This document is intended to give details and guidance to a boat builder or equipment installer to install the Seakeeper, Inc. Model 7000A Stabilizing Gyro. The gyro is capable of producing loads up to 23.5 kN (5300 lbs.) on each foundation saddle and careful consideration should be given to foundation design to insure it is capable of transferring these loads into the hull.
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 2 of 10 Section 1: MECHANICAL INSTALLATION Precautions • Gyro flywheel is supported by precision bearings. Make certain while unpacking and lifting gyro assembly to NOT drop or impart mechanical shock as damage to bearings could result.
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Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 4 of 10 Section 1: MECHANICAL INSTALLATION Refer to Figure 2B for recommended clearances to transverse beams. If a transverse beam is located under the forward brace, it must be 3” (76 mm) from the edge of the saddle beams to provide the necessary clearance for the swing of the motor power cable during gyro precession.
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). The starboard saddle bond area is 310 (2002 cm Seakeeper has an optional installation jig available, P/N 90012, that is intended to duplicate the gyro foundation geometry in order to check clearances and alignment. The jig will allow the builder / installer to lay-up and adjust the foundation dimensions to create a low-clearance fit between the gyro foundation saddles and the hull structure.
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Noise/Soundproofing/Ventilation Gyro noise has been measured under steady state conditions (no wave load) in Seakeeper's lab and in our 43 ft Viking test boat. The steady state noise is typically in the range of 70-75 dB unweighted. As the...
8 of 10 Section 1: MECHANICAL INSTALLATION Unpacking Crate 1) Reference Seakeeper Drawing No. 90030, Model 7000A Hardware Scope of Supply for items that ship with the gyro. 2) Remove electrical components, cables, and misc. items and set aside. 3) Remove “tray” and packing materials that secure gyro assembly inside the crate.
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 9 of 10 Section 1: MECHANICAL INSTALLATION Installation of Gyro 1) Position Gyro near foundation. 2) Perform dry fit of gyro assembly over hull structure (no adhesive) to confirm that fit is good.
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Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 10 of 10 Section 1: MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 8) Thoroughly clean hull structure with appropriate solvent where the saddles will be bonded. 9) Apply adhesive to both the saddles and the hull structure in a manner that all gaps between the saddles and the hull structure will be filled with adhesive when the gyro is lowered into position.
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 1 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Introduction This section for electrical installation explains how to mount the electrical equipment and how to connect the electrical cables. Reference Drawings Reference Work Instructions 90030 Model 7000A Gyro Hardware Scope of Supply 020 Installation Instructions, 90023 Model 7000A Gyro Cable Block Diagram 24VDC Power Connector 90007 ...
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 2 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Electrical Equipment Mounting Precautions Each item of electrical equipment has specific mounting instructions. These instructions should be followed to insure proper function of the Model 7000A Gyro. Do NOT move gyro Control Box from its location or incorrect gyro operation will result. 1. MOTOR DRIVE JUNCTION BOX MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS a. Bulkhead space required: Approx. 19 W x 31 H inches (483 x 787 mm); b. Hardware required: Four mounting screws through two mounting brackets to primary vessel structure at four corners. Mounting hole diameter .219” (5.5 mm), See drawing 90007 for hole locations. Location: In dry space, optimal for cables and tubing, within 8.2 ft (2.5 m) from Gyro. c. Orientation: Not critical. 2. PCB GYRO CONTROL JUNCTION BOX MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS a.
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 3 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 4. KEYPAD MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS a. Console space required: Approx. 3.5 W x 4 H inches (89 x 102 mm) b. Mounting Instructions: Front mount to vessel console panel; 1.25" x 2.13" (31.8 mm x 54.0 mm) oval hole for wire harness; two 10‐32 screw holes; mount with 10‐32 locknuts, provided. See drawing 90035 for hole locations. c. Hardware Required: none. d. Maximum panel thickness: .4 inches (10 mm) e. Minimum panel thickness: .04 inches (1 mm) 5. DISPLAY MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS a. Console space required: Approx. 3 W x 3 H inches (76 x 76 mm) b. Mounting Instructions: Front mount to vessel console panel, 2.125 inch (54 mm) hole; with threaded mounting collar. See drawing 90009 for details. c. Hardware required: none. d. Maximum panel thickness: 1.38 inches (35 mm) e.
