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- Page 1 RAM T3 Marine Hydraulic Steering System User Manual ENGLISH bandg.com simrad-yachting.com...
- Page 2 This precision engineered product was designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom. Please keep this manual in a safe place The information in this manual was, to the best of our knowledge, correct when it went to press and Simrad or B&G cannot be liable for any inaccuracies or omissions.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Page 4 Important Safety Information Compliance Statement Description Location System Contents Maintenance & Service Emergency Quick Release Emergency Steering - Primary Steering Failure Technical Data Rudder Feedback Unit (Optional) Reservoir Preparation ... -
Page 4: Important Safety Information
Beware of hot motor and solenoid components and the risk of entrapment from moving parts. Do not flash test. COMPLIANCE STATEMENT The RAM T3 complies with CE under directive 2014/30/EU. The rele- vant Declaration of Conformity is available in the following websites un- der model documentation section: www.simrad-yachting.com or www.bandg.com Complies with the requirements of level 2 devices of the Radio ... -
Page 5: Description
DESCRIPTION RAM T3 Hydraulic Steering Systems combine a hydraulic cylinder with clutch, reversing pump and reservoir in a compact installation. A solenoid clutch is engaged to extend or retract the rod. The cylinder and its mounting are protected by integral relief valves. Overall adjust- ment is incorporated into the stroke of the cylinder. -
Page 6: System Contents
SYSTEM CONTENTS TILLER BOLT & FITTINGS TOP-UP OIL PUMP FASTENERS CYLINDER RESERVOIR FASTENERS CYLINDER RUDDER FEEDBACK KIT (OPTIONAL) CLUTCH PUMP... -
Page 7: Maintenance & Service
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE With a minimum of moving parts and top quality precision engineering the system will give many years of trouble free service if the following points are adhered to. ▪ Keep the cylinder rod free from damage. ▪ Avoid exposing the unit to salt water. Perform the following tasks on a regular basis: ▪... -
Page 8: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA Pump The pump fitted to the RAM T3+ system is the PR+25 model. Please refer to the PR+ manual for technical and service details. Cylinder Volume 538 cc (Nominal) Area 176.6 mm² Stroke 305 mm Adjustment ± 15 mm... -
Page 9: Rudder Feedback Unit (Optional)
Body Protection SP270 14 kg Gross System Weight RUDDER FEEDBACK UNIT (Optional) A rudder reference or ‘feedback’ unit is available as an option for the RAM T3 System. Please contact your dealer for details Ref. Part no. R4104 (Ref. page 19). -
Page 10: Reservoir Preparation
RESERVOIR PREPARATION IMPORTANT! The reservoir is fitted with a special cap with a breather hole that is sealed for transit and must be opened before operation. Do not attempt to move the cylinder rod before completing the following steps; Mount the reservoir on a bulkhead as far above the pump and cylinder as possible using both the mounting holes provided. -
Page 11: Reservoir Installation
RESERVOIR INSTALLATION... -
Page 12: Cylinder Installation
CYLINDER INSTALLATION Ensure that cylinder rod movement is limited by the Steering end-stops and not by the actuator. Check that no part of the actuator fouls the structure of the vessel or quadrant throughout its full range of move- ment. Warning! Do not exceed the +/-5º... - Page 13 QUADRANT Typical installation for a 257 mm quadrant with to- tal rudder angle of 70 de- grees.
- Page 14 DIMENSIONS FOR CYLINDER MOUNTING FOOT (NOT TO SCALE)
- Page 15 LOCTITE TILLER BOLT The tiller bolt supplied is suitable for a quadrant thickness of 20 to 25 mm. The tiller bolt mounting hole should be drilled Ø20.1 to 20.2 mm. An application of Loctite 638 or a commercial equivalent where shown is recommended.
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Page 16: Quadrant
REFILLING AND BLEEDING Use this procedure if air has entered the hydraulic system or if it has been dismantled. Important! Use only the recommended hydraulic fluid – see page 8. Before commencing ensure that any containers are clean and free of contamination. -
Page 17: Hydraulic Fluid
4 & 6 HYDRAULIC FLUID Caution Do not use Brake fluid. Use mineral based good quality hydraulic fluid compatible with nitrile hydraulic seals. Ref technical Data on page... -
Page 18: Commissioning
COMMISSIONING Caution Be aware of the danger of moving linkages and the risk of entrapment. Use the primary steering to check the full range of movement before commissioning the autopilot. Caution Check the unit for damage and leaks after installation. FAULT FINDING Under no circumstances dismantle the unit unless it is certain that the fault is internal. -
Page 19: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION Keep this manual in a safe place. Quote the model and serial numbers in all correspondence. Model Number: ________________________________ Serial Number: ________________________________ Date of Purchase: ________________________________ Dealer: ________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________ CONTACT DETAILS For inquiries in general, contact Simrad or B&G: www.simrad-yachting.com www.bandg.com For inquiries of spare parts, contact Hydraulic Projects Limited:...
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