Seastar Hydraulic 296221-E
Seastar Hydraulic 296221-E
® hydraulic
TELEFLEX CANADA
3831 NO.6 ROAD
RICHMOND, B.C.
CANADA V6V 1P6
FAX 604-270-7172
www.seastarsteering.com
ISO 10592
PRINTED IN CANADA
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Hydraulic Steering for Outboard
Powered Vessels
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Side Mount Cylinder HC5370
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Notice to Boat Manufacturer
or Installer
Throughout this publication, Warnings and Cautions (accompanied by the
International Hazard Symbol ) are used to alert the manufacturer or
installer to special instructions concerning a particular service or
operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly.
Observe Them Carefully!
These “safety alerts” alone, cannot eliminate the hazards that they
signal. Strict compliance to these special instructions when performing
the installation and maintenance plus “common sense” operation are
major accident prevention measures.
SEASTAR Hydraulics
INTRODUCTION
Before proceeding with the installation, read these instructions
thoroughly. Teleflex cannot accept responsibility for installations
where instructions have not been followed, where substitute
parts have been used, or where modifications have been made
to our products.
NOTICE Due to a small amount of internal oil slip, a “master spoke” or
“centered” steering wheel cannot be maintained with a hydraulic
steering system. For best results, use an equal distance spoke
steering wheel.
SeaStar Pro hydraulic steering eliminates the “need” for a steering
wheel mounted trim switch.
WARNING Do not use a wire coil type trim switch with a hydraulic steering
system. Wire coil can wind up tight around the steering wheel
shaft and prevent further steering!
Index
Minimum Motor Well Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Horse Power Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Helm Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Hose Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Cylinder Mounting, Front Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Torque/Trim Tab(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cylinder Mounting, Side Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Tie Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Hose Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Hydraulic Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Filling and Purging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Oil Level and System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Technical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Seal Replacement Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
# OF A B C MIN. ENGINE
Minimum Splashwell ENGINES CENTER DISTANCE
Dimensions 1 26" (660mm) 9" (230mm) 5.5" (140mm) N/A
2 52" (1320mm) 9" (230mm) 6.5" (165mm) 26" (660mm)
NOTE:
a) Dimensional restrictions also apply
A
to external motor mount brackets.
b) Maximum engine center distance for
twin engine applications is 36" C
(914mm) using the standard tiebar.
Dimension 'A' would have to be
B
increased proportional to the
tiebar length.
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SEASTAR
SEASTAR PRO
BLEED NIPPLE
2.75"
(70mm) 4.38"
(112mm)
Figure 1
Side Mount Cylinder(s) Side mount cylinders require a minimum clearance of 14" (355mm)
(part # HC5370) from the end of the tilt tube to the motorwell wall (gunwale) for
proper installation. Minimum engine centers for twin engine
applications are 26".
1.5" DIA
(38mm)
1.7" (44mm)
9" (228mm) AT
13" (330mm)
FULL EXTENSION
Figure 2
CAUTION DO NOT use the SeaStar Pro 2.0 helm pump with a side mount
cylinder as it is incompatible with all unbalanced cylinders.
Tools You will need the following tools to complete your installation.
•3" (77mm) diameter Hole Saw or Key Hole Saw and a
•5/16" (8mm) dia. Drill.
•7/16", 9/16", 5/8" and 3/4" Open End type Wrench/Spanner.
•15/16" Socket for SeaStar Helms.
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MOUNTING THE HELM
CAUTION If more than one steering station is installed, the fill-vent plug on
all but the uppermost helm must be replaced with a non-vent plug
which is included in a dual station fitting kit as shown on page 14.
Determine desired mounting position. Ensure that the steering
wheel will not interfere with other functional equipment. Check for
adequate space behind dash for fitting and line connections.
CAUTION If a 20° mounting wedge is used, cut out dash as per mounting
wedge template and mount helm directly to the 20° wedge.
CAUTION Fittings inserted in the rear of the helm should be installed until finger
tight and then turned an additional 1–1/2 to 2–1/2 turns depending on
desired orientation of fitting. DO NOT exceed 156 in./lbs (17.6 Nm).
