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Sleipner Motor AS 2015
SE170/250TC IP
Ignition Protected
thruster assembly
SLEIPNER MOTOR AS
P.O. Box 519
N-1612 Fredrikstad
Norway
Tel: +47 69 30 00 60
Fax: +47 69 30 00 70
Installation and user manual
www.side-power.com
sidepower@sleipner.no
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SIDE-POWER
Thruster Systems
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Technical specications ............................................................. 2
Planning & important precautions.............................................. 3
Stern thruster installation considerations................................... 3
Bolt on installation .................................................................... 4
Mould on installation ................................................................. 5
Gearhouse and motorbracket .................................................... 6
Oil tank & propellers ................................................................. 7
Electromotor IP assembly .......................................................... 8
Electrical installation ................................................................. 9
Control panel and control-leads............................................... 10
Visual wiring diagram .............................................................. 11
Technical wiring diagram ........................................................ 12
Electrical installation of stern thruster systems ........................12
Checklist .................................................................................. 13
Important user precautions ...................................................... 14
How to use Sidepower thrusters.............................................. 15
Maintenance ............................................................................ 16
Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 17
Warranty statement ................................................................ 18
Parts list ................................................................................... 19
Service centres ....................................................................... 20
Contents
Motor: Custom made reversible DC-motor.
Gearhouse: Seawater resistant bronze. Angular contact ball bearing at propeller shaft and combination of ball bearing and
needle bearing at driveshaft.
Motor bracket: Seawaterresistant aluminium.
Ignition protection: Conforms to ISO 8846
Propeller: 5-blade skewback "Q-prop" propeller., berglass reinforced composite.
Batteries:
Minimum recommended battery capacity (cold crank capacity by DIN standard)
SE170/250TC. 500CCA DIN/950 CCA SAE
Max. use: S2 = 3 min. or appr. 7-10% within a limited time frame. All electromotors are protected against overheating.
Safety
:
Electronic time-lapse device protects against sudden change of drive direction. Electric thermal cut-off switch in
electro motor protects against over heating (auto reset when electromotor cools down).
Flexible coupling between electro motor and driveshaft protects electromotor and gearsystem if propeller gets
jammed.
If original Sidepower panel is used, the panel shuts off automatically 6 minutes after last use.
Integrated microprocessor monitors solenoids, reducing wear and risk of solenoid lock-in. Auto-stop of thruster in
case of accidental solenoid lock-in or if run signal is continuous for more than 3 minutes.
Technical specications
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, Sleipner Motor AS
P.O. Box 519
N-1612 Fredrikstad, Norway
declare that this product with accompanying
standard remote control systems complies with the
essential health and safety requirements according
to the Directive 89/336/EEC of 23 May 1989
amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC.
Sleipner Motor AS constantly seek ways of improving
specications, design and production. Thus, alterations
take place continuously. Whilst every effort is made to
produce up-to-date and detailed literature - minor changes,
some details of the physical shapes or printing errors
might occur so that it is important that you physically
check space requirements and layout in the boat before
starting to install the product in a conned space.
Responsible installer must
consider and facilitating
enough space and access
regarding installation,
service and maintenance
of the thruster.
Waterline
II
III
IV
I
V
VI
Stern thruster I II III
min
IV
max
V VI Tunnel
(mm • in) Length
SE170/250TC IP 417 • 16.4 340 • 13.4 250 • 9.84 60 • 2.36 200 • 7.8 350 • 13.8 350 • 13.87
SE170/250TC IP
Thrust at 10.5V/21V*
(kg • lbs)
Thrust at 12V/ 24V*
(kg • lbs)
Typical boat size
(ft • m)
Tunnel I.D.
(mm • in)
Propulsion system
Power at 10.5V/21V*
(kw • Hp)
For DC system
(V)
Weight
(kg • lbs)
Rec. CCA
(DIN** 12/24V)
Item Code 12V
Item Code 24V
Item Code 12V PRO*
Item Code 24V PRO*
170 • 374
210 • 462
50’ - 72’ • 15 - 22
250 • 9.8’’
Twin Counter rot.
8 • 10.7
24
44 • 97
- / 550
SE170/250TC(-IP)
SEP170/250TC(-IP)
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Prior to installation, it is important that the installer reads this guide to ensure necessary acquaintance with this product.
The electromotor assembly must be handled carefully. Do not lift it by the internal connections or put it down on the driveshaft.
Beware to keep installation within adviced measurements.
We advice to paint the gearhouse and propellers with antifouling. PS! Do not paint the zinc anodes, sealings or propellershafts.
Do not nish the inside of the tunnel with a layer of gelcoat / topcoat or similar. It is only room for a thin layer of primer and two layers
of anti-fouling between the tunnel and the props.
