SLEIPNER ER-L&V130 E Vision Electric Retractable Thruster Installation Guide

Installation Guide for SLEIPNER models including: ER-L V130 E Vision Electric Retractable Thruster, ER-L V130, E Vision Electric Retractable Thruster, Electric Retractable Thruster, Retractable Thruster, Thruster

Installation Guide

Sleipner eVision Retract Thrusters 7241-15 2024 3 Sleipner Motor AS P.O. Box 519, Arne Svendsensgt. 6-8 N-1612 Fredrikstad, Norway MC 0020 Contents The installer must read this document to ensure necessary familiarity with the product before installation.

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IM-ER-L&V (130&170&210) (7241-15-2023)

Installation Guide
For E-vision Electric Retractable Thruster Models ER-L&V130, ER-L&V170, ER-V210

SLEIPNER MOTOR AS P.O. Box 519 N-1612 Fredrikstad Norway www.sleipnergroup.com

DOCUMENT ID: 7241 REVISION: 15 DATE: 2024
LANGUAGE:EN

Contents
Installation Manual Responsibility of the Installer .................................................................................................................................................................... 3 General Installation Consideration and Precaution Guidelines................................................................................................................ 3
Product Measurements ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5 Product Clearance Requirements .............................................................................................................................................................. 6 Product Specifications................................................................................................................................................................................ 6 Hull Specifications...................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Positioning of the Retract thruster ............................................................................................................................................................. 7 Preparing a Sandwich Hull for Retract Systems ........................................................................................................................................ 8 Marking and Trimming of SRF Flange ........................................................................................................................................................ 9 Installation Pre-check .............................................................................................................................................................................. 11 Required Modifications After Pre-check.................................................................................................................................................. 12
SRF Flange Installation ............................................................................................................................................................................ 13 Motor House Installation.......................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Hatch Installation ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 15 V-Motor to House Installation.................................................................................................................................................................. 16 L-Motor to house Installation................................................................................................................................................................... 17 Support for the Motor ............................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Electrical Installation ............................................................................................................................................................................... 18 Motor Lug Connection .............................................................................................................................................................................. 19 Electrical Reference Guide ....................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Manual Main Switch Wiring Diagram 24V Retract Thruster .................................................................................................................... 20 Automatic Main Switch Wiring Diagram 24V Retract Thruster ............................................................................................................... 21 Manual Main Switch Wiring Diagram 48V Retract Thruster .................................................................................................................... 22 Automatic Main Switch Wiring Diagram 24V Retract Thruster ............................................................................................................... 23 S-Link System Description ....................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Check drive shaft alignment..................................................................................................................................................................... 25 Calibrate drive shaft alignment ................................................................................................................................................................ 25 Actuator Configuration ............................................................................................................................................................................. 25 LED Indication .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 25 Control Panel Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Service and Support ............................................................................................................................................................... 27 Product Spare Parts and Additional Resources ....................................................................................................................... 27 Warranty Statement ............................................................................................................................................................... 27 Patents.................................................................................................................................................................................... 27

Accidental activation of the retract mechanism can cause serious injury due to the high-pressure force used for closing the hatch. IF operating the hatch during any work/ maintenance around or
inside the retract hatch, USE CAUTION.

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Sleipner Motor AS P.O. Box 519, Arne Svendsensgt. 6-8 N-1612 Fredrikstad, Norway

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Failure to follow the considerations and precautions can cause serious injury, damage and will render all

warranties given by Sleipner Motor as VOID.

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Responsibility of the Installer

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The installer must read this document to ensure necessary familiarity with the product before installation.
Instructions in this document cannot be guaranteed to comply with all international and national regulations. It is the responsibility of the installer to follow all applicable international and national regulations when installing Sleipner products.
The recommendations given in this document are guidelines ONLY, and Sleipner strongly recommends that advice is obtained from a person familiar with the particular vessel and applicable regulations.
This document contains general installation instructions intended to support experienced installers. If you are not skilled in this type of work, please contact professional installers for assistance.
If required by local regulation, electrical work must be done by a licensed professional.
Appropriate health and safety procedures must be followed during installation.
Faulty installation of Sleipner products will render all warranties given by Sleipner Motor AS as void.

Ensure appropriate access to Sleipner products during installation planning for service, inspection and component replacement.

