Sleipner SX35POD Installation Manual

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SLEIPNER AS
P.O. Box 519
N-1612 Fredrikstad
Norway
www.sleipnergroup.com
Installation Guide
For DC External POD Electric Thruster Models
SX35POD, SX50POD
DOCUMENT ID:
6398
REVISION:
10
DATE:
2021
EN
LANGUAGE:

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  • Page 1 Installation Guide For DC External POD Electric Thruster Models SX35POD, SX50POD DOCUMENT ID: SLEIPNER AS 6398 REVISION: P.O. Box 519 DATE: N-1612 Fredrikstad 2021 Norway LANGUAGE: www.sleipnergroup.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Product Spare Parts and Additional Resources ....21 Warranty statement ............21 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY MC_0020 Sleipner Motor AS P.O. Box 519, Arne Svendsensgt. 6-8 N-1612 Fredrikstad, Norway Declare that this product with accompanying standard control systems complies with the...
  • Page 3: Considerations And Precautions

    • If able ensure that stern-drives/ trim-tabs do not interfere with the water flow from the thruster as this can reduce the thrust effectiveness considerably. We recommend the use of our Sleipner cowls to enhance the performance and allow installation in shallow draft boats. Sleipner cowls will also minimise the effect if stern-drives/ trim-tabs obstruct the thruster.
  • Page 4: Thruster Measurements

    Thruster Measurements MC_0268 Measurement Measurement description code mm inch mm inch Mould Height 7,08 7,08 Tube Height 7,20 7,20 Width Length 24,8 24,8 *Valid for SX & SXP MG_0080 HydroPOD 35 & 50 6398 2021...
  • Page 5: Thruster Specifications

    - Electronic time-lapse device protects against sudden change of drive direction. - The electric thermal cut-off switch in electro motor protects against overheating (auto-reset when electro motor cools down). - Original Sleipner panels shut off automatically 6 minutes after last use. - Original SLeipner panels use child-safe double ON buttons.
  • Page 6: Control Box Technical Specifications

    Control Box Technical Specifi cations MC_0082 SX35 SX50 Operation volts: 12v. Max Current: 250A 380A Duty Cycle: Max ambient temp: 50ºc 50ºc Min ambient temp: -25ºc -25ºc Power supply cable: 35 - 70mm²/ AWG 2 - 00 35 - 70mm²/ AWG 2 - 00 Mount direction : 187 mm 7’36”...
  • Page 7: Positioning Of The Sx With Hydrodynamical Cover

    Positioning of the SX with Hydrodynamical Cover MC_0072 Aim to install the thruster as far forward/ Aft as possible Due to the leverage effect around the boats’ pivot point. The relative distance difference from the boat pivots’ point to the thruster will determine the amount of real thrust for the boats, rotation.
  • Page 8: Installation Considerations And Precautions

    • If able ensure that stern-drives/ trim-tabs do not interfere with the water flow from the thruster as this can reduce the thrust effectiveness considerably. We recommend the use of our Sleipner cowls to enhance the performance and allow installation in shallow draft boats. Sleipner cowls will also minimise the effect if stern-drives/ trim-tabs obstruct the thruster.
  • Page 9: Grids Or Cowls Assembly

    Grids or Cowls assembly MC_0074 1. Attach the cowls or grids with included bolts and washers. (NB: If installion of the cowls ensure the appropriate twist of the cowl to direct water away from obstacles) *Cowl Tighten 2Nm MG_0145 Tighten 2Nm HydroPOD 35 &...
  • Page 10: Tunnel Installation

    Tunnel Installation MC_0074 ! Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model ! Ensure to remove the plasic cover guard on the tunnel. Connect both ends of the tunnel to the thruster motor. All hooks must be completely interlocked making the inside of the tunnel smooth. (NB: Ensure tunnel moulding around the gear leg and tunnel top align.) IMPORTANT Ensure all snap-lock positions are correctly connected into place.
  • Page 11: Hydropod Modification

    Hydropod Modifi cation MC_0269 ! Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model ! Defi ne the location to install the thruster. (NB: Ensure internally the thruster will not obstruct any objects. Ensure cables internally do not obstruct any objects.
  • Page 12: Hydropod Installation

    Hydropod Installation MC_0269 ! Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model ! Temporally fasten the Hydro pod to the hull using the SX thruster bolts. Mark the remaining Hydro pod holes (1 rear, 2 front) and drill holes. Clean the area from dust for installation of the thruster.
  • Page 13: Propeller Installation

    Propeller Installation MC_0016 ! Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model ! Centre the drive pin and Insert the propeller onto the shaft spine. Rotate the propeller until the drive pin aligns with the internal slot in the propeller.
  • Page 14: Control Box Installation

    Control Box Installation MC_0075 ! Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model ! The control box is the central component that can be connected to several other control panels. The control box can be mounted in any orientation, preferably with cables facing down.
  • Page 15: Thruster Electrical Installation

    Thruster Electrical Installation MC_0035 ! Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model ! Information of electrical table. see next page - All power cable lengths represent the total length of the combined (+) and (-) cables. - Battery capacity is stated as minimum cold crank capacity, (CCA).
  • Page 16 Thruster Electrical Installation Control Cables Blue Hose Tighten to 4 NM # SX35 CONTROL BOX Thruster Thruster Thruster Thruster Tighten to Tighten to 5.6 NM 5.6 NM Temp switch NC Blue Hose (BLUE HOSE) Temp switch NC Tighten to *Only used for PRO systems 4 NM # SX50 CONTROL BOX Thruster...
  • Page 17: Electrical Specifications

    Electrical Specifi cations MC_0077 HydroPOD 35 & 50 6398 2021...
  • Page 18: Control Panel Cable Installation

    (NB: If two or more control panels are operated at the same time in opposite directions, the electronic control box will stop the thruster until it receives a single signal or thrust in one direction.) • Sleipner on/off equipment it is entirely “plug & play” and require no additional confi guration setup. See the Control panel manual for more information. Thruster Motor Ext.
  • Page 19: Control Panel Installation

    Control Panel Installation MC_0042 ! Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model ! Find a suitable location for the control panel where it does not obstruct or is obstructed by other devices. Install the control panel on a flat surface where it is easy to use.
  • Page 20: Pre-Delivery Checklist

    Pre-delivery Checklist MC_0081 ..Propeller is fastened correctly to the shaft... Propeller turns freely in tunnel... Primer and anti-fouling have been applied to the gear house and propeller but NOT on the anode or the gear house lid where the propeller is fastened...
  • Page 21: Service And Support

    10. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from country to country. Patents MC_0024 At Sleipner we continually reinvest to develop and offer the latest technology in marine advancements. To see the many unique designs we have patented visit our website www.sleipnergroup.com/patents HydroPOD 35 & 50...
  • Page 22 Notes MC_0037 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................HydroPOD 35 & 50 6398 2021...
  • Page 23 Notes MC_0037 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................HydroPOD 35 & 50 6398 2021...
  • Page 24 © Copyright Sleipner Motor AS, 2021 The information given in the document was correct at the time it was published. However, Sleipner Motor AS can not accept liability for any inaccuracies or omissions it may contain. Continuous product improvement may change the product specifi cations without notice.

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