Starting The Generator; Hydraulic Power Steering (V-Drives) - Sea Ray 310 Sundancer Owner's Manual

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YDRAULIC OWER
The steering system on boats with v-drive engines
is a hydraulic power steering system (Figure 3.7.1).
The system 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.
An engine room mounted oil reservoir allows easy fill
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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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NOTICE
Pre-start generator prior to getting underway as there
is a possibility that it will not pick up water if started
underway. Make sure the MAIN GENERATOR breaker
is OFF and there is no load on the generator before
starting it.
Sea Ray strongly urges you to fully comply with
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the manual provided by the generator manufacturer.
The generator is warranted separately by the
generator manufacturer, NOT Sea Ray
recommended maintenance and warranty schedule
in your Generator Operator's Manual included in
the Owner's Manual Packet. Generator abuse or
improper maintenance may adversely affect claims
made under generator manufacturer separate
warranty.
!
DO NOT run the engine or generator in an enclosed area,
such as a closed boat house, as there is the possibility
of buildup and inhaling of carbon monoxide.
(Remote control switches are located on the
main distribution panel or local switches on the
generator.)
1. Check fuel tank levels.
2. Check oil and coolant levels.
See Generator Operator's
Manual for proper readings.
3. Check generator for coolant drain plug
installation.
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