Shockwave S5 User Manual
USER MANUAL
MARINE
SUSPENSION
MODULE
INCLUDED WITH YOUR S5 PURCHASE:
• SHOCKWAVE S5 Marine Suspension Module
• SHOCKWAVE S5 User Manual
• SHOCKWAVE S5 Drill Template
• Spacer Kit - 2 spacers to change
suspension module height
• 2 Product Cards -Warning Card and Care Instructions
• 2 Stickers – SHOCKWAVE (all purposes)
SHOCKWAVE EQUIPPED (for your boat)
ACCESSORIES SOLD SEPARATELY:
• SHOCKWAVE S5 Pump
• Corbin2 Seat
• Corbin2 Seat with Flip Bolster
• SHOCKWAVE S5 Swivel Slide, Swivel, Slide, and
Height Adjust
At SHOCKWAVE, we’ve proven that innovation
and attention to the highest safety standards can
protect boaters from the shock of wave impact.
As avid boaters ourselves, we understand what our
customers value most – and we create the best
marine suspension seats in the world to provide
a safer, more comfortable and exciting ride.
For customer inquiries and service support please
call +1.778.426.8544 or
email support@shockwaveseats.com
CUSTOMER SERVICE
ADDRESS 2074 Henry Ave. Sidney BC
Canada V8L 5Y1
WEBSITE www.shockwaveseats.com
SALES
+1.778.426.8545
RECEPTION +1.778.426.8546
HOURS 8AM to 5PM PST
JOIN THE SHOCKWAVE COMMUNITY
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USER MANUAL CONTENTS
MOUNTING YOUR SUSPENSION MODULE 4
SETTING UP THE SUSPENSION MODULE
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STEPS TO SET UP THE SUSPENSION MODULE 6
SHOCK COMPRESSION ADJUSTMENT SETTINGS 7
CHANGING SUSPENSION MODULE HEIGHT 8
REBOUND ADJUSTMENT 9
SERVICE TIPS 10
HOW TO VIDEOS 11
DRAWINGS AND EQUIPMENT LIST 12
SUSPENSION MODULE DRAWING (SW-05026) 13
ACCESSORIES 14
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES/TROUBLESHOOTING 15
GENERAL BOATING BEST PRACTICE AND SAFETY 16
CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS 17
WARRANTY AND WARRANTY POLICY 18
SHOCKWAVE COMMUNITY 19
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MOUNTING YOUR SUSPENSION MODULE
GETTING STARTED
Congratulations on your purchase of a SHOCKWAVE S5 Marine Suspension
Module. We hope you enjoy this new boating experience offering you access to
new possibilities on the water.
• There must be sufficient deck structure
to support the weight of seat and
occupant within the vessels
operational envelope
• Thin or weak decks or mounting boxes
should have large washers or fish plates
on the bolting surfaces, if needed, to
prevent fasteners from pulling through
• There must be no flex in the seat
mounting or deck plate when the seat
is loaded
• Do not attach any equipment to the
suspension module
• Do not mount the suspension module in
the middle of an unsupported deck plate
• Ensure that the movement of the
suspension module does not interfere
with the vessel structure or equipment
• Properly torque deck mount
and fasteners
• Check operation of suspension module
after installation as it must not bind
or stick
• Remove the two attached spacers from
your SHOCKWAVE S5 - these will be
required if you need to adjust to one of
the two additional ride height positions.
See page 8 for instructions on changing
suspension module height
• Through-bolt the suspension module
or bolt to stainless steel inserts bonded
into the deck or equivalent structure
The suspension module must not be modified.
We have created a series of ‘how to’
videos on our website to help you
install your SHOCKWAVE S5. Visit
www.shockwaveseats.com/howto
for more information.
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Strength of decks and deck mountings is the responsibility of the
boat builder or installer of the seats. SHOCKWAVE assumes no
liability for suspension modules that are incorrectly installed.
Incorrectly installed suspension modules can cause serious
injury or death and can cause damage to the vessel and the seat.
Prior to use be sure to pressurize the shock absorber! Do not
operate the seat without sufficient pressure in shock absorber or
serious injury and damage to the suspension module will result.
SETTING UP THE SUSPENSION MODULE
To achieve the best performance from the suspension module’s shock absorber, the pressure should be adjusted to attain
the proper sag setting. Sag is the amount the suspension compresses under the occupant’s weight and seat. Sag should be
set at 20% of total shock travel.
Warranty is void on suspension modules where incorrect
installation caused damage to the module.
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STEPS TO SET UP THE SUSPENSION MODULE
1 Turn the 3-position lever at the base of the shock
absorber to the SOFT position. See page 5.
2 Pressurize the shock absorber to 100 PSI and remove
the pump.
3 Cycle the shock absorber through its travel by
bouncing on the seat 5 times. This will equalize the
positive and negative air chambers.
4 Use the pump to pressurize the shock absorber
(in PSI) to match the weight in pounds (lbs), of the
occupant and seat. Remove the pump before step 5.
5 Cycle the shock absorber through its travel by
bouncing on the seat 5 times.
6 Push the red o-ring against the rubber air sleeve.
7 Gently sit on the seat.
8 Get out of the seat.
9 Check the sag percentage marking on the Shock
absorber shaft. Sag is correct if the o-ring sits at
the 20% mark.
10 If the sag value is not at the desired level, inflate
or deflate the shock absorber in 10 PSI increments
and repeat steps 5-8 until the desired sag level
is achieved.
Do not sit on the seat with the SHOCKWAVE S5 Pump attached!
Damage will occur to the shock and pump. Note, SHOCKWAVE
S5 PUMP sold separately.
Do not exceed 350 PSI. The maximum shock absorber pressure.
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