NOTICE Ports marked R are for the connection of additional helm and auto
pilot compensating lines. Straight connectors may be substituted.
Use a pipe sealant such as Loctite P.S.T. or equivalent on all pipe
threads. Do not use "tape" sealers.
Mount helm to dashboard or console and lightly grease taper of
helm shaft.
Mount steering wheel to helm.
CAUTION Tighten steering wheel shaft nut before filling and purging the
steering system. Tighten nut to 150 in./lbs. (17 Nm). Do not
exceed 200 in./lbs. (22 Nm).
On pages 23 to 60 of this instruction booklet you will find the
WOODRUFF KEY
NUT
FILLER PLUG
HELM PUMP
STEERING WHEEL
WASHER LOCKNUT
Figure 3
3
⁄ 4" STANDARD TAPER 1
⁄ 4" NC STUDS (4)
FILLER PORT
WOODRUFF KEY
1 1 ⁄ 2"
2 5 ⁄ 8"
(38mm)
(67mm)
4 7 ⁄ 16" 2 5 ⁄ 8" S P
(113mm) (67mm)
5
⁄ 8" NF THREAD
1
⁄ 4" N.P.T PORTS (4)
Figure 4
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SEASTAR/SEASTAR PRO
HELM INSTALLATION
BACK PLATE
CARRIAGE BOLTS
BEZEL
Figure 5
WOODRUFF KEY
4.5"
(115mm)
3
⁄ 4" STANDARD
TAPER
5
⁄ 8" NF
THREAD
3.5"
BEZEL (89mm) 6.25"
(159mm)
Figure 6
WOODRUFF KEY
FILLER PLUG
(VENTED OR NON-VENTED)
BACK PLATE
BEZEL
LOCKNUT
HELM PUMP
Figure 7
20˚ Wedge(part # HA5419 & This kit is designed to mount the helm at a 20˚ angle to the
HA5408 c/w Drain kit) mounting surface.
Four possible mounting configurations are available.
DASH
DASH
DRAIN KIT
DASH DASH
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HYDRAULIC HOSE
INSTALLATION
Plan ahead: Future installation of an auto pilot or extra steering
CAUTION station can be simplified by installing two pairs of shorter hose kits.
For twin steering station installations, Connect them with union coupling fittings, part no. HF5530.
e.g.: tower boats, use SeaStar Pro Tee fittings can now be installed with ease at a later date.
outboard hose or a combination of Bulkhead union fitting kits are available to facilitate hose runs through
3/8" O.D. copper tube (for the transoms and splashwells.
long runs). Part No. HF5512, up to 3/4" (19 mm) splashwell, single cylinder
Part No. HF5513, up to 3" (76 mm) transom, single cylinder
Part No. HF5514, up to 3/4" (19 mm) splashwell, twin cylinders
Part No. HF5515, up to 3" (76 mm) transom, twin cylinders
* Part No. HO81XX, Standard Pigtail hose kit
* Part No. HO82XX, Sea Star Pro Pigtail hose kit
*XX = hose length in even foot increments
Route hydraulic hose from helm to cylinder(s) along gunwale or builder
installed harness tube. Do not remove protective fitting caps until
connection of hose fitting to helm and cylinder is made.
Use shortest convenient path for routing hoses.
Route hoses with a gradual rise from the SeaStar helm pump to the
SeaStar Cylinder(s) along the gunwale or builder installed conduit.
Do not bend Hydraulic hoses tighter than a 2-1/2" (6 cm) radius.
NOTICE For replacement installations use old steering cable or hose to pull
new hoses through difficult to reach areas.
Thread hose fitting onto fitting at rear of Helm pump and tighten or
torque to 15 ft-lbs. Thread cylinder end of hydraulic hose onto steering
cylinder fitting (tee / elbow) and torque or tighten to 15 ft-lbs.
WARNING Hydraulic hoses must be protected from chafing and any possible
contact or interference with assembly screws or sharp edges of any
2 type. The hydraulic hoses should be secured wherever possible.
