SeaSTAR OPTIMUS EPS Quick Reference Manual

Optimus ElEctrOnic pOwEr stEEring (Eps) Quick rEfErEncE guidE

priOr tO EvEry usE

Perform a system inspection as outlined below. Refer to the User's
Manual for further details.
1. Check steering fluid level in all steering pumps.
Each Optimus hydraulic pump has a steering fluid reservoir.
Ensure the fluid level is between the MIN and MAX marks on
the reservoir as shown in the figure below. Use only SeaStar
Electronic Power Steering Fluid in the Optimus EPS System.
2. verify immediate steering response when turning steering
wheel(s).
3. Inspect all steering hoses, fittings and mechanical and
electrical cables for wear, kinks, or leaks.
4. Check for binding, loose, worn or leaking steering or shift/
throttle control components.
5. verify proper shift and throttle response for all control levers.
6. Check that no alarms or warnings are shown on the
CANtrak display.
wArning: do not operate the boat if any component is
not in proper working condition.

during usE

1. wEAR A COASt gUARd-APPROvEd PERSONAl FlOtAtION
dEvICE (PFd).
2. Attach engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your pfd.
3. Never allow anyone not familiar with the operation of the
steering system to operate the boat at ANY time.

AftEr usE

Rinse off steering cylinder thoroughly, using only fresh, clean
water. dO NOt rinse PCM or pumps.
PLEASE NOTE: Optimus 360
display shown. Gear position
is not shown on EPS display.
displAy
• Adjust display brightness
mEnu
• settings* – Set steering parameters such
as number of turns and steering effort.
* Menu may be deactivated. Contact your dealer.
• faults – view active faults (see reverse).
• system Health – view the status of all
devices on the network.
good
warning, but operational
Failed
?
Not found
• devices – Access product information, such
as part number and serial number, for each
device on the network.
wArning: proceed with caution after
Any setting change.

cAntrak displAy nAvigAtiOn

wOrd or idEntifiEs A
symBOl functiOn Or sEtting
Moves the cursor up the screen to
the next item.
Moves the cursor down the screen
to the next item.
Enters the sub-menu at the cursor
location.
Reduces the setting of the
selected item.
Increases the setting of the
selected item.
Accepts a given statement or condition
Ok
and advances to the next screen.
Returns to previous menu.
save
Saves changes.
read the Optimus Book 51
(Eps Operation and user manual)
before use.
PLEASE KEEP ON BOAT
OvEr