided
with your motor, steering system, and associated components.
2. Ensure that all components required to complete the installation
are on hand.
3. SeaStar components are highly engineered and safety tested to
ensure system integrity; DO NOT substitute any component with
non-SeaStar components as this may compromise system
performance/reliability.
4. Comply with all system ratings/regulations (boat/engine, U.S.C.G.).
- Jackplate MUST be rated for use on the engine(s) installed.
1.0 SAFETY INFORMATION
The safety information provided throughout this publication is
intended to inform you of the dangers that may be present during
installation and use. It is critical that you read and understand
ALL the points noted.
If you have any questions regarding any of these warnings, contact
SeaStar Solutions.
1.2 During Installation
1. Install components as directed in all Installation Instructions.
2. DO NOT modify or substitute any component in any way without
written consent from SeaStar Solutions.
3. Confirm that there is no interference between the SeaStar
Jackplate(s) and the steering cylinder(s), tiebars, steering hoses,
outboard engine, outboard engine hoses or any combination of
these parts by performing the CLEARANCE CHECKS as detailed
in Section 2.6.
For SeaStar Standard Duty Jackplates, the MAXIMUM supported
horsepower is 300 HP.
For SeaStar
Xtreme
Jackplates, the MAXIMUM supported
horsepower is 400 HP.
WARNING
WARNING