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Electrical Equipment Power Connections 1. 230 VAC POWER SOURCE REQUIREMENTS a. 230 VAC (nominal), 1 Phase, 50/60 Hz, 20 Amps. b. A separate circuit breaker should be used for each Motor Drive J‐Box. 2. 24 VDC POWER SOURCE REQUIREMENTS a. 24 VDC, 10 Amps. b. A separate breaker should be used for each Gyro Control Box. The vessel breaker should be labeled “Do Not Turn Off Except for Service”. 3. 24V DELAY‐OFF TIMER BOX a. The 24V Delay‐Off Timer Box (Seakeeper Part No. 20115) must be installed between the vessel breakers and the gyro system as shown in Figure 2. 3x10 AWG CA BLE 2 CUSTOME R MOTOR DRIVE GYRO AC 3x1 0AWG CUSTOMER SUPPLIED CUSTOMER DISCONNECT S UPP LIED...
FIGURE 4 – MOTOR DRIVE J‐BOX SAFETY GROUND CONNECTION iii. Tighten cable gland nut to compress strain relief onto cable. If cable is not tight, apply silicone to seal penetration into enclosure to protect internal components from corrosion. See Figure 5. b. Electromagnetic compatibility grounding by the external ground stud. Connect Cable 9, 4AWG Ground Cable (Seakeeper P/N: 20094), to Motor Drive JB from Gyro rear brace (factory installed at rear brace). CABLE GLAND NUT ...
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 6 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 5. GYRO CONTROL BOX POWER CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS a. 24 VDC, 10 Amps. 2 x 12AWG (3 x 4mm CSA) customer supplied. i. Install Seakeeper provided connector P/N: 30104 (Turck P/N: B4131‐0/13,5) on CABLE 1 using Work Instruction 020. FIGURE 7 – SEAKEEPER PROVIDED 24VDC POWER INPUT CONNECTOR ii. Connect CABLE 1 to J10 on PCB Gyro Control Box. J10 24 VDC Input ...
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 7 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Electrical Equipment Signal Connections 1. MOTOR DRIVE JUNCTION BOX CABLE a. Connect cables to the receptacles on the bottom of the Motor Drive Junction Box. These connectors come from the factory completely installed on the cables. i. J1: Motor Power, CABLE 10 from Gyro sphere. ii. J2: Drive Control, CABLE 14 from PCB Gyro Control Box. iii. J3: Motor Instrumentation, CABLE 11 from Gyro sphere. ...
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Breakout Box. 1. Install Seakeeper provided connector P/N: 30076 (Turck P/N: 8181‐0) on CABLE 5 using Work Instruction 018. ix. J9: Switched Outputs, CABLE 8 (4x22AWG w/ shield, max OD = 8mm, Customer supplied) to Alarm & Monitoring System and Seawater Pump Control Relay. FIGURE 10 – PCB GYRO CONTROL JUNCTION BOX CONNECTORS 1. Install Seakeeper provided connector P/N: 30078 (TurckP/N: 8141‐0) on CABLE 8 using Work Instruction 019. ...
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 9 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3. ALARM OUTPUT CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Do not connect J9 to voltage over 30VDC or damage may result. Do not connect J9 to AC voltage or damage may result. a. The Alarm output is one of 2 switched output signals at receptacle J9. This connector is shared with the Seawater Pump Control output. b. The Alarm output is volts‐free or dry contacts, meaning a control voltage must be connected to activate whatever alarm circuit is used. c. The Alarm output should go to the boat’s Alarm & Monitoring System or a suitable audible and visual alarm. Suggested wiring is shown in Figure 11. d. The Alarm output logic is: open contacts = Alarm or power is off 4. SEAWATER PUMP CONTROL CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS The seawater pump power must be on a separate circuit breaker from the Gyro Control Box 24VDC breaker and the Motor Drive J‐Box 230VAC breaker. Do not connect J9 to voltage over 30VDC or damage may result. Do not connect J9 to AC voltage, or damage may result. a. The Seawater Pump Control output is the other of 2 switched output signals at receptacle J9. This connector is shared with the Alarm output. b.
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 10 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION FIGURE 11 – ALARM OUTPUT AND SEAWATER PUMP CONTROL CONNECTIONS ...
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 11 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 5. GYRO TO VESSEL GROUND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS a. The Gyro foundation is connected to vessel ground. i. Install CABLE 15 (4AWG, Customer supplied) from one of the available brass ground studs on the Gyro rear brace to a suitable vessel ground. ii. iii. iv. v. vi. b.
Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 12 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Operator Station This section explains the connection between the Operator Station equipment and the Gyro Control Box. Reference Drawing 90023 Model 7000A Gyro Cable Block Diagram 1. DETERMINE LOCATION OF OPERATOR STATION a. The desired location of the Operator Station must be determined with respect to the vessel arrangement. ...