With the boat on land, only run the thruster for a fraction of a second, as without resistance it will accelerate very fast to a damaging
rpm. Also, while the thruster is in air, make sure that the propellers have come to a complete stop before performing a direction
change of the thruster, as it does cause damage to the thruster.
This manual is intended to support educated / experienced staff and is therefore not sufcient in all details for the correct installation.
The thruster IP assembly has been tested to be fully ignition protected so that it can be installed in an area with the possibility of
explosive gases in accordance to ISO 8846.
Do not install the thruster in a position where you need to cut a stiffener/stringer/support for the hull integrity without checking with the
boatbuilder that this can be safely done.
When installed in boats approved or classied according to international or special national rules, the installer is responsible for
following the demands in accordance with these regulations / classication rules. The instructions in this guide can not be guaranteed
to comply with all different regulations / classication rules.
NB ! Faulty installation of the tunnel, thruster or panel will render all warranty given by Sleipner Motor AS void.
Planning and important precautions
To achieve maximum effect, reliability and durability from your Sidepower stern thruster, a correct installation is very important.
Please follow the instructions carefully, and make sure that all checkpoints are carefully controlled.
Additional considerations for positioning of the stern thruster
Make sure that the stern-tunnel does not disturb the waterow under the hull
Ensure that when installed the thruster does not foul existing equipment inside the boat like steerage links etc.
Make sure that the water ow from the thruster are not interfered to much by sterndrives, trimtabs etc. as this will reduce the thrust
considerably.
It is possible to mount the tunnel off the boat’s centre line if necessary.
If the stern thickness is to much for the thruster in question you can easily remove hull material in the necessary area to t the
thruster. You only have to reduce the stern thickness down to the max. thickness measurement in the drawing.
Stern thruster installation considerations
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Fig. 1
Bolt on installation of the stern tunnel
1. Make sure that there are enough space both inside and outside the transom of the boat.
2. Once the place for the installation has been decided, hold the
tunnel in place in the horizontal position and mark the bolt
holes. Remove the tunnel and it is then possible to calculate
and mark the centre.
3. It is important that the tunnel ange sits ush on the transom.
If this is not so, then the area on the transom will have to be
attened to ensure a snug t.
PS ! Take care with grinders as it is very easy to remove to
much in breglass
At this time, cut out the centre hole and the transom to the
same internal diameter as the tunnel ange and drill the bolt
holes. Before bolting on the stern tunnel, the prepared area
must be sealed with a gelcoat or similar to ensure there is no
water ingress into the hull.
4. Before tting the tunnel to the transom, t the lower gear leg
to the tunnel as described on page 6. We recommend that
you t the oil feed pipe also before the tunnel is bolted to the
transom.
5. When tting the tunnel, ensure that there is ample sealant
(Sikaex or similar) in the sealing tracks of the tunnel ange
and around the bolts to make a water tight tting (Fig. 1/2).
Bolts, washers and nuts are not included as they will wary de-
pending on the transom thickness We recommend A4 stainless with A4 lock nuts and A4 washers of a large diameter on
both outside and inside.
Bolts diameter: ø 10mm or 3/8” stainless steel
6. Refer to the installation manual for the recommended thruster
tting.
If a bow thruster is also installed, we strongly advice to
use separate battery banks for the two thrusters to avoid
extreme voltage drop if both thrusters are to be used at the
same time. Refer to the thruster manuals for advised battery
capacity and cable sizes for each thruster.
Also ensure that you do not have direct connections of both +
and - if you have built together controls for both thrusters to
avoid current leakage between separate battery banks.
If you are installing the standard Sidepower dual joystick
panel this is already secured.
Fig. 2
SEALANT
WASHERS
LOCKNUT OR
DOUBLE NUTS
SEALANT
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Boat transom Boat transom
Stern tunnel
Grind off the bolt ange and
the gelcoat both inside and out-
side in the areas shown.
Fig. 1
Mould on installation of the stern tunnel
1. Make sure that there are enough space both inside and outside the transom of the boat.
2. Cut of the bolting ange on the stern-tunnel
3. Grind off the gelcoat both inside and outside the remaining
“tube” atleast 10 cm down on the “tube” (Fig. 1).
4. Offer the stern tunnel to the desired position on the transom
and mark around the tube.
5. Cut the marked hole in the transom of the boat.
6. Grind off the gelcoat on the transom of the boat in an area of
atleast 10 cm / 4” around the hole, both outside and inside
(Fig. 1).
7. Offer the stern tunnel to the transom in the desired horizontal
position, then bond to the transom with multi layers matt both
inside and outside (Fig. 2).