1 Teleflex recommends the use of a rigging tube, PVC piping or conduit
for the safe secure installation of hydraulic hoses.
Do not allow hoses to hang free in an area where they could
become a safety hazard.
Do not install hoses in such a way that they will become exposed to
3 high heat areas such as engine manifolds or highly corrosive areas
such as battery fumes or electrical connections.
1 Minimum bend radius 312⁄ ".
Continuous kinking, chafing, rubbing or twisting may
2 DO NOT adjust angle of fittings
eventually weaken hose(s) to a point where it could rupture
without first consulting manufacturer. from normal steering pressure causing loss of steering,
3 Hoses should be secured to the resulting in damage to boat and/or personal injury. Visually
control cable harness as they enter inspect hoses and fittings for wear and/or damage.
the splashwell through the boot.
CAUTION Prevent mix-up in hose connections by marking both ends of one hose
with masking or electrical tape. For two steering stations or an auto
pilot installation, a third (compensating) line must be installed and
identified. See Fig. 11 Page 14.
Provide sufficient hose length to allow full uninterrupted steering
motion including trim and tilt. If your splashwell is rated for a dual
application you must provide enough steering hose to rig either twin or
single engines.
WARNING Do not use extruded nylon tubing for outboard motor applications.
BOAT
TRANSOM
JACK PLATE OUTBOARD MOTOR
CAUTION Only your specific application drawing will illustrate the correct
placement and orientation of items 1,2 and 14.
Study your drawing carefully. Items 1 through 20 are required for all
Single Engines applications. Slide the well greased support rod (item 12) into the
thoroughly cleaned and rust free engine tilt tube.
Grease item no.'s 1, 5, 6, 7 and 8 and assemble item no.'s 1
through 10 (except item 2), as illustrated on your drawing.
NOTICE Do not tighten the flat head socket cap screw (item 10) until the
slider plate assembly is complete. This screw may have to be
moved up and down during assembly of slider plate.
Once the assembly is complete, continue as follows:
Tighten flat head socket cap screw (item 10).
CAUTION Do not pinch slide washers (item 5) on slide bushing (item 7). Slide
bushing must fit properly inside the holes of slide washers.
Tighten the threaded notched washer (item 4) with a punch or screw driver.
CAUTION Do not create any burrs on the threaded notched washer while
tightening with screw driver or punch.
Tighten the 3/8" Nylok® nut (item 3) firmly against the threaded
notched washer. Make certain that item 4 and 10 do not loosen
while tightening the Nylok® nut.
Connect the slider plate assembly to the cylinder (item 11) with the
4 hex head cap screws (item 2).
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CYLINDER MOUNTING
FRONT MOUNT TYPE
CAUTION Refer to your installation drawing for selecting the correct orientation
and mounting holes on the slider plate.
Mount the spacers and adjusting ring nut (items 13, 14 and 16) to
the support rod (item 12).
CAUTION Refer to your installation drawing for the correct placements of
spacers on both sides of engine tilt tube.
NOTICE Coat the support bracket (item 15) holes with a quality marine
grease prior to assembly.
Attach and connect support brackets (item 15) to the support rod
(item 12) and the cylinder rod, using the washers, nuts and bolts
(items 17, 18, 19 and 20), as illustrated on your application drawing.
WARNING Do not substitute self locking type fasteners with non-locking
type fasteners, or loss of steering may occur.
Eliminate support rod free play by turning the adjusting ring nut
(item 16) counter clockwise. Do not use a wrench of any type on
the adjusting ring nut. Turn by hand only. Lock the ring in place by
securely tightening the set screw.
Check the cylinder assembly for smooth operation, making certain
that no binding or interference is present. For cylinders not yet
connected to hydraulic hoses, etc., check cylinder assembly by
moving engine from engine stop to engine stop. For cylinders
already connected to hydraulic hoses, etc., check cylinder assembly
by turning steering wheel from stop to stop.
