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CHAPTER 3: COMPONENTS / SYSTEMS
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Steering System
Your yacht's steering system is
manual hydraulic, not power steer-
ing. At no time should you expect
this system to turn as easily as a
car's power steering.
A rhythmic pulsing when turning
the wheel is a characteristic of the
pump and is not a malfunction.
Also, when coming off a hard-over
position, resistances may be felt,
followed by a distinct sound. This is
a normal situation resulting from the
release of the check valve.
The fluid reservoir for the hydraulic
steering system is located in the aft
end of the engine compartment. Fol-
low instructions in your yacht's
owner's packet and on the reservoir.
Check the fluid level and pressure
regularity.
Rudder Stuffing Gland
The rudder stuffing gland is part of the assembly where the rudders emerge from the bottom of the boat. It is very
similar to the propeller shaft stuffing box and will require the same maintenance. Since it does not receive the same
wear as the propeller shaft, repacking is seldom required. This shaft stuffing gland should not leak any water.
Wash down System (option)
The outlet for the raw
water (seawater) wash
down system is located
on the port side of the
cockpit. The seacock and
pump for the wash down
system can be accessed
through the port cockpit
floor hatch. Open the
seacock before turning
the system on.
3788 Motoryacht • Owner's Manual Supplement
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