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SAC 240 & SAC 320
MC_0031
For electric motor thrusters
• The thruster must NOT be installed in compartments that require ignition proof electric equipment. If necessary, make a separate compartment.
(NB: Sleipner Ignition Protected systems are tested and rated accordance with ISO 8846 and can be installed in areas with possible explosive
gases.)
• When installing the thruster electric motor in small compartments, ensure the compartment is dry and well ventilated to allow for cooling of the
electric motor.
• If the height of the room you are installing the thruster is limited, the thruster can be installed horizontally or at any angle in-between.
- If the electro motor is positioned more than 30 degrees off vertical, it must be supported separately.
- Beware of keeping installation within advised measurements. No part of the propeller or gear leg must be outside the tunnel.
• The electric motor, components and cables must be mounted so they remain dry at all times.
• Do not fi nish the inside of the tunnel with a layer of gel-coat/ topcoat or similar. There is only room for a thin coat of primer and two layers of anti-
fouling between the tunnel and the props.
• Don’t install the electric motor close to easily flammable objects or equipment as it will reach over 100°C before the temperature switch is
activated.
• Do not store items close to the thruster motor. Any loose items near the thruster motor is a potential fi re hazard and can cause undesired short-
circuiting.
• Do not lift it by internal cable connections, main terminals.
• The thruster power supply circuit must include the recommended sized fuse and a battery isolation switch.
• The electric/ hydraulic motor must be handled with care. Do not rest the thruster motor on its drive shaft as its weight can damage the shaft.
The installer must read this document to ensure necessary familiarity with the product before installation.
Instructions in this document cannot be guaranteed to comply with all international and national regulations. It is the responsibility of the
installer to follow all applicable international and national regulations when installing Sleipner products.
The recommendations given in this document are guidelines ONLY, and Sleipner strongly recommends that advice is obtained from a person
familiar with the particular vessel and applicable regulations.
This document contains general installation instructions intended to support experienced installers. If you are not skilled in this type of work,
please contact professional installers for assistance.
If required by local regulation, electrical work must be done by a licensed professional.
Appropriate health and safety procedures must be followed during installation.
Faulty installation of Sleipner products will render all warranties given by Sleipner Motor AS.
Ensure appropriate access to Sleipner products during installation planning for service, inspection and component replacement.
MC_0038
Responsibility of the Installer
Failure to follow the considerations and precautions can cause serious injury, damage and will render all
warranties given by Sleipner Motor as VOID. MC_0411
MC_0425
For thruster systems
• Do not install the thruster in a position where you need to cut a stiffener/ stringer/ support that may jeopardise the hull integrity without checking
with the boat builder this can be done safely.
• Paint the gear leg and propellers with anti-fouling. (NB: Do not paint the anodes (if in use), sealing, rubber fi ttings or propeller shafts)
• There is only room for a thin coat of primer and two layers of anti-fouling between the tunnel and the props.
• Never run the thruster out of water without load.
When installing an S-Link™ system connect ONLY original Sleipner S-Link™ products or other authorized control equipment directly to the S-Link™ bus.
Connecting non-authorized third-party equipment, it must always be connected through a Sleipner supplied interface product.
Any attempt to directly control or connect into the S-Link™ control system without a designated and approved interface will render all warranties and
responsibilities of all of the connected Sleipner products. If you are interfacing the S-Link™ bus by agreement with Sleipner through a designated
Sleipner supplied interface, you are still required to install at least one original Sleipner control panel to enable efficient troubleshooting if necessary.
MC_0105
MC_0440
General Installation Consideration and Precaution Guidelines