WARNING Tilt engine(s) fully up and down to ensure that no parts of the
cylinder assembly contact any part of the splashwell surface or
engine-transom mounting bolts. If the cylinder does contact the
engine mounting bolts, try turning the engine mounting bolts
around by placing mounting bolt inside the transom. If interference
still occurs DO NOT OPERATE VESSEL and contact your local
marine repair facility or Teleflex Canada Limited for the correct
installation procedure’s. Failure to rectify or correct interference
may result in cylinder, splashwell and or engine damage resulting
in personal injury or property damage.
FAILING TO CHECK FOR INTERFERENCE MAY RESULT IN
CYLINDER, SPLASHWELL AND/OR ENGINE DAMAGE.
WARNING Do not connect hose to bleed nipple end of the cylinder Tee fitting,
unless bleed nipple is reinstalled on other side of the Tee fitting.
Complete removal of bleed nipple will result in steering loss.
CAUTION With non feed back steering systems such as SeaStar, incorrect
torque/trim tab setting can still have an adverse effect on the
overall performance of your boat. It is highly recommended that
the tab(s) be set to the optimum setting, ie: minimum torque at
top speed. On high performance boats, where this tab has been
removed or is out of the water, a skeg type torque eliminater may
be required if high torque is causing a steering/performance type
problem at top speed.
Proceed to Page 14, Hose Connection.
Outboard Powered Vessels 9
CYLINDER MOUNTING
TWIN ENGINES
The step-by-step instructions for twin engines are the same as those for
Front Mount Cylinder single engines, with the exception of the additional Tie Bar Kit parts.
Twin Engines The countersunk washer, item 9, is not used for twin engine
One or two cylinder applications.
applications Study your specific application drawing carefully. Item No.'s 1
through 22 (except items 8 & 9), and item No.'s 51 through 62, are
required for all applications. When installing twin cylinders
you will end up with spares of items 8 and 9.
For twin engine, single cylinder applications the cylinder may be
mounted on either the starboard or port engine.
Slide the well greased support rod (item 12) into the thoroughly
cleaned and rust free engine tilt tube.
Assemble item No.'s 1 through 10, item No.'s 51 through 55, and
item 62, to the tiller arm.
Start the slider plate assembly by mounting the extension plate
(item 55) to the underside of the tiller arm, using the flat head
socket cap screw (item 63). Do not tighten the flat head socket cap
screw at this time since this screw may have to be moved up and
down during assembly of the slider plate.
Next, mount the clamp (item 51), over the tiller arm and into the
extension plate (item 55), as illustrated on drawing.
Grease item no.'s 1, 5, 6, 7, and 8 before assembling.
Stack item no.'s 8, 7, 5, 6, 1, 5, 4, and 3 on top of the tiller arm
and secure to the flat head socket cap screw (item 10).
Secure the slider plate assembly to the tiller arm as follows:
Tighten flat head socket cap screw (item 10).
CAUTION Be absolutely certain that the bottom tiller arm surface contacts the
extension plate slot surface squarely. Extension plate must not be
slanted or cocked.
Tighten the threaded notched washer (item 4) using a punch or
screw driver.
CAUTION While tightening item 4, make certain that item 8 is fitted and seated
squarely into the extension plate counter bore. Do not allow the
bottom washer (item 52) to jam in the counter bore at an angle.
Do not create any burrs on the threaded notched washer while
tightening.
Tighten the 3/8" Nylok® nut (item 3) firmly against the threaded
notched washer (item 4).
Tighten the clamp (item 51) to the extension plate with 1/4" Nylok®
nuts (item 62).
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CYLINDER MOUNTING
TWIN ENGINES
CAUTION The extension plate (item 55) must fit properly onto the tiller arm. If
the extension plate is slightly cocked or slanted (sideways) steering
will be hard and damage to cylinder parts may occur.
Connect the slider plate assembly to the cylinder (item 11) with the
4 hex. head screws (item 2).
CAUTION Refer to your installation drawing for selecting the correct mounting
holes on the slider plate.
Mount the spacers and adjusting ring nut (items 13, 14 and 16) to
the support rod (item 12).