Take care not to reduce the internal diameter much, as this
will make it more difcult to mount the thruster
8. Apply gelcoat or similar on all bonded areas.
9. Install the gear leg on the stern-tunnel as described in the
installation manual for the thruster but t the oil feed pipe rst.
10. Basic installation of the motor assembly and electrical installation are described later in this manual.
Fig. 2
If a bow thruster is also installed, we advice to use seper-
ate battery banks for the two thrusters to avoid extreme
voltage drop if both thrusters were to be used at the same
time. Refer to the thruster manuals for advised battery
capacity and cable sizes for each thruster.
Also ensure that you do not have direct connections of
both + and - if you have built together controls for both
thrusters to avoid current leakage between separate battery banks.
If you are installing the standard Sidepower dual joystick
panel this is already secured.
Bond multiple layers both in-
side and outside
Boat transom Boat transom
Stern tunnel
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Fitting gearhouse and motor bracket
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
A
G
E
A
R
O
I
L
E
P
9
0
3
4
1
2
1. Make sure that there is some oil or grease on the O-rings in the motor bracket before mounting it together with the gearhouse, as
no lubrication could cause serious damage to the O-rings.
2. Push the gearhouse through the main hole in the tunnel and push the gearhouse and motor-bracket gently together.
3. Screw the lower unit and the motor-bracket together with the two provided bolts.
Bolt tightening force
33Nm (24 lb/ft)
Bolt tightening force
33Nm (24 lb/ft)
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Fitting propellers
5
3
2
1
4
Locktite
1. Push the propeller onto the shaft, carefully rotate the propeller until the drive pin aligns and moves into the slot/grove in the
propeller hub. There should be almost no gap (approximately 1mm) between the propeller hub and the gear house.
2. Place the washer (4) on the propeller shaft and then tighten the lock-nut (3) on the propeller shaft.
3. Place the zinkanode (2) in its designated position and tighten the zincanodes holding screw (1). Apply a thread glue (Locktite or
similar) to ensure that the zincanodes holding screw does not un-screw itself from the propellers rotation.
4. Fit the propellers to the shafts with the LH marked propeller on the port side and the RH marked propeller on the starboard side.
Turn them to again make sure they move freely and as much in the centre of the tunnel as you have managed.
Parts description:
1: Screw for zincanode
2: Zincanode
3: Propeller lock nut
4: Washer
5: Drive pin for propeller
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1. Remove the 4 bolts in the motorbracket.
2. Mount the lower part of the exible coupling and tighten the set screw. Insert the red "plastic ring" in the lower part
3. Place the motor gently onto the driveshaft and the motor bracket. Be careful, the motor is very heavy! Ensure that the "plastic ring"
goes into position. Ensure that you are placing the motor so that the cable terminals are available for electric installation later.
4. Fasten the motor loosely to the bracket with the provided bolts.
5. Tighten the 4 bolts holding the motor to the motorbracket.
6. Lift the lower part of the exible coupling together with the plastic ring into the upper part of the exible coupling. The plastic ring
must be in its correct position in the upper part, fully inserted, but not compressed against it (2mm). Secure the lower part of the
coupling in its new position by tightening the set-screw.
7. Check the system by turning the propeller, it will be a little hard to turn (because of the gear reduction and the motor), but you
should be able to turn it by hand.
8. If you are installing the thruster in an angle of more than 45
o
off a vertical position, the electromotor assembly needs a seperate/
additional support. See illustration on previous page
In some cases (shallow installation or workboat / shingboat only) we recommend to protect the propeller by mounting a grid in the tunnel
opening (Fig. 3). It is important to keep a grid to a minimum and as streamlined for the thrusters waterow as possible, as it will decrease the effect of the thruster.
Paint the gearhouse and propeller with antifouling for propellers to prevent growth of barnacles or similar which would reduce the
performance dramatically. Do not paint the propeller shaft, the zincanodes or the end face of the gearhouse.
NB! Do not run the thruster for more than very short bursts with-out being in the water.
NB ! If the boat is still being built when the electromotor is installed, it must be covered up to avoid dust from the building going into the
motor and the solenoids. This cover must be removed before the thruster is being used.
Fitting the electromotor IP assembly
Final gearleg assembly
Fig. 3
Fig. 1
Key in driveshaf
t
Driveshaft from
gearhouse
Keyway in
flexible-
coupling
Flexible-coupling
Set screw
Fig. 2
SP 200 TCi
SP 240 TCi
SP 285 TCi
SP 200 TCi
SP 240 TCi
SP 285 TCi
For safety the motor of the Sidepower SP200TCi / SP240TCi / SP285TCi must
be fastened in all installation positions with the included motor-support.