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90051 3 13 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 2. ROUTE SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS CABLE a. Customer supplied CABLE 5: 6x20AWG shielded cable with a maximum outer diameter of 8mm (0.315 inch). b. CABLE 5 must be routed and installed in the vessel between the PCB Gyro Control Box and the Operator Station. 3. INSTALL OPERATOR STATION EQUIPMENT a. The Operator Station equipment is installed at the determined location using Electrical Equipment Mounting Instructions in Section 2.1 steps 1 ‐ 6. 4. CONNECT OPERATOR STATION EQUIPMENT a. The Operator Station equipment is connected in accordance with the Cable Block Diagram, 90023. b. Install Seakeeper provided connector P/N: 30076 (Turck P/N: 8181‐0) on CABLE 5 using Work Instruction 018. ...
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 14 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Second Operator Station Connection This section explains how to connect the 2 Operator Station Kit. Reference Drawings 90040 Model 7000A Gyro 2 Operator Station Kit 90034 Model 7000A Gyro with 2 Operator Stations Cable Block Diagram 1. DETERMINE LOCATION OF 2 OPERATOR STATION a. The desired location of the 2 Operator Station must be determined with respect to the Operator Station and the vessel arrangement. b. Typical locations include: i. Flybridge ii. Engine room 2. DETERMINE CABLING ARRANGEMENT a. The figure below shows the entire serial communications link for 2 Operator Stations. The ...
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 15 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3. ROUTE 2 OPERATOR STATION CABLE a. Customer supplied CABLE 19 is the same cable material as CABLE 5: 6x20AWG shielded cable with a maximum outer diameter of 8mm (0.315 inch). b. CABLE 19 must be routed and installed in the vessel between the 1 and 2 Operator Stations. 4. INSTALL 2 OPERATOR STATION EQUIPMENT a. The 2 Operator Station equipment is installed at the determined location using Electrical Equipment Mounting Instructions in Section 2.1 steps 3 ‐ 6. ...
Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 16 of 16 Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Work Instructions Work Instruction 018 Installation Instructions, 8‐Pin Shielded EMC Connector Work Instruction 019 Installation Instructions, 4‐Pin Shielded EMC Connector Work Instruction 020 Installation Instructions, 24 VDC Power Connector ...
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WORK Product: M7000A Document #: 018 INSTRUCTIONS Process: Installation Instructions, 8-Pin Shielded EMC Connector Rev.: 2 Process Description: Component identification, cable preparation, and Page 1 of 4 connector installation for 8-pin all-metal, shielded connector. 8-Pin Shielded Serial Communications Connector for Gyro Control J-Box, Turck 8181-0 Connector Shielding Bell...
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WORK INSTRUCTIONS Page 2 of 4 Product: M7000A Document #: 018 Process: Installation Instructions, 8-Pin Shielded EMC Connector Rev.: 2 Step 3 - 7 Trim cable jacket as shown in cable preparation detail. Fold braided shield back over cable to expose inner conductors.
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WORK INSTRUCTIONS Page 3 of 4 Product: M7000A Document #: 018 Process: Installation Instructions, 8-Pin Shielded EMC Connector Rev.: 2 Steps 8 – 12 Position backshell, with shielding bell inside, over screw clamps and thread into connector Flare shield then insert seal behind shield (cutaway view of backshell on connector).
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WORK INSTRUCTIONS Page 4 of 4 Product: M7000A Document #: 018 Process: Installation Instructions, 8-Pin Shielded EMC Connector Rev.: 2 Serial Communications Cable Connections Note: Conductors “E” and “F” are reversed at Network Breakout Box Rear View of 8-Pin Shielded Connector Inside View of Network Breakout Box Terminals Note swapped wires above for terminals 5 &...
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WORK Product: M7000A Document #: 019 INSTRUCTIONS Process: Installation Instructions, 4-Pin Shielded EMC Connector Rev.: 2 Process Description: Component identification, cable preparation, and Page 1 of 4 connector installation for 4-pin all-metal, shielded connector. 4-Pin Shielded Switched Output Connector for PCB Gyro Control J-Box, Turck 8141-0 Connector Shielding Bell...
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WORK INSTRUCTIONS Page 2 of 4 Product: M7000A Document #: 019 Process: Installation Instructions, 4-Pin Shielded EMC Connector Rev.: 2 Step 3 - 7 Trim cable jacket as shown in cable preparation detail. Fold braided shield back over cable to expose inner conductors.
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WORK INSTRUCTIONS Page 3 of 4 Product: M7000A Document #: 019 Process: Installation Instructions, 4-Pin Shielded EMC Connector Rev.: 2 Steps 8 – 12 Position backshell, with shielding bell inside, over screw clamps and thread into connector Flare shield then insert seal behind shield (cutaway view of backshell on connector).
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WORK Product: M7000A Document #: 020 INSTRUCTIONS Process: Installation Instructions, 24VDC Power Connector for PCB Gyro Rev.: 1 Control J-Box Process Description: Component identification, cable preparation, and Page 1 of 3 connector installation for field-wireable power connector. 24VDC Power Cable Connector for PCB Gyro Control J-Box Turck B 4131-0/13,5 Connector Backshell...
