STEP 1/MOUNTING THE HELM PUMP
Mount the helm pump with the filler hole in its
uppermost position.
Determine desired mounting position for helm pump
on dashboard. Ensure that steering wheel will not
later interfere with other functional equipment. Use
the cover bezel as a template and mark the holes.
Cut a 4 1/2" hole for the pump and drill the mounting
holes with a 9/32" drill then mount the helm with the
bolts provided.
NOTE:
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Before proceeding with Step 2, install elbow
fittings to helm pump. Elbow fittings are
supplied with helm straight fittings are available,
part no. HF5528. always use a quality soft pipe
sealant such as Loctite P.S.T. or equivalent on
pipe threads. Do not use tape sealers.
STEP 2/INSTALLING HYDRAULIC HOSE
Make certain that protective caps are on hose
fittings
Route hydraulic hose from behind dashboard area,
along side of gunnel or builder-installed tube, to
splashwell area. Use shortest convenient path.
ensuring that minimum bend radius of 2 inches Is
not exceeded.
NOTE: IN REPLACEMENT INSTALLATIONS. YOU
MAY FIND IT EASIER TO ATTACH HYDRAULIC
HOSES TO MECHANICAL CABLES OR EXISTING
HOSES WITH BLACK TAPE THEN PULLING NEW
HOSE THROUGH WITH OLD CABLE OR HOSE.
Ensure that hydraulic hose is protected against
chafing and Is secured wherever possible. Do not
allow hydraulic hose to hang free in an area where It
could constitute a safety hazard.
WARNING:
This steering system is not recommended for use on
boats where horsepower exceeds U.S. or other coast
guard ratings. This cylinder is suitable for certain
engines only. Install and maintain in accordance
with Teleflex instructions. Use approved oils only.
Do not use brake fluid. Failure to comply with the
above may result In loss of steering. causing
property damage and/or personal injury.
STEP 3/HYDRAULIC HOSE CONNECTION
Note from diagram below that starboard (right) helm
pump fitting connects via hydraulic hose to port (left)
cylinder fitting, and port (left) helm pump fitting
connects via hydraulic hose to starboard (right)
cylinder lilting.
Swivel nuts on hydraulic hose fittings are color-
coded to ensure correct connection. Fittings on one
hose are gold: fittings on second hose are silver.
Remove protective caps from fittings so you can see
color codes, and connect hoses to helm pump and
cylinder starboard to port, and port to starboard.
Start hose nuts by hand. After several turns, firmly
tighten with 5/8” wrench. Do not overtighten
(maximum 140 inch/pounds if you are using a torque
wrench).