1. Fit the motor to the already fitted motorbracket on the tunnel.
2. Fasten the support to a bulkhead / the boat in a correct position to support the
motor firmly. The support can be fastened anywere on the motor as long as it
does not interfer with the cables, but we do advice to fit it on the top as shown
in these drawings.
3. Be sure to use the included rubber strip between the support and the motor.
88mm
212mm
88mm
SP95Ti IP
SP75Ti IP
Fig. 2
Bolt tightening force
33Nm (24 lb/ft)
Bolt tightening force
33Nm (24 lb/ft)
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• Explanation of electrical table
- All cable lengths are the total of + and - (to and from).
- Battery size is stated as minimum cold crank capacity, not Ah.
- Use slow fuse rated to hold stated Amp-Draw for min. 5 minutes.
* Cable size and main battery size when an extra bow battery with minimum the CCA mentioned as A is installed.
• It is important that you use a good cable size and batteries with a high cranking capacity to feed the thruster, because it is the actual
voltage at the motor while running the thruster that decides the output rpm of the motor and thereby the actual thrust. Please see the
list below for advised min. sizes of cables and batteries. You can of course use larger cables for even better results.
• A main switch (*C) that can take the load without noticeable voltage drop must be installed in the main positive lead so the power
for the thruster can be turned off independently of the rest of the system when not on board or in emergencies. This should be placed
in an easily accessible place and the boats instructions should include information that this should be turned off like the other main
switches of the boat.
• We also advice to install a fuse (*D) in the positive lead for protection against short circuiting of the main cables. This fuse should be
of a adequate quality which normally means that it is physically large as these have less voltage drop than the simple / small ones. It
should be of the slow type and sized to take the amperage draw for atleast 5 minutes.
• Remember to use ignition protected fuses and switches if tted in areas that require this feature.
• A circuit breaker can be used instead of the fuse and main power switch as long as the functionality is the same.
• The cable ends must be tted with terminals and these must be well isolated against contact with anything but the proper connection
point.
• If the main switch and fuse are installed in the same gas area they also have to be ignition protected.
• The negative / minus cable connects to the (-) terminal. Bolt M10. Tighten with 25 Nm / 18,43 lb/ft.
• The positive / plus cable connects to the "+" terminal. Bolt M10. Tighten with 25 Nm / 18,43 lb/ft.
Electrical installation
Battery
12V or 24V
+
-
*D
*C
Counter Nut
Nut
Washer
Cable terminal
Washer
Counter Nut
Nut
Washer
Battery
12V or 24V
+
-
M
-
+
*D
*C
SP 75 Ti
SP 95 Ti
SP 125 Ti
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
50 mm2 95 mm2 120 mm2 150 mm2 N / A N / A
O OOO+ OOOO+ 2xO OO
M in.Batte ry
CCA by Din
550 CCA Din
1045 CC A SA E
550 CCA Din
1045 CC A SA E
600 CC A Din
1140 C CA SAE
12 V
480 A
550 CCA Din
1045 CC A SA E
M in. Cable
dimens ion
M in.Batte ry
CCA by Din
Min .Batt ery
CCA by DIN
M in. Cable
dimens ion
Min . Cable
dimens ion
M in.Batte ry
CCA by DIN
M in.Batte ry
CCA by Din
21 - 28m t otal
+
&
-
28 - 35m total + &
-
36 - 45m total + &
-
Model Voltage
Current
dr aw
M in. Cable
dim en sion
M in.Batte ry
CCA by DIN
M in. Cable
dimens ion
M in. Cable
dimens ion
Table for selection of main cable,
battery, fuse and main-switch
sizes.
up to 7m total + &
-
7 - 14m total + &
-
14 - 21m t otal + &
-
24V
550A
50mm
2
O
70mm
2
OO+
70mm
2
OO+
90mm
2
OOO+
100mm
2
OOOO
120 mm
2
OOOO+
550 CCA DIN
1045 CCA SAE
550 CCA DIN
1045 CCA SAE
550 CCA DIN
1045 CCA SAE
600 CCA DIN
1140 CCA SAE
600 CCA DIN
1140 CCA SAE
600 CCA DIN
1140 CCA SAE
SE170/250TC
NB! Very important to check the following with mainswitch in off position:
After all electrical connections have been completed check with an ohm meter that there is no electrical connection between electro
motor ange and positive terminal on the motor and between the electro motor ange and the negative (A1) terminal on the motor.
If you feel unsure on how to perform this check, contact skilled personnel for guidance.
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• You can install as many panels as you wish by using optional Y-connectors. If two or more panels are operated at the same time in
opposite directions, the electronic controlbox will stop the thruster until it only receives a signal to go in one direction.
• When using original Sidepower equipment it is all "plug & go".
• If the drive direction of the thruster is the opposite of what expected, the blue and grey wire must be changed on each panel.