General Installation Consideration and Precaution Guidelines

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For retract thrusters

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· Stern mounted retract thrusters must not be installed to conflict with propulsion propellers or its water trail. (NB: consult a naval architect for

an exact position.)

· Paint inside the retract housing with anti-fouling. (NB: Do not paint the drive shaft.)

For thruster systems

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· Do not install the thruster in a position where you need to cut a stiffener/ stringer/ support that may jeopardise the hull integrity without checking

with the boat builder this can be done safely.

· Paint the gear leg and propellers with anti-fouling. (NB: Do not paint the anodes, sealing, rubber fittings or propeller shafts)

· There is only room for a thin coat of primer and two layers of anti-fouling between the tunnel and the propellers.

· Never run the thruster out of water without load. Operated at no load, the thruster can reach extremely high speed, damaging the system.

Lithium Batteries for proportional thrusters models

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If a lithium battery system is installed to supply proportional thrusters such as SEP and E-series thrusters, ensure the battery is designed to output a

continuous supply of the required thruster current. An under-rated battery management system can suddenly disconnect the load which may lead to

dangerous situations. Ensure that you operate with high-quality batteries intended for maritime use.

· All Sleipner proportional thrusters will work well with Lithium batteries, as the included PPC unit will control the output voltage to safe levels for the thruster. (NB: Ensure you have the latest embedded software installed. The firmware version of the Proportional Power Controller (PPC) must be of version 1.033 or later if the PPC is connected to a lithium battery).

· All Sleipner eVision / E-series thrusters have built-in functionality to limit the maximum voltage delivered to the thruster.

(NB: Operating the thruster outside specified ratings will void the warranty).

When installing an S-LinkTM system connect ONLY original Sleipner S-LinkTM products or other authorized control equipment directly to the S-LinkTM bus. Connecting non-authorized third-party equipment, it must always be connected through a Sleipner supplied interface product.
Any attempt to directly control or connect into the S-LinkTM control system without a designated and approved interface will render all warranties and responsibilities of all of the connected Sleipner products. If you are interfacing the S-LinkTM bus by agreement with Sleipner through a designated
Sleipner supplied interface, you are still required to install at least one original Sleipner control panel to enable efficient troubleshooting if necessary.
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General Installation Consideration and Precaution Guidelines

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For Sleipner eVision electric motors

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· When installing the thruster electric motor in small compartments, ensure the compartment is well ventilated to allow for cooling of the electric

motor.

· If the height of the room you are installing the thruster is limited, the thruster can be installed horizontally or at any angle in-between. - If the electro motor is positioned more than 30 degrees off vertical, it must be supported separately. - Beware of keeping installation within advised measurements. No part of the propeller or gear house must be outside the tunnel.

· The electric motor, components and cables must be mounted so they remain dry at all times.
· Do not finish the inside of the tunnel with a layer of gel-coat/ topcoat or similar. There is only room for a thin coat of primer and two layers of antifouling between the tunnel and the props.
· Do not install the electric motor close to easily flammable objects or equipment

· Do not store items close to the thruster motor. Any loose items near the thruster motor is a potential fire hazard and can cause undesired shortcircuiting.

· Do not lift it by internal cable connections, main terminals.

· The thruster power supply circuit must include the recommended sized fuse and a battery isolation switch. · The electric/ hydraulic motor must be handled with care. Do not rest the thruster motor on its drive shaft as its weight can damage the shaft.

· eVision Thruster Motor must be upgraded to firmware version V1.015 or newer. eVision Thruster Motors shipped before November 28. 2022 needs to be upgraded.

· Control panel PJC2xx must be upgraded to firmware version V3.018 or newer. Control panel PJC2xx with hardware V2.000 or older will not support eVision Thruster Motors. Sleipner stopped the production of PJC2xx with HW version V2.000 in Q2 2020. Note that no mechanical modifications are required to replace older PJC2xx panels with PJC2xx HW version V3.000 or newer. Hardware version can be found in the panel info menu or using S-Link programmer. From HW version V3.000, the version is printed on the serial number label. Control panel PJC42x must be upgraded to firmware version V1.002 or newer. Control panel PJC3xx will not support eVision Thruster Motors.
· Retract controller SR150000 must be upgraded to firmware version V1.036 or newer. Function must be configured to "ERV/ERL" on both SR150000 and eVision Thruster Motor. Retract controller SR 6 1242 will not support eVision Thruster Motors.

