Steering System - Sea Ray 58 Sedan Bridge Owner's Manual

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TEERING YSTEM
The hydraulic power steering system (See figure
3.11.1) uses the boat's engines to provide the
"power" for the steering system, via a mechanical
or electrical motor driven hydraulic pump.
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 move 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.
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An engine room mounted oil reservoir 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.
REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL PACKET FOR
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.
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NCHORING
To anchor, bring the bow into the wind or current
and put the engine in neutral. When the vessel
comes to a stop, lower the anchor from the bow.
The anchor line should be 5 to 7 times the depth of
the water.
SINKING HAZARD – Anchor from the bow if using
one anchor. A small current can make a stern-
anchored boat unsteady; a heavy current can drag a
stern-anchored craft under water.
COLLISION HAZARD – Anchor only in areas where
your boat will not disrupt other boats. Do not anchor
in a channel or tie up to any navigational aid. It is
dangerous and illegal.
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A POWER STEERING HELM
B OIL RESERVOIR
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MECHANICAL OR ELECTRIC MOTOR
DRIVEN PUMP
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STEERING CYLINDER COMPLETE WITH
INTEGRAL SERVO, CYLINDER & POWER
STEERING VALVE
E OIL FILTER
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OIL COOLER
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