• The mechanical installation of the panel is described in the manual following the panel.
• The IP thruster is gas proof based on the control panel lead ending outside of the area that requires ignition protection. The pretted
control lead must be tted in the boat so there is no risk of damage to the insulation, causing explosive gas penetration.
• The thruster control should be placed in a position were it is easy to use, and it is very common to use the thruster at the same time
as your gear / throttle lever so it is normally a user friendly solution to be able to access these with one hand for each control.
Pin conguration of 4 pole AMP contact:
Pin1: BLACK = Ground
Pin2: BLUE = Engages thruster SB solenoid
Pin3: GREY = Engages thruster Port solenoid
Pin4: RED = Positive voltage for control panel
Control panel and control-leads
12
3
4
2
1
34
Pin configuration in contacts
SLEIPNER
SIDEPOWER
THRUSTER
OFFON ON
SLEIPNER
SIDEPOWER
THRUSTER
OFFON ON
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"Visual" wiring diagram
A2A1
Fuse
9681245
red
grey
blue
black
grey
blue
brown
red
6 1230i
Electronic
control box
Thermal
switch
Battery
12Vor24V
Battery
main
switch
M
4
3
2
1
3
red
red
black
7
white
6 1232i
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SLEIPNER
SIDEPOWER
THRUSTERS
OFF
ON ON
BOW
STERN
To sternthruster
To bowthruster
grey
blue
black
grey
blue
red
ON / OFF
System
Control
light
Joystick
for stern-
thruster
Joystick
for bowthruster
Positive lead from
sternthruster have been
removed in panel to
avoid current leakage
between different
battery banks if the
thrusters are powered
by different battery
banks.
Wiring diagram (simplified) for dual joystick panel
Visual connection diagram for dual joystick panel
y
We advice to use different battery banks for each thruster to ensure
maximum performance when both are used at the same time.
y
When using the original Sidepower control cables just connect them
to the corresponding joystick
y
There are no plus/positive power connected from the bowthruster
yellow
BOWSTERN
black
Technical wiring diagram
Electrical installation of stern thruster systems
M
Thermal
switch
Electronic
interface box
6 1230i
A2
A1
4 pin
AMP
connector
On Motor
4
2
1
3
Fuse
Battery
main
switch
1
5
4
2
6
8
9
red (+)
grey
(sig +)
blue
(sig +)
black (-)
red
grey
(sig -)
blue
(sig -)
brown
3red
Fused
inside 1A
black
7
white
6 1232i
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Propeller is fastened correctly to the shaft.
Propeller turns freely in tunnel.
Lower-unit is lled with gearoil.
Oil-drain screw is tightened and the copper seal is present.
The zinc-anode holding screw is tightened well with thread glue.
There is a sturdy additional support under the electric motor, taking the weight load of the electromotor assembly away
from the stern tunnel.
All electrical wiring, cable sizes and battery capacity is according to the thruster installation manual.
All bolts are securely tightened and sealant are applied as instructed.
Anti-fouling have been applied to the gearhouse and propeller but NOT on the zincanode or the gearhouse lid where the
propeller is fastened.
Oil tank is tted above the waterline as required and lled with gearoil.
Correct drive direction as per controlpanel.
All electrical connections are clean, dry and tight, and the correct cable, fuse and main switch sizes have been used.
The bolts holding the gearhouse and motorbracket together are tightened correctly.
Very important for IP protection:
The main power cables have securely been connected as described.
The control lead ends out of the explosive area and has been properly tted and secured against damage.
The thruster has been installed as per the instructions in this manual and all points in checklist above have been controlled.
Signed: ..................................... Date: .......................................
Extra pre-delivery tests by installer / yard who does not use other quality control systems !
Thruster type: ................................................. Voltage: ......................
Serial number: .....................................................................................
Date of delivery: ..................................................................................
Correct drive direction as per controlpanel: .......................................
Voltage at thruster when running: ......................................................
Battery cable size used: .....................................................................
Other comments by installer:
Checklist
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Warning:
Tampering with the Ignition Protected stern thruster assembly or any attempt to disassemble anything on this thruster
assembly inside the boat can cause an explosion with very serious consequences.
If there is a problem with your Ignition Protected stern thruster, please contact your dealer.
Danger: NEVER Disassemble any part of the Ignition Protected stern thruster assembly
Important user precautions
• Ensure that you know the location of the main battery switch that
disconnects the thruster from all power sources (batteries) so that
the thruster can be turned off in case of a malfunction.
• Always turn the main power switch off before touching any part of
the thruster, as an incidental start while touching moving parts can
cause serious injuries.
• Always turn the control device off when the thruster is not in use.