· Automatic Main Switch works with eVision Thruster Motor without additional firmware update. But an upgrade to the latest firmware is always recommended.
· Gateway works with eVision Thruster Motor without additional firmware update. But an upgrade to the latest firmware is always recommended.
· ESI-1 works with eVision Thruster Motor without additional firmware update. But an upgrade to the latest firmware is always recommended.
· S-link remote controller works with eVision Thruster Motor without additional firmware update. But an upgrade to the latest firmware is always recommended.

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Product Measurements

Measurement code
L +H H MH RD ID W RW MW WD

Measurement description

ERV130 ERV130 ERV170 ERV170 ERV210 ERV210

24V

48V

24V

48V

24V

48V

mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch

SRF flange & motor housing length

687 27,04 687 27,04 687 27,04 687 27,04 687 27,04 687 27,04

Motor supplementary measurement (Height) 120 4,72 120 4,72 120 4,72 120 4,72 159 6,2 159 6,2

Motor housing height

389 15,3 389 15,3 389 15,3 389 15,3 389 15,3 389 15,3

SRF flange height

3,8

Retracted hatch supplementary measurement 371 14,6 371 14,60 378 14,6 378 14,6 378 14,6 378 14,6

Tunnel diameter

250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84

SRF flange & motor housing width

481 18,9 481 18,9 481 18,9 481 18,9 481 18,93 481 18,93

Retracted hatch width

349 13,7 349 13,7 349 13,7 349 13,7 349 13,7 349 13,7

SRF flange inner frame width

417 16,4 417 16,4 414 16,29 414 16,29 417 16,4 417 16,4

Water depth - surface to tunnel center

250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84

Measurement code
L +H H MH RD ID W RW MW WD

Measurement description

ERL130 ERL130 ERL170 ERL170

24V

48V

24V

48V

mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch

SRF flange & motor housing length

687 27,04 687 27,04 687 27,04 687 27,04

Motor supplementary measurement (Height)

0,35

Motor housing height

389 15,3 389 15,3 389 15,3 389 15,3

SRF flange height

3,8

Retracted hatch supplementary measurement 378 14,7 378 14,7 378 14,7 378 14,7

Tunnel diameter

250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84

SRF flange & motor housing width

480 18,9 480 18,9 481 18,93 481 18,93

Retracted hatch width

349 13,7 349 13,7 349 13,7 349 13,7

SRF flange inner frame width

417 16,4 417 16,4 417 16,4 417 16,4

Water depth - surface to tunnel center

250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84 250 9,84

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Width (W)

Height (+H)

Length (L)

ERV

Waterline

Mould Height (MH)

Height (H)

Retract Depth (RD)

Length (L)

Internal Diameter
(ID)
Length (+L)

Water Depth (WD)

ERL

Waterline

Retract Width (RW)
Mould Width (MW)

Mould Height (MH)

Height (H)

Retract Depth (RD)

Internal Diameter
(ID)

Water Depth (WD)
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Product Clearance Requirements

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IMPORTANT This product has clearance considerations extending the base product footprint. Follow the clearance requirements when planning your installation.

Allow a minimum of 50mm above the fan to maintain appropriate airflow to the cooling fan.

Product Specifications

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Product
ERV130 24V ERV130 48V ERL130 24V ERL130 48V ERV170 24V ERV170 48V ERL170 24V ERL170 48V ERV210 24V ERV210 48V

Nominal Operating Voltage
21V 42V 21V 42V 21V 42V 21V 42V 21V 42V

Maximum Operating Voltage
31V 62V 31V 62V 31V 62V 31V 62V 31V 62V

Thrust is kg / lbs at (V)
130 kg / 284 lbs (21V) 130 kg / 284 lbs (42V) 130 kg / 284 lbs (21V) 130 kg / 284 lbs (42V) 170 kg / 374 lbs (21V) 170 kg / 374 lbs (42V) 170 kg / 374 lbs (21V) 170 kg / 374 lbs (42V) 210 kg / 462 lbs (21V) 210 kg / 462 lbs (42V)

Power Output kW / Hp
5.1 kW / 6.8 hp 5.1 kW / 6.8 hp 5.1 kW / 6.8 hp 5.1 kW / 6.8 hp 7.3 kW / 9.9 hp 7.3 kW / 9.9 hp 7.3 kW / 9.9 hp 7.3 kW / 9.9 hp 10.4 kW / 14 hp 10.4 kW / 14 hp

Weight kg / lbs
TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA

Maximum Operation Time
Runtime @ 100% thrust: 2-3min duty cyle at 20°C.