NOTICE Coat the support bracket holes with a quality marine grease prior
to assembly.
Attach and connect support brackets (item 15) to the support rod
(item 12) and the cylinder rod, using the washers, nuts, and bolts
(items 17, 18, 19 and 20), as illustrated on your application drawing
WARNING Tilt engine(s) fully up and down to ensure that no parts of the
cylinder assembly contacts any part of the splashwell surfaces or
engine-transom mounting bolts. If the cylinder does contact the
engine mounting bolts, try turning the engine mounting bolts
around by placing mounting bolt inside the transom. If interference
still occurs DO NOT OPERATE VESSEL and contact your local
marine repair facility or Teleflex Canada Limited for the correct
installation procedure’s. Failure to rectify or correct interference
may result in cylinder, splashwell and or engine damage resulting
in personal injury or property damage.
FAILING TO CHECK FOR INTERFERENCE MAY RESULT IN
CYLINDER AND/OR SPLASHWELL, AND /OR ENGINE DAMAGE.
Proceed to Page 14, Hose Connection.
Outboard Powered Vessels 11
CYLINDER MOUNTING
SIDE MOUNT
WARNING Do not modify or change the pin or the hole in the cylinder rod and
extension rod. Any modification can greatly reduce the strength
and integrity of this attachment point and result in total loss of
steering, causing property damage and/ or personal injury.
While holding the pin in place, slide the rod and pin assembly into
the tilt tube.
Attach cylinder to tilt tube by threading the hex portion of the cylinder
end to the tilt tube until fully engaged and tightened.
Resistance will be apparent due to the anti-vibration pellet.
If applicable, connect the tie bar (items 57 to 61) to the tiller arms
as illustrated on page 69.
Refer to page 13 for instructions on how to shorten the bar.
Proceed to Page 14, Hose Connection.
Figure 9
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CYLINDER MOUNTING
TIE BAR
CAUTION The CD dimension must include allowance for engine toe in/out as
required, or recommended by the engine manufacturer. Failing to
observe toe in/out recommendations may result in harder than
normal steering effort.
WARNING At the time of installation and any other time thereafter, the
threaded rod must always fully cover inspection hole 1, but never
inspection hole 2. Failing to observe this warning may result in
one engine becoming separated from the steering system causing
result in property damage and/or personal injury.
The SeaStar tie bar is designed for use on Teleflex/SeaStar
cylinders only. It may not be compatible with other cylinders.
TUBE LENGTH = Y
2 1
Figure 10
NOTICE
Must be free
to rotate.
UPPER
HELM
STATION
COMPENSATING LINE
Figure 11
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FILLING AND PURGING
THE SYSTEM
Read First These instructions show how to fill and purge a Single Station Front
Mount Cylinder System. The same steps apply to Single Station Side
Mount Systems, the difference being which bleeder to open and
close and the direction the cylinder rod moves. These variations are
shown in inset diagrams at each step. For twin station and/or twin
cylinder filling and purging instructions read instructions on page
19-20 first and then proceed with instructions on page 16.
This procedure requires two people. One person may not be able
to remove all the air from the system which will result in spongy,
unresponsive steering.
During the entire filling procedure, oil must be visible in the filler tube.
Do not allow the oil level to disappear into the helm pump, as this
may introduce air into the system and increase your filling time.
2 bottles (2 quarts or litres) for single station and single
Hydraulic Oil Requirements cylinder systems.
1 additional bottle for each additional helm, cylinder, or auto pilot.
NOTICE These instructions will result in hydraulic oil flushed in and out of
the system. Oil can be re-used if filtered through a fine mesh screen
such as used for gasoline. If unable to filter oil, an additional bottle
of oil is required.
NOTICE "Bleeder" may refer to cylinders fitted with bleed tee fittings or
bleed screws. If fitted with bleed tee fitting, open bleeder by
unscrewing bleed nipple nut two turns.
If cylinder is fitted with bleed screws, open bleeder by removing
bleed screw completely. Loosening bleed screw only, will not
cause sufficient oil flow to purge system.
