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Section 5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Periodic maintenance of the Joystick Control System is performed along
with periodic maintenance of the engine and stern drive.
Periodic maintenance of the Joystick Control System is as follows:
Daily (At Starting)
Inspection of the power steering equipment
• Inspection of the steering oil quantity
Inspect that the oil level is close to the upper mark
NOTICE: Do not start the engine without having sufficient steering oil.
The steering pump may seize.
• Inspection for oil leaks from the hydraulic cylinder, connecting hose,
hydraulic valve unit and the hydraulic piping.
Check the Steering Wheel Operation
• Check for the presence of rattle and play in the steering wheel of the
electronic helm, abnormal operating force, and abnormal noise
Check the Joystick Operation
• Check that the button lamp lights when pressing the A button
• Check that no alarm indication appears on the display when pressing
the A button
Initial 50 Hours, Every 250 Hours or Every Year of
Operation
• Inspect the harness
• Inspect looseness of each bolts and nuts
• Inspection for cracks in the hydraulic hoses
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