Hull Specifications

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Use sealants, adhesives or bonding material compatible with the materials of your vessels hull and Sleipner product. For information regards the material in Sleipner products, see table.

Product
Housing Flange Flange Flange Flange

Resin

SR(P)80/100 SRF-185-GRP SRF-250-GRP SRF-300-GRP SRF-386-GRP

Polyester Polyester Polyester Polyester Polyester

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Positioning of the Retract Thruster

Retract Thruster Ensure enough space for the complete retract unit including room for installation of SRF flange and for future service. Allow 100 mm of clear space around the thruster for moulding of the SRF flange. Ensure that when the thruster is deployed the depth of the propeller exceeds the minimum tunnel depth defined in below table. The thruster must always be installed so the hatch is opened towards the bow.
Installing the thruster below the waterline as outlined is important for two reasons: 1. Avoid drawing air from the surface which will reduce performance and increase noise levels. 2. To get as much water pressure as possible to achieve maximum thrust.

Stern retract thruster

Bow retract thruster

WATERLINE

100 mm of clear space around the thruster for moulding of the SRF flange.

Minimum Tunnel Depth

Retract system 80 to 100 185 mm

Retract system 130 to 240 250 mm

Retract system 250 to 300 300 mm

Retract system 650

386 mm

Bow installation The thruster must be installed in the center line of the keel and as far forward as possible while following the minimum tunnel depth requirement.

Retract thruster

WATERLINE

Hatch opens towards the bow
Stern installation To avoid conflict between the thruster and propulsion propellers, trim tabs or rudders the stern installation can be offset from the keel center line.

Retract thruster

Hatch opens towards the direction of the bow

Thruster moved to avoid conflict

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Preparing a Sandwich Hull for Retract Systems
Identify the location of the thruster considering space required for installation, operation and future maintenance.

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Ensure to have a minimum of 100mm space around the thruster installation to
have service access

Bow thrusters must be positioned on the boat centre line.
Stern thrusters can be positioned off the centre line.
For vessels with sandwich hull construction, additional reinforcement of the area around the SRF flange is required.

Cross section of a sandwich core hull

Inner laminate

Core

Outer laminate

Gel coat 1. To achieve maximum strength and bonding in the area around the installation of the SRF flange remove the inner laminate and core material to
expose the outer laminate. Remove enough area for a 100mm (minimum) clearance surrounding the SRF flange.
2. Reinforce the area by applying several bonding layers to strengthen the hull for the operation of the retract thruster.

1
Area where laminate and core is to be removed

Minimum 100mm

SRF flange

2
Reinforced bonding layers

Minimum 100mm SRF flange
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Marking and Trimming of SRF Flange

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1. Flip the SRF flange upside down and position it at the identified installation location. Use the internal edge to mark were to cut out the thruster hatch from the hull.

2. The SRF flange must sit so the two side rails run flush with the hull. To do so the SRF flange must be trimmed down to match the hull profile curvature. (NB: For guidance or methods to transfer the hull profile to the SRF flange for cutting, consult a naval architect. DO NOT cut the SRF flange length edge.)

1
Mark using internal edge

Bow thrusters must be positioned on the boat centre line.
Stern thrusters can be positioned off the centre line.

Ensure to have a minimum of 100mm space around the thruster installation to
have service access

2
Important The minimum SRF flange height is stated on the product measurment page (MH)
-Ø185mm = 72mm -Ø250mm = 97mm -Ø300mm = 115mm -Ø386mm = 148mm

Hull profile to cut from SRF flange
Ensure SRF flange edge sits flush on the hull

WARNING DO NOT cut the SRF flange length edge

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Marking and Trimming of SRF Flange
3. If cutting from outside, prepare for cutting by drilling 4 holes at 45º angle towards starboard and port side.