DO NOT LET
OIL LEVEL
FALL BELOW
THIS POINT
Figure 12
OIL BOTTLE
FILL TUBE
HELM
STEERING WHEEL
SIDE MOUNT
CYLINDER FRONT MOUNT
CYLINDER
Step 2 • Turn the steering wheel clockwise until the cylinder rod is fully
extended on the right side of the cylinder.
• Open right side bleeder.
TURN CLOCKWISE
TURN
CLOCKWISE
OPEN RIGHT
OPEN LEFT SIDE SIDE BLEEDER
BLEEDER
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HYDRAULIC STEERING
FILLING AND PURGING
Step 3 • Holding the cylinder rod (to prevent it from moving back into the
cylinder) turn the steering wheel counter-clockwise until a steady
stream of air free oil comes out of the bleeder. (Drain out approx.
1/2 bottle of oil or as required)
Do not use vise grips to stop cylinder rod from moving
• While continuing to turn the wheel close the right side bleeder
and let go of the cylinder rod.
TURN COUNTER-CLOCKWISE
TURN COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE
CLOSE RIGHT
SIDE BLEEDER
CLOSE LEFT SIDE
BLEEDER
TURN COUNTER-CLOCKWISE
TURN COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE
OPEN LEFT
SIDE BLEEDER
CLOSE RIGHT
SIDE BLEEDER
Step 5 • Holding the cylinder rod to prevent it from moving back into the
cylinder turn the steering wheel clockwise until a steady stream
of air free oil comes out of bleeder.
• While continuing to turn the wheel close the left side bleeder and
let go of the cylinder rod.
Fill and purge is now complete.
TURN CLOCKWISE
TURN CLOCKWISE
CLOSE LEFT
SIDE BLEEDER
CLOSE RIGHT
SIDE BLEEDER
Note: Refer to page 20 for oil level and system check, when properly
bled, steering wheel turns will be;
Front Side
Mount Mount
SeaStar I 4.75 4.9/5.8
SeaStar II 3.5 3.5/4.1
SeaStar Pro 4.1 N/A
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HYDRAULIC STEERING
FILLING AND PURGING
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MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATING INSTRUCTIONS
GREASE ROD & HOLE BOLT IS GREASE BOTH
THROUGH SIDES OF SLOT
TILLER
CAUTION ARM
Grease rod and support bracket holes
once a year.
GREASE
UNDERSIDE
AND TOP SLIDE
SURFACES
GREASE ROD & HOLE
Figure 13
Outboard Powered Vessels 21
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
1. During Filling,the Blockage in the line between the helm(s) Make certain that hose has not collapsed
helm becomes and the cylinder(s). during installation. If so, the collapsed section
completely jammed. must be removed and re-fitted with a new
piece with the aid of tube connectors. Check
fittings for incomplete holes. Fittings with
incomplete holes, however, are not common.
2. System is very Cylinder(s) has been mounted upside Mount cylinder(s) correctly, according to
difficult to fill. down. This causes air to be trapped in cylinder installation instruction. Ports should
Air keeps burping the cylinder(s). always be kept in uppermost position.
out top of helm Air in system. Review filling instructions.
even after system
appears full.
3. Steering is stiff Knurled adjusting nut on tilt tube over To test, disconnect cylinder(s) from the
and hard to turn, tightened. tiller arm and turn the steering wheel.
even when the vessel If it turns easily, correct above-mentioned
is not moving. problems. Please note that excessively
loose connections to tiller arm or tie-bar
can also cause mechanical binding.
Restrictions in hose, piping or fittings. Find restriction and correct.
Note: A kinked hose will cause restriction.
Cylinder interfering with engine cowling. Loose adjusting nut.
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HYDRAULIC STEERING
TROUBLE SHOOTING
4. One helm unit in Dirt in inlet check of helm pump. Dismantle helm pump and remove
system is very bumpy contaminant from make-up checks.
and requires too
many turns from
hardover to hardover.
5. Steering is Steering wheel is too small. Fit larger wheel if possible, see installation
easy to turn at the instructions. If the problem cannot be
dock, but becomes rectified by the above mentioned solution,
hard to turn when proceed with next cause and solution or
vessel is underway. consult factory.
Incorrect setting of trim tab(s) engine. Adjust tab(s).
6. Engine drifts to Dirt in check valves. Remove check valve plugs. These are the
port or starboard larger plugs on either side on rear of helm.
while vessel is Clean ball seats and balls and re-assemble.
underway, even Note: Be prepared to lose a certain amount of
when wheel is not oil during this procedure. Have a small can
being turned. available. Refill system when check balls
have been re-assembled.
NOTICE Torque values for 18-8 stainless steel and brass bolts are taken from a
torque guide by ITT Harper. All results correspond well with basic bolt equations,
using a bolt factor of 0.2 and a factor of 3/4 for a reusable connection.
Fittings SeaStar cylinders and all other fittings are 3/8" compression type fittings.
Threads are 9/16" x 24 extra fine. A brochure on all SeaStar fittings is
available from Teleflex Canada.
NOTICE Regarding adjustment of Bleeder Canada Ltd recommends that once a fitting once re-oriented to desired angle.
Tee Fitting (part# 409620) on steering has been backed off (turned in a counter The fitting must be torque to a min of 17-ft
cylinder HC5340-42. If interference occurs rotational direction) it is important to remove lbs. and then oriented to the desired angle.
between the splashwell and hydraulic hose the fitting completely to avoid leakage. Max torque is 55-ft lbs.
or hose fitting the fittings can be adjusted Remove the fitting, clean the threads and DO NOT adjust fitting so that it points to the
but must be removed completely prior to re-apply PST (pipe sealant with Teflon). This Starboard or in the direction that the
establishing desired orientation. Teleflex will ensure that the fitting does not leak hydraulic hose enters the splashwell.
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APPLICATIONS
WARNING Refer to page 24
Figure 14
STUD
STEERING
HOOK
Figure 15
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APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 16
Figure 17
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APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
NOTICE
Remove Bleeder Nipples and
rotate Bleed Tees 90 degrees.
Replace Bleeder Nipples.
WARNING
If interference between
Bleeder Fittings on
Steering Cylinder and
Engine Hooks occurs it
may be necessary to
trim a portion of the
Engine Hooks.
NOTICE
Remove Bleeder Nipples and rotate Bleed
Tees 90 degrees. Replace Bleeder Nipples.
WARNING
If interference between Bleeder Fittings
on Steering Cylinder and Engine Hooks
occurs it may be necessary to trim
a portion of the Engine Hooks.
WARNING
The top corners of the Tab Washer (Item 54)
must be folded against the flats of the Hex
Bolt after bolts are tightened.
Figure 19
51 687723 2 Extension Plate Honda 58 722523 1 Threaded Rod c/w Ball Joint
52 113529 2 Nut 3/8" NF Nylok® 59 192126 1 Nut 1/2" NF Nylok®
53 113622 4 Washer 3/8" dia. 60 N/A 1 Obsolete–No longer required
54 823673 4 Locking Tab Washer M10 61 116527 1 Ball Joint
55 752927 4 Screw M10-1.25 x 90 HHCS NLP 62 710921 2 Spacer
56 726825 2 Screw, 3/8" NF x 1-3/4", HHCS 63 198767 1 HHCS, 3/8" NF x 1-5/8", SS,
57 722721 1 Stringer Tube Fully Threaded
30 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 20
Figure 21
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APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 22
Figure 23
34 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
JOHNSON/EVINRUDE 1993-TO DATE 250 HP HC5342 NOT REQ HO5073A & HO5073A
HO5009
Figure 24
JOHNSON/EVINRUDE 1993-TO DATE 250 HP HC5342 NOT REQ HO5073A & HO5073A
HO5009
Figure 25
36 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 26
Figure 27
38 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 28
Figure 29
40 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 31
42 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 32
EXTENSION PLATE
SUPPLIED BY ENGINE
MANUFACTURER
Figure 32A
NOTICE IF INTERFERENCE
OCCURS AT BLEED FITTINGS,
REFER TO PAGE 24 FOR
PROPER ADJUSTMENT OF
BLEEDER TEES
EXTENSION PLATE
SUPPLIED BY ENGINE
MANUFACTURER
EXTENSION PLATE
SUPPLIED BY ENGINE
MANUFACTURER
Figure 33A
Figure 33
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APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 34A
NOTICE IF INTERFERENCE
OCCURS AT BLEED FITTINGS,
REFER TO PAGE 24 FOR
PROPER ADJUSTMENT OF
BLEEDER TEES
Figure 34
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APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 36
Figure 37
48 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 38
Figure 39
50 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 40
Figure 41
51 113529 6 Nut 3/8" NF Nylok® 58 722627 1 Threaded Rod c/w Ball Joint
52 113622 6 Washer 3/8" dia. 59 192126 1 Nut 1/2" NF Nylok®
53 770226 1 Extension Plate Stbd. 60 N/A 1 Obsolete–No longer required
54 770122 1 Extension Plate Port 61 116527 1 Ball Joint
55 726825 4 Screw 3/8" x 1 3/4" Hex Head 62 186426 1 Screw 3/8" x 21/4" Hex Head
56 731128 4 Standoff Washer
57 722721 1 Stringer Tube
52 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 42
US MARINE (FORCE) 1995-TO DATE 120 HP HC5342 HO5035 HO5042 & HO5042
HO5009
Figure 43
54 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 44
Figure 45
56 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 46
Figure 47
58 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 48
Figure 48A
YAMAHA 1989-TO DATE 50-70 HP HC5342 NOT REQ HO5009 & HO5046
HO5046
Figure 49A
Figure 49B
Figure 49
60 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 50A
NOTICE IF INTERFERENCE
OCCURS AT BLEED FITTINGS,
REFER TO PAGE 24 FOR
PROPER ADJUSTMENT OF
BLEEDER TEES
Figure 50
YAMAHA 1989-TO DATE 70-90 HP HC5342 NOT REQ HO5009 & HO5046
HO5046
Figure 51A
Figure 51B
Figure 51
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APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
Figure 52
Figure 53A
64
64 SEASTAR Hydraulics
APPLICATIONS
SINGLE ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
CAUTION
For 1997 Yamaha 115-
225L hp motors. Measure
tilt tube length.
Longer tilt tube is normally
12-3/16". Regular tilt tube
is normally 12".
On motors with longer tilt
tube, replace one of the
regular spacers (14) with
the thin spacer (14A).
WARNING
The thin spacer must be
used with longer tilt tube
Yamaha motors, or loss of
steering control may result.
Figure 55
3
4
1 5
2
22
6 5
7
8
17
12 15 18
13 14
40
9
15 19
16 10
17
SUPPLIED BY ENGINE
MANUFACTURER
18
}
20
41
11
19 13
20
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APPLICATIONS
TWIN ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
52
52
53 60
53
51
}
SUPPLIED BY
ENGINE
60 MANUFACTURER
53
}
55
56 52
58 57
59 53 SUPPLIED BY ENGINE
MANUFACTURER
52
Figure 56
ENGINE
MANUFACTURER YEAR MODEL CYLINDER
Figure 57
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APPLICATIONS
TWIN ENGINE
WARNING Refer to page 24 for correct torque specifications of all installation hardware.
ENGINE
MANUFACTURER YEAR MODEL CYLINDER TIEBAR KIT
Figure 58
5
2 *
3 * 4 *
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER
PISTON ROD
2 *
*PARTS INCLUDED IN HS5157
Figure 59
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SEAL REPLACEMENT KITS
SIDE MOUNT
Figure 60A
CYLINDER
VICE V-BLOCKS
Figure 60B
V-BLOCKS CYLINDER
VICE 7/8"
NOTICE NOTICE
Use soft material Gland replacement
V-Blocks as per kit HS5173, includes
Figures A1 & A2 for Gland, 'O' Ring and
clamping cylinder. Bleeder Tee.
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