• The maximum continues usage time of the electrical thruster is
approximately 3 minutes. The electromotor has a built in thermal
cut-off switch that will shut off the electromotor if it is overheating
and re-engage it when it has cooled down some. This should be
considered when planning your maneuvering.
• This also means that the thruster will limit its total running time per
time period so that you can not count on the thruster to hold you
in a current and side wind for extensive time periods. Depending
on the surrounding temperatures etc. the thruster will be able to
run approximately 10 % of the time.
• Never use a thruster close to somebody in the water, as the
thruster will draw objects close by into the tunnel and contact with
the rotating propellers will cause serious injuries.
• With the boat on land, only run the thruster for a fraction of a
second, as without resistance it will accelerate very fast to a
damaging rpm. Also, while the thruster is in air, make sure that the
propellers have come to a complete stop before performing a
directions change of the thruster, as it might cause damage to the
thruster.
• If the thruster stops giving thrust while the electromotor is running,
chances are that there is a problem in the drive-system. You must
then immediately stop trying to run it, and turn it off, as running the
electromotor for more than a few seconds without resistance from
the propeller, can cause serious damage to the electromotor.
• When leaving the boat always turn off the main power switch for
the thruster.
• We advice to always keep the main engine(s) running while using a
thruster. This will keep the batteries in a good charge condition. This
will also give better performance to the thruster, as a higher voltage at
the thruster results in a higher torque (power) in the electromotor.
• Please note that the performance of a thruster strongly depends on
the voltage available at the electromotor. This voltage will decrease
by time because aging batteries have a reduction of capacity. By
installing new batteries the effect of the thruster should be back at
the original level.
• Make sure that only one control is used at the same time, if two
panels are operated in opposite directions at the same time the
thruster will not run at all. If they are operated in the same direction
the thruster will run in this direction.
• If the thruster is not performing or functioning as usual, the cause for
this must be found and corrected as soon as possible so to avoid
causing any other or further damage to the equipment. You must
also turn off the main battery switch immediately in case the
problem is of electric origin.
• Never store anything (e.g. equipment, sails, ropes etc.) in the
same compartment as the thruster. When the thruster runs for
a longer period it will get hot and will cause damage.
• It is the owner/captain/other responsible party full responsibility to as-
sess the risk of any unexpected incidents on the vessel. If the thruster
stops giving thrust for some reason while maneuvering you must have
considered a plan on how to avoid damage to persons or other objects.
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How to use a bowthruster
1. Turn main power switch for the bowthruster on. (Always turn off the main power switch when not onboard.)
2. Please take some time to exercise thruster usage in open water to avoid damages to your boat.
3. Turn the controlpanel on by pushing both "ON" buttons on the original Sidepower panel simultaneously. If another type of control is
installed, engage the On/Off switch for the bowthruster.
4. Turn the bow in the desired direction by pushing the red button for port movement or the green button for starboard movement. If you
have a joystick control, move it in the direction you wish the bow to move. Other controls like footswitches or toggle-switches on the
throttle can be used. These are normally logically installed, so by engaging the port control, the bow goes port etc. In case of any
doubts, try in open waters rst.
5. Depending on the sideways speed of the bow, you must disengage the control device shortly before the bow is in the desired direction, as the boat will continue to move after stopping the bowthruster.
How to use a single stern thruster
Some boats might however have installed a single stern thruster because of space limitation in the bow. In this case the stern
thruster is used in the same way as a single bow thruster (see above) for moving the boat's stern.
How to use a bow and stern thruster combined
The combination of a bow and stern thruster offers total manoeuvrability to the boat and the opportunity to move the bow and the
stern separately from each other. This enables you to move the boat sideways in both directions and to turn the boat around it's
own axis staying at the same place.
• Again, if in doubt, try in open water rst!
How to use Sidepower thrusters
Turn boat to port
Turn boat to starboardTo turn panel OFF
To turn panel ON
Bow+Stern
Thruster
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Warning:
Tampering with the Ignition Protected stern thruster assembly or any attempt to disassemble anything on this thruster as-
sembly inside the boat can cause an explosion with very serious consequences.
If there is a problem with your Ignition Protected stern thruster, please contact your dealer.
Danger: NEVER Disassemble any part of the Ignition Protected stern thruster assembly
» Keep the propeller and gearhouse clean from growth by painting with antifouling before every season.
PS ! The zinc anode, sealing and propeller shafts must abso-lutely not be painted. Be careful that you don't ll paint in the
"tracks" in the gearhouse that the propeller hub moves in.
» Change the zinc anode before every season, or when about half the anode is gone. Always use a sealant on the screw holding
the zincanode to ensure that it does not fall off. Please observe that in some waterconditions it can be necessary to install an extra
zincanode to ensure that it lasts for the whole period between regular service lifts of the boat. Consult your dealer for information on
how to do this.