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4. The hatch opening must be cut at an angle of 45º on three sides and 30º on the side facing the bow. This ensures that forces from water hitting the closed hatch is absorbed by the surrounding hull. (NB: Use a suitable cutting tool able to be set to the desired angle.)

3
Drill 4 holes in each corner at 45º

Starboard Hull

45º 45º

Drilling inside the hull
Port
45º 45º
Outside hull

45º 45º

30º 45º

4 Drill holes

View from outside the hull

Bow

Hull

30º

Hatch

Stern
45º 45º

Starboard

Port

Hull

45º

Hatch

45º

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Installation Pre-check
Perform a temporarily installation to verify that there is no mechanical conflict when deploying and retracting the thruster.

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1. Attach the retract housing to the SRF flange with 4 bolts, position the thruster over the hull opening. Temporarily attach the hatch to the twistrings. (NB: Ensure correct orientation for the thruster to open the hatch facing the direction of water flow. Remember attachment is for temporary checking of thruster operation only.)

2. Temporarily connect DC cables (NB: Refer to the label on actuators for correct voltage) to the cables on the terminals on the controller. Set switch no. 4 on the DIP-switch marked "SETTINGS" to ON. and deploy thruster.

3. Press "DOWN" to extend the tunnel and check the hatch opens fully without touching the hull. If the hatch is obstructed by the hull in the front, lift the aft end of the SRF flange maintaining the reference height in front - until the hatch clears the hull when opened.

4. Press "UP" to retract the tunnel.
IMPORTANT The hatch contact edges and the hull contact edges MUST work as the mechanical end stop. During cruising, slamming forces from the water must be absorbed by these areas, not the thruster. Therefore ensure that there is pressure on the contact edges between the hatch adn the hull when the hatch is closed.
Raise the SRF flange until this is achieved.

Accidental activation of the retract mechanism can cause serious injury due to the high-pressure force used for moving the hatch. IF operating the hatch during any work/ maintenance around or inside the retract hatch,
USE CAUTION.

After all, pre-checks are completed the retract system can be installed.

Retract thruster SR/ER - V/ L

2 Controller

Controller

(FUSE)
-+

SETTINGS

1 2 3 4

UP
DOWN
FAULT STATUS

+
From power supply

Conflict with hatch and hull

hatch opens without conflict

Hatch is not flush with hull when retracted
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Hatch is flush with hull when retracted
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Required Modifications After Pre-check
! Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model ! To increase the space between the hatch and the hull the entire SRF flange and motor must be raised at the stern end.

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1. With the hatch in the open position raise the stern end of the SRF flange and motor until the appropriate clearance is achieved. Use a wedge to keep the thruster stable.

2. Open and close the hatch to ensure: - Clearance between the hull and hatch when the thruster is open - Hatch closes flush with the hull with full contact between hatch and hull.

3. Record the height and keep the wedges in place and secure the position of the SRF flange with filler in the corners.

1
Hull

Raise SRF flange on stern end
Conflict with hatch and hull

Hull
hatch opens without conflict

Use wedge to prop the SRF flange to required height

2
Hull

hatch opens without conflict

Hull

Hatch closed with pressure

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SRF Flange Installation

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1. Before grinding of hull and SRF flange, precautions must be taken against grinding dust inside the boat. Surfaces to be moulded/bonded must be ground to remove coating and material to achieve sufficient adhesion.
2. Apply glue/filler on bottom edges of SRF flange or on the hull for bonding between connection surfaces. Ensure the filler is compatible with hull materials.
3. Place the SRF flange into position ensuring the correct orientation. Gaps between SRF and hull must be filled. Grind and smooth the surfaces after curing time.
4. Laminate the inside and outside of the SRF flange to the hull by applying several layers of fibreglass and ensure that the resin and fibreglass is compatible with hull and flange materials.
5. After curing time, smooth all moulded surfaces and apply coating. Apply putty before coating if necessary.
Once the coating has cured the retract housing can be installed.

Inside and outside moulding surfaces must be ground to remove coating/ material to achieve correct
adhesion for moulding.

Apply glue/filler for bonding between hull and SRF flange

Retract SRF

flange

Hull Gaps between SRF and hull must be filled. Grind and smooth the surfaces after curing time.
5

Layers of