INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
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To the Installer and End
User (Owner)
Thank you for choosing a SeaStar Manual Jackplate by SeaStar
Solutions. These Installation Instructions contain all the information
that you and others will require for the safe installation and use of
your Jackplate. Throughout this manual, information for the safe
installation and operation of the Jackplate will be distinguished in
one of the following ways;
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
NOTICE
Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in severe personal
injury or death.
Failure to adhere to a warning may lead to loss of vessel control,
leading to possible ejection from the vessel causing property
damage, personal injury and/or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor injury or
product or property damage.
Important information in regards to installation, use and maintenance
of the SeaStar Jackplate.
Marine Canada Acquisition Inc. DBA SEASTAR SOLUTIONS is
referred to as SeaStar Solutions throughout this publication.
These safety alerts alone cannot eliminate all of the hazards that
may
be present while on the water. SeaStar Solutions
recommends that all users of the Jackplate take an accredited
'boating
made aware of the environment that they will be in.
safety course',
follow safe boating practices and are
INDEX
1.0 Safety Information ......................................................... 1
1.1 Before Installation .................................................... 1
1.2 During Installation ..................................................... 1
1.3 Prior to Each Use ...................................................... 2
1.4 During Use ............................................................... 2
1.5 After Use ................................................................. 2
1.6 Maintenance ............................................................ 2
2.0 Jackplate Installation ..................................................... 3
2.1 Parts & Tools ............................................................ 3
2.2 Mount Jackplate to Boat ........................................... 4
2.3 Mount Outboard to Jackplate ..................................... 6
2.4 Adjusting the Jackplate ............................................. 8
2.5 Clearance Checks ..................................................... 9
3.0 Warranty ..................................................................... 11
3.1 Statement of Limited Warranty................................. 11
3.2 Return Goods Procedure ......................................... 11
3.3 Technical Support ................................................... 11
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a SeaStar Manual Jackplate.
You have chosen to install one of the sleekest and most durable
engine Jackplates available. Prepare for increased performance,
gains in fuel economy and the ability to run in shallow water.
TRANSOM SIDE OF JACKPLATE ENGINE SIDE OF JACKPLATE
Figure 1. SeaStar Manual Jackplate.
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1.0 SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
The safety information provided throughout this publication is
intended to inform you of the dangers that may be present during
installation and use. It is critical that you read and understand
ALL the points noted.
If you have any questions regarding any of these warnings, contact
SeaStar Solutions.
1.1 Before Installation
The safe operation of the SeaStar Jackplate is dependent upon proper
installation and maintenance, common sense, safe judgment and
the knowledge/expertise of the operator. Every installer/user of the
Jackplate should know the following requirements before installing/
using the SeaStar Jackplate.
Read and understand the Installation and Owner's Manual provided
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with your motor, steering system, and associated components.
2. Ensure that all components required to complete the installation
are on hand.
3. SeaStar components are highly engineered and safety tested to
ensure system integrity; DO NOT substitute any component with
non-SeaStar components as this may compromise system
performance/reliability.
4. Comply with all system ratings/regulations (boat/engine, U.S.C.G.).
WARNING
The MAXIMUM supported dry engine weight is 585 lbs.
1.2 During Installation
1. Install components as directed in all Installation Instructions.
2. DO NOT modify or substitute any component in any way.
3. Confirm that there is no interference between the SeaStar
Jackplate(s) and the steering cylinder(s), tiebars, steering hoses,
outboard engine, outboard engine hoses or any combination of
these parts by performing the CLEARANCE CHECKS as detailed
in Section 2.5.
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1.3 Prior to Every Use
1. Inspect the Jackplate(s) for damage, cracks, deformation, wear
and binding. Check for loose mounting bolts and/or nuts.
2. Confirm that there is no interference between the SeaStar
Jackplate(s) and the steering cylinder(s), tiebars, steering hoses,
outboard engine, outboard engine hoses or any combination of
these parts by performing the CLEARANCE CHECKS as detailed
in Section 2.5.
DO NOT OPERATE BOAT IF ANY COMPONENT IS NOT IN PROPER
WORKING CONDITION.
1.4 During Use
To reduce risk of severe injury or death, always wear a Coast Guard
Approved personal flotation device (PFD) and use an engine shutoff cord (lanyard).
CAUTION
CAUTION
Damage to outboard will occur if proper water pressure is not
maintained while the boat is under way. Raising the outboard too
high will result in a water pressure drop and overheating of your
outboard engine will occur. Proper water pressure must be
maintained at all times during operation of the outboard.
DO NOT attempt to steer with the engine at full tilt. Damage to
the Jackplate(s) and/or steering components could occur.
1.5 After Use
1. Rinse off Jackplate(s) thoroughly using fresh, clean water only.
- Cleaning fluids containing ammonia, acids or any other corrosive
ingredients MUST NOT be used for cleaning any part of the
Ja c k p l a t e (s) .
1.6 Maintenance
WARNING
Any work being performed with this system MUST be completed
by a qualified mechanic with a working knowledge of the system.
After FIRST use and every 100 hours or 6 months thereafter
(whichever comes first).
1. Ensure the transom bolts and engine bolts are torqued to their
recommended values.
2. Inspect the Jackplate(s) for damage, cracks, wear and binding.
Inspect the Jackplate brackets, adjustment screw and sliding
mechanism.
DO NOT OPERATE BOAT IF ANY COMPONENT IS NOT IN PROPER
WORKING CONDITION.
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2.0
JACKPLATE INSTALLATION
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.
Before proceeding with the installation, read these instructions
thoroughly. SeaStar Solutions 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
manual Jackplate, STOP immediately and call Technical Support at
604-248-3858.
REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
• Floor crane/Overhead hoist
• Torque wrench
• Outboard engine lifting eye
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
ma nufactur er.
• Brass nuts with nylon locking elements supplied by or approved
by the engine manufacturer.
• Engine and Jackplate mounting
hardware
(See below.)
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
NOTICE
WARNING
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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
ma nufactur er.
• 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 M UST be followed during installation.
The use of a transom stiffener for the top bolts on the transom
side of the jackplate-to-transom connection is recommended.
Check the outboard engine manufacturer’s instructions carefully
for specifications regarding connection hardware. Ensure the
outboard engine manufacturer’s requirements are followed.
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2.2 Mount Jackplate to Boat
NOTICE
The following procedure outlines the process of first mounting the
Jackplate on the boat, followed by installing the engine to the
Jackplate. If desired, the Jackplate can first be installed on the
engine, followed by installation on the boat. The order of installation
may be altered but individual steps must be followed and all
warnings and cautions must be followed.
1. PRIOR to mounting the Jackplate to the transom, insert the
engine bolts with washers into the engine side of the Jackplate.
2.
Using connection hardware supplied by or approved by the outboard
engine manufacturer, mount the Jackplate to the transom.
TRANSOM SIDE OF JACKPLATE
ENGINE SIDE OF
JACKPLATE
INSERT 4X ENGINE BOLTS AND WASHERS
PRIOR TO MOUNTING JACKPLATE TO TR ANSOM
Figure 2. Engine bolt insertion.
3. Seal all holes in the transom with an appropriate marine sealant.
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WARNING
Use of non-approved bolts, nuts
and washers may lead to
separation of engine from boat.
Figure 3. Jackplate to transom connection.
WARNING
Follow the outboard engine manufacturer’s recommendations for
tightening torque.
4 X BOLT
4 X NUT WITH NYLON
LOCK ING FEATURE
4 X WASHER OR TR ANSOM
4 X WASHER
JACKPLATE TRANSOM
BRACKET
Figure 4. Jackplate to transom connection.
STIFFENER
NOTE
ALL HARDWARE TO BE SUPPLIED
OR APPROVED BY THE OUTBOARD
ENGINE MANUFACTURER
TRANSOM
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4. Using a torque wrench, tighten the nuts to the manufacturer’s
recommended torque.
Record the torque values here for future reference.
ft-lbs. Nm.
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2.3 Mount Outboard to Jackplate
1. Using an appropriate hoist and lifting eye, lift the outboard
into place.
2. Select the hole set on your outboard engine that will best suit
the boat and application.
3. Move the engine forward on the hoist while feeding the bolts
into the mounting holes.
4.
Install the washers and nuts and tighten. Ensure approved bolts,
nuts and washers are used. See Section 2.1.
5. Using a torque wrench, tighten to 90 ft-lbs. (122 Nm) or to
engine manufacturer's recommended value for installation on
Jackplate.
WARNING
All engine mounting hardware
must conform to the standards
specified in Section 2.1.
WARNING
The MAXIMUM supported dry
engine weight is 585 lbs.
CAUTION
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WASHER
NUT
Figure 5. Outboard installation.
Perform the Clearance Checks prior to water testing. See Section 2.5.
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WASHER
NUT
NOTE:
ALL HARDWARE TO BE
SUPPLIED OR APPROVED
BY THE OUTBOARD ENGINE
MANUFACTURER
OUTBOARD ENGINE
MIDSECTION
BOLT
JACKPLATE ENGINE
BRACKET
WASHER
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Figure 6. Outboard Engine to Jackplate connection.
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2.4 Adjusting the Jackplate
WARNING
Never make adjustments to the Jackplate while the engine is running.
1. Ensure that engine is turned off and battery is disconnected.
2. Loosen locking bolts on both port and starboard sides of
Jackplate (4 total).
3. Loosen locking nut located under adjustment screw.
4. Move Jackplate up or down by turning adjustment screw.
Using the scale on the side of the Jackplate, move plate in
1/8” to 1/4” increments.
5. Torque locknut to 70 ft-lb.
6. Torque locking bolts on both port and starboard sides of
Jackplate (4 total) to 25 ft-lb.
7. Assess boat operation and readjust Jackplate position as
necessary to achieve optimum vessel performance under a
variety of water conditions and operation (speed, turns, etc).
ADJUSTING SCREW
LOCKING NUT
WARNING
CAUTION
LOCKING
BOLT S X4
SCALE
ENGINE SIDE OF
JACKPLATE
TRANSOM SIDE
OF JACKPLATE
Figure 7. Jackplate Adjustments.
Operation of vessel at some Jackplate positions may lead to loss
of vessel control, leading to possible ejection from the vessel
causing property damage, personal injury and/or death.
Damage to outboard will occur if proper water pressure is not
maintained while the boat is under way. Raising the outboard too
high will result in a water pressure drop and overheating of
engine will occur. Proper water pressure must be maintained at
all times during operation of the outboard.
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2.5 Clearance Checks
WARNING
WARNING
Interference with any object MUST
be corrected prior to use.
Jackplate clearance checks MUST be completed after installation
and before use. Failure to adhere to this warning may result in the
loss of vessel control, leading to possible ejection from vessel
causing property damage, personal injury and/or death.
1. With the Jackplate at its intended operating position, verify
full steering travel through the entire trim range.
2. CAREFULLY tilt the engine and verify that no interference
occurs as the outboard engine is tilted. Check for interference
between the SeaStar Jackplate and the steering cylinder(s),
tiebars, steering hoses, outboard engine, engine hoses or any
other components.
3. If any interference exists, action must be taken to do one of
the following:
a. Establish the minimum operating position of the Jackplate at
a height which avoids interference under these conditions.
b. Add a tilt limiter device to the outboard engine and ensure it
is set to prevent the engine from reaching a position where
interference is possible.
c. Move the engine up to a higher set of mounting bolt holes.
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3.0 WARRAN T Y
3.1 Statement of Limited Warranty
We warrant to the original retail purchaser that Marine Canada
Acquisition Inc. DBA SEASTAR SOLUTIONS (herein forward referred
to as SeaStar Solutions) products have been manufactured free
from defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty is effective
for two years from date of purchase, excepting that where SeaStar
Solutions products are used commercially or in any rental or income
producing activity, then this warranty is limited to one year from the
date of purchase.
We will provide replacement product without charge, for any SeaStar
Solutions product meeting this warranty, which is returned (freight
prepaid) within the warranty period to the dealer from whom such
product were purchased, or to us at the appropriate address. In such
a case SeaStar Solutions products found to be defective and covered
by this warranty, will be replaced at SeaStar Solutions’ option, and
returned to the customer.
The above quoted statement is an extract from the complete SeaStar
Solutions products warranty statement. A complete warranty policy
is available in our SeaStar Solutions products catalogue.
3.2 Return Goods Procedure
Prior to returning product to SeaStar Solutions under warranty, please
obtain a Return Goods Authorization number (claim number).
Be sure to label the goods with:
a) the name and address of the sender, and
b) the return goods authorization number (claim number)
Please address the returned goods as follows:
RGA # ?
Sierra International
1 Sierra Place
Litchfield, IL 62056
3.3 Technical Support
Phone: 604-248-3858
email: seastar@seastarsolutions.com
Hours: Monday to Friday 05:00 – 15:30 PST
Web: www.seastarsolutions.com
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