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WORK INSTRUCTIONS Product: M7000A Document #: 020 Page 2 of 3 Process: Installation Instructions, 24VDC Power Connector for PCB Gyro Rev.: 1 Control J-Box Steps 3 - 8 3. Trim cable jacket as shown. 4. Strip insulation on wires as shown. 5.
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WORK INSTRUCTIONS Product: M7000A Document #: 020 Page 3 of 3 Process: Installation Instructions, 24VDC Power Connector for PCB Gyro Rev.: 1 Control J-Box Step 9 If label is used: Print adhesive-backed labels with appropriate text. Install on cable jacket approximately as shown below, then cover with clear, heat-shrinkable tubing.
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This section describes connection of glycol cooling hoses to drive enclosure, filling and purging of glycol circuit, and connection of seawater to heat exchanger. Reference Drawings 90030 Model 7000A Gyro Hardware Scope of Supply 90003 Model 7000 Gyro Cooling Schematic 90032 Model 7000A Gyro Assembly & Parts List 90023 Model 7000A Gyro Cable Block Diagram FIGURE 1 –...
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Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 2 of 9 Section 3: COOLING INSTALLATION FIGURE 2 – MODEL 7000A GYRO (hydraulic hoses removed for clarity) FIGURE 3 – J2 CABLE at J2 CONNECTOR FIGURE 4 – PUMP CONNECTOR...
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3) Slotted screwdriver 4) Razor knife or tube cutter 5) Glycol fill reservoir and 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) ID tube (Seakeeper Part No. 10353 - Glycol Fill Kit includes reservoir and tubing) Glycol Circuit Connections to Drive Enclosure 1) After mounting drive enclosure, route and secure hoses from gyro. Hoses may be cut to appropriate length.
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 4 of 9 Section 3: COOLING INSTALLATION 3) Use hose clamps to secure hoses. TO GYRO FROM HYD MANIFOLD Procedure for Filling and Purging Glycol Circuit Start with connector J2 on the Gyro Control Box disconnected to prevent running the glycol pump without fluid.
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 5 of 9 Section 3: COOLING INSTALLATION Set service valves open and recirculate valve closed as shown below.
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6 of 9 Section 3: COOLING INSTALLATION Elevate reservoir ABOVE the top of the gyro OR the Motor Drive J-Box, whichever is higher. Open glycol spigot on reservoir. For Seakeeper reservoir, open position is with valve at 90° as OPEN shown below.
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 7 of 9 Section 3: COOLING INSTALLATION On Display, repeatedly press MENU button to scroll to the Service screen. Press DOWN button three times to select Brake. Then press MENU button to go to the Brake Screen.
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Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 8 of 9 Section 3: COOLING INSTALLATION Manually precess gyro back and forth through full stroke as shown while glycol is recirculating to reservoir. Bubbles should appear in return hose. Continue until bubbles are no longer observed and finish with an additional three full stroke precession cycles.
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Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 9 of 9 Section 3: COOLING INSTALLATION Thermal Valve should always be in full CW position. The reservoir may now be disconnected from the cooling circuit by removing the hoses at the glycol service ports.
This section describes the first startup of the gyro. Gyro will be run at 1000 rpm and 9700 rpm to check system operation. Also reference Seakeeper Document # 90052, Model 7000A Gyro Operation Manual. • Before continuing, the area around the gyro must be clear of personnel and equipment! •...
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Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 2 of 3 Section 4: STARTUP 4) Turn on the boat’s AC or DC circuit breaker that supplies power to the sea water pump. 5) Repeatedly press the MENU button on the Display to scroll through screens. Check for correct indication of: Gyro Angle –...
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Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 3 of 3 Section 4: STARTUP 11) Repeatedly press the MENU button to return to the SPEED COMMAND screen. Press the UP button twice on display to change the speed to 9700 rpm. Gyro will continue to spool up until reaching 9700 rpm.
Mechanical .8 gal (3L) glycol Cooling .8 gal (3L) distilled water Cooling Glycol Fill Kit (includes reservoir and tubing) Seakeeper Part No. 10353 Cooling Clamps for reservoir hoses 3/8" (9.5 mm) hose barb Cooling Hose clamps for seawater plumbing to 1/2" (12.5 mm) hose...
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Product: Document #: Rev: Page: INSTALLATION MANUAL MODEL 7000A GYRO 90051 4 of 4 Section 5: INSTALLATION CHECKLIST AND SUPPLIES List of common tools that may be required for installation Item Description Wire cutter Power, serial comm cables Wire stripper...
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