Hydraulic Steering System - Sea Ray 44 Sedan Bridge Owner's Manual

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! WARNING
Disconnect the power cable from power source before
performing maintenance.
In case of salt water spray or immersion: Rinse
plug end and/or connector end thoroughly in fresh
water, shake or blow out excess water and allow
to dry. Spray with a moisture repellent before reuse.
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YDRAULIC TEERING
A manual hydraulic steering system, consisting
of a helm and a hydraulic cylinder (fitted with an
integral servo cylinder and a power steering
valve), supplies the "control" portion of the
steering system.
Under normal conditions, with engines running, a
hydraulic oil supply is in a standby mode, ready
to be directed to the steering cylinder as dictated
by the steering wheel, servo cylinder and power
steering valve. Turning the steering wheel left or
right makes the system go from "standby" into
"operating" mode and moves the steering cylinder
accordingly.
In the event of a power source failure, hydraulic
oil from the steering helm is automatically diverted
into the servo and steering cylinder, providing the
helmsman with manual backup steering.
An oil reservoir located on the aft component board
in the bilge allows easy fill and assists the in-line
cooler in cooling the hydraulic oil. An in-line oil filter
helps to protect the steering system components
against contaminants.
44 Sedan Bridge (455 Sedan Bridge)
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A STEERING RAM
B SMARTCRAFT RUDDER INDICATOR
REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL PACKET FOR
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.
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