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User Manual Including Installation For Control Panels 8950G, 8955G, 8960, 8965, 8940, 8909C 8950 G 8960 8940 8955 G 8965 8909C DOCUMENT ID: 3023 REVISION: 2025 DATE: LANGUAGE:...
Installation Manual Responsibility of the Installer....................8 Dimensions .......................... 9 Control Panel Installation....................11 Visual Wiring Diagram......................12 Sleipner Group waste disposal and recycling guide............14 Service and Support......................15 Product Spare Parts and Additional Resources............15 Warranty statement......................15 Patents..........................15...
Failure to follow instructions within this document will render all warranties given by Sleipner Motor as VOID. Warnings and situations requiring extra caution are outlined in the documentation. Take extra consideration when warnings are outlined.
1. Turn on the main power switch for the bow thruster. (NB: Always turn off the main power switch when not on-board.) 2. Turn on the control panel by pushing the/ both “ON” button(s) on the original Sleipner panel simultaneously.
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At any signifi cant cruising speed (+1-2 kn) the side thruster will have little effect to steer the vessel. Smart Shut-Off MC_0960a5 To avoid unintentional thruster operation, Sleipner control panels are programmed to shut-off automatically after approximately 6 minutes of inactivity. 3023 2025...
Panel Layout & Functions Engage 'Port' Engage 'Starboard' side thrust side thrust Control Panel 8950 'OFF' button to deactivate the control panel Double ‘ON’ buttons to activate the control panel Engage 'Port' Engage 'Starboard' side thrust side thrust Control Panel 8960 'OFF' button to deactivate the control panel...
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Panel Layout & Functions Move joystick Move joystick for for 'Port' bow 'Starboard' bow side thrust side thrust Control Panel 8940 Move joystick Move joystick for for 'Port' stern 'Starboard' stern side thrust side thrust 'OFF' button to deactivate the control panel Double ‘ON’...
If local regulation requires any electrical work to be performed by a licensed professional, seek a licensed professional. • When planning the installation of Sleipner products, ensure easy access to the products for future service and inspection requirements. For Sleipner Control systems: MC_0356a5 •...
Dimensions MC_0357a5 *8950 *8960 *8955 *8965 Measurement Measurement description code mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch Internal panel diameter cut out 51.8 51.8 51.8 51.8 panel diameter 3.39 3.39 Panel Height Panel width Raised height above the dashboard 0.26 75.3 2.96...
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Dimensions MC_0357a5 *8940 *8909C Measurement Measurement description code inch inch Internal panel diameter cut out 2.05 2.05 Panel Height 121.6 4.79 121.2 4.79 Panel width 71.6 Raised height above the dashboard 82.4 28.56 1.12 Depth behind the dashboard (not inc. cables) 41.5 1.63 41.5...
Control Panel Installation MC_0042a5 ! 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. Use the supplied cut-out template to mark the area to remove on your control dash.
MC_0848 Introduction: At Sleipner Group, we prioritize sustainability and encourage the repair and re-manufacturing of products to extend their life cycles. If disposal is necessary, please follow these guidelines to recycle and manage waste responsibly, ensuring our efforts align with environmental protection efforts.
Warranty statement MC_0024a5 Sleipner Motor AS (The “Warrantor”) warrants that the equipment (parts, materials and embedded software of products) manufactured by the Warrantor is free from defects in workmanship and materials for the purpose for which the equipment is intended and under normal use and service (the “Warranty”).
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