» As a part of the seasonal service of your boat, and before every season, always check that:
• The propeller is securely fastened
• The bolts holding the electric motor to the motorbracket are fastened correctly.
• The area where the thruster is installed is clean and dry. If there are signs of water you must try to nd the source and eliminate it.
• All electrical connections are clean and fastened rmly.
• Make sure that your batteries are in a good condition so that the thruster gets a good voltage. Old or bad batteries will give a re-
duced performance from the thruster.
Maintenance
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1
4
Locktite
Power & control cables
Ignition protected casing
Motorbracket for holding motor and
gearhouse together on the tunnel.
Flexible coupling secures the electromo-
tor if propeller is jammed. Changeable
from inside the boat.
5-blade skew Q-PROP propeller for
ultimate performance.
Prelled &sealed gearleg.
Changeable zincanode protects gearhouse from corrosion in seawater.
Fastening screw for zincanode
Zincanode
Propeller lock nut
Washer
Drivepin for propeller
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4
5
6
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3
2
4
5
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3
2
1
7
3
4
6
5
3
2
1
4
Locktite
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2
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Before seeking assistance at the help desk of your Sidepower dealer / distributor please perform these tests and make notes of all measurements to ensure that they have as much information as possible to work on.
NB! All check points and solutions must be carried out after consulting the relevant information elsewhere in this manual to under-stand how
the system is intended to work. If you are unable to understand what to check, you must consult a professional.
Trouble shooting
Solution
Check the exible coupling and the motor installation to ensure correct connection of the exible coupling before re-tting the electromotor
Re-fasten or replace the propeller and/or key.
In case of a failure inside the gearhouse, we advice to get a replacement gearhouse instead of attempting to repear the internal gear and bearing system.
If wrong, contact your dealer or distributor to obtain parts with the correct voltage.
The no load voltage should be:
12V system =12,7V / 24V system = 25,4 V. If below 12,3V / 24,6V your batteries are not in a good charge state or worn out and must be recharged or
replaced before trying to run the thruster.
If less than 8,5V at the thruster the voltage is to low for the thruster to operate correctly. In a 24V boat the thruster will operate down to approx. 12V, but the performance will be very bad. Find and correct the reason for this low voltage which will
probably be one or more of these points: main battery cable sizes and connections, battery size and condition, fuse and main power switch performance
.
If the thruster runs in both directions, try the same in the connector that goes
into the back of the control panel. If it also works in this position, check the
contact and wires on the back of the panel and try to engage this again by
pushing both ON buttons simultaneously. If the panel does not turn on (see
control light), measure the voltage between the Red and the Black in the contact going into the thruster. If the voltage is good, chances are that the panel
is not working.
If it works by the thruster, and not by the panel there is a bad contact or a
broken lead the controlcables between these two test points.
Measure that you have the correct voltage between the Red (+) and all the
other colours in the contact. If you do not get a reading.
Between main minus (A1 on motor) and the blue and the grey wire connected to the sides of the main solenoids you should have the same voltage as
between the main battery cables on the thruster.
If not, check that the internal wiring on the solenoid is ok and measure that
there is contact through the magnetising spools of each side of the solenoid
(measure between the red and blue on one side, and red and grey on the
other side with an Ohm meter.). If there are no contact between these, the
solenoid is broken and needs replacing.
If less than 10,5 V / 21V the thruster will not perform at specied effect.
If one or more brushes are loose/has no tension from the brush-spring, the
performance will be low.
If there are growth in the tunnel, this will disturb / block the waterow and
especially barnacles on the propeller will greatly reduce performance.
Re-charge battery(ies), if this is not sufcient, replace battery(ies).
Check for bad cable connections, if necessary tighten/re-adjust connections.
Check cable size in accordance to manual.
Shut off thruster main switch, tap slightly on the solenoid to see if it will release. Turn on thruster main switch. If solenoid is still in lock-in mode, replace
solenoid.
Check
If the exible coupling between the motor and driveshaft is not tted correct inside the boat
Are the propellers in the tunnel fastened correctly
on the prop-shaft (key present)
With the motor removed, turn the driveshaft from
inside the boat to feel if the gears are engaging and
turning the prop-shaft.
Check that the voltage of the electromotor are correct for your installation by their labels.
Check the voltage at the thruster between main minus
input (A1 on motor) and main plus input point:
Check the voltage at the thruster while you are trying to run it. Keep main engine(s) running to have
continous charge to the batteries.
If the main solenoids on the thruster are not even
trying to engage (clicking) they are probably not
getting a "run" signal from the control system. Try
to run the thruster without the panel by directly connecting the red and the blue or the red and the grey
wires in the controlcable contact coming from the
thruster.
If the thruster does not run at all, or only in one direction
in the above tests, check the internal wiring on the
thruster motor, solenoids and electronic motor interface box to be in accordance with the wiring diagram
and ensure that all connections are clean and tight.
Check voltage at thruster when running
Check that all the brush-springs sits correctly on the
brushes in the electromotor.
Check that the propeller, gearhouse and tunnel is
free from growth / barnacles etc.
Solenoid apping, most probable cause: low
voltage.
Solenoid lock-in, auto stop of thruster, auto retry
every 10 seconds.
»
The electromotor runs, but there is no thrust.
» The thruster does not start at all or works only in one direction.
» The thruster has an unexpected low performance.
» The thruster runs for approximately 0,5 seconds every 4 seconds.
» The thruster runs for approximately 0,5 seconds every 10 seconds.
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Warranty statement
1. The equipment manufactured by Sleipner Motor AS (The “Warrantor”) is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal
use and service.
2. This Warranty is in effect for of two years (Leisure Use) or one year (Commercial use) from the date of purchase by the user. Proof of purchase must be
included, to establish that it is inside the warranty period.
3. This Warranty is transferable and covers the product for the specied time period.
4. In case any part of the equipment proves to be defective, other than those parts excluded in paragraph 5 below, the owner should do the following:
(a) Prepare a detailed written statement of the nature and circumstances of the defect, to the best of the Owner’s knowledge, including the date of
purchase, the place of purchase, the name and address of the installer, and the Purchaser’s name, address and telephone number;
(b) The Owner should return the defective part or unit along with the statement referenced in the preceding paragraph to the warrantor,
Sleipner Motor AS or an authorized Service Centre, postage/shipping prepaid and at the expense of the Purchaser;
(c) If upon the Warrantor’s or Authorized Service Centre’s examination, the defect is determined to result from defective material or workmanship, the
equipment will be repaired or replaced at the Warrantor’s option without charge, and returned to the Purchaser at the Warrantor’s expense;
(d) no refund of the purchase price will be granted to the Purchaser, unless the Warrantor is unable to remedy the defect after having a reasonable
number of opportunities to do so. Prior to refund of the purchase price, Purchaser must submit a statement in writing from a professional boating
equipment supplier that the installation instructions of the Installation and Operation Manual have been complied with and that the defect remains;
(e) warranty service shall be performed only by the Warrantor, or an authorized Service Centre, and any attempt to remedy the defect by anyone else
shall render this warranty void.
5. There shall be no warranty for defects or damages caused by faulty installation or hook-up, abuse or misuse of the equipment including exposure to
excessive heat, salt or fresh water spray, or water immersion except for equipment specically designed as waterproof.
6. No other express warranty is hereby given and there are no warranties which extend beyond those described in section 4 above. This Warranty is
expressly in lieu of any other expressed or implied warranties, including any implied warranty of merchantability, tness for the ordinary purposes for
which such goods are used, or tness for a particular purpose, and any other obligations on the part of the Warrantor or its employees and
representatives.
7. There shall be no responsibility or liability whatsoever on the part of the Warrantor or its employees and representatives for injury to any person or
persons, or damage to property, loss of income or prot, or any other consequential or resulting damage or cost which may be claimed to have been
incurred through the use or sale of the equipment, including any possible failure or malfunction of the equipment, or part thereof.
8. The Warrantor assumes no liability for incidental or consequential damages of any kind including damages arising from collision with other vessels
or objects.
9. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from country to country.
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SE 170/250 TC
24VRef:
Part #
SE 170/250TC
Original model
Model period
9
18
1 2345 2 1 3 4 5
6
7
8
8
10
11
12
13
13
12
14
16
17
15
19
20
20 Complete IP electric
motor assembly
10 0102 24
19 Key for eletric motor shaft 10 1440
18 Complete exible coupling N/A
17 Coupling, engine side 7 1457
16 Rubber element 7 1458
15 Coupling, gearleg side 7 1457
14 Complete motor bracket N/A
13 Bolt, motor to ange 201360
12 Bolt, ange to bracket 11031
11 Flange 921305
10 Bracket 10 0501
9 Complete gearleg 13 0601
8 Gearleg bolt 10 1080
7 Driveshaft key 10 1440
6 Gasket 10 1312
5 Zink anode 20 1180
4 Locknut 10 1260
3 Propeller washer 20 1181
2 Propeller drivepin 9 1241
1 Propeller
(Specify Left Hand/Right Hand)
10 1271
LH/RH
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SLEIPNER MOTOR AS
P.O. Box 519 N-1612 Fredrikstad Norway
Tel: +47 69 30 00 60 Fax:+47 69 30 00 70 www.side-power.com sidepower@sleipner.no
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