Jackplate Installation; Parts & Tools - Dometic Seastar JackPlate Installation And Owner's Manual

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WARNING
Failure to adhere to these
instructions may result in loss of
boat control, leading to possible
ejection from vessel causing
property damage, personal injury
and/or death.
WARNING
The use of 6 mounting bolts is
recommended for installations
of Jackplates with 10" or 12"
setbacks or for outboard engines
with output greater than 250HP.
NOTICE
WARNING
In the absence of engine supplied
hardware, bolts must conform to
ASTM F593C and have a minimum
yield strength of 55,000 psi.
WARNING

2.0 JACKPLATE INSTALLATION

Before proceeding with the installation, read these instructions
thoroughly. Dometic cannot accept responsibility for installations
where instructions have not been followed, where substitute
parts have been used, or where modifications have been made
to our products.
2.1 Parts & Tools
If you have questions or feel that you can not properly install this
hydraulic Jackplate, STOP immediately and call Technical Support
at 604-248-3858.
INCLUDED PARTS
[1] Jackplate
[2] Relay Wiring Harness
[3] Rocker Switch
[4] 3 x Spade Terminals
OTHER CONNECTION HARDWARE (NOT SUPPLIED)
• Marine sealant suitable for below waterline use.
Jackplate to Transom Connection:
• Stainless steel outboard engine bolts supplied by or approved by
the engine manufacturer.
• Stainless steel washers supplied by or approved by the engine
manufacturer.
• Brass nuts with nylon locking elements supplied by or approved
by the engine manufacturer.
If setback is 10" or more and/or outboard engine output is greater
than 250 HP, the use of 6 sets of mounting hardware to mount the
Jackplate to the transom is recommended. Refer to warning.
Outboard Engine to Jackplate Connection:
• Stainless steel outboard engine bolts supplied by or approved by
the engine manufacturer.
• Stainless steel washers supplied by or approved by the engine
manufacturer.
• Brass nuts with nylon locking elements supplied by or approved
by the engine manufacturer.
If the outboard engine manufacturer has supplied installation
instructions, those guidelines MUST be followed during installation.
OTHER TOOLS, EQUIPMENT
• Floor crane/Overhead hoist
• Torque wrench
• Outboard engine lifting eye
• Mounting screws for relays
• 16 AWG wire and inline 10A fuse
(For switch power line installation.)
• Engine mounting hardware
(
As supplied/recommended by engine
manufacturer.)
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