You ha
ve a two-line system if you do not have the above components in your system.
CAUTION
CLEANLINESS must be maintained while making hydraulic connections. Contamination
introduced into the steering system fluid can cause steering components to malfunction, possibly
resulting in a loss of steering.
Before beginning to connect the pump to the steering system, review the following installation
hints:
• Cap or cover the ends of hoses with a
clean rag before pushing them
between bulkheads.
• Wipe copper filings off freshly cut and
reamed copper tube. Do not blow the
filings off.
• Teflon based thread sealer, such as
'LOCTITE™ P.S.T.' must be used on
all male pipe threads. Do not place
thread sealer on the first two threads.
Do not use a tape-type thread sealer.
These can shred and enter the
steering system fluid.
Do not place thread sealer on female pipe
threads.
• When tightening fittings into the pump
lockvalve, hold the lockvalve, not the
motor. That way, the lockvalve will not
twist out of alignment with the rest of
the pump.
• Connection of the pump lines is most
easily made at existing breaks in the
steering system lines. For example:
valves, t-joints and other fittings.
CAUTION
Opening your hydraulic steering system will introduce air into your steering system. This air will be
expelled if the steering system is bled properly. After you refill your system and during the "Set-up
Routine", your autopilot can be used for bleeding the air. Ensure that you follow the Compensating
Line installation instructions very carefully as all air is expelled through this line when bleeding your
system. If the Compensating Line does not prime properly and allow fluid to get to the autopilot
pump, the pump will not perform properly. The Compensating Line does not have to be a high-
pressure hose. In fact, even a clear hose can be used allowing for easy visual confirmation of proper
Compensating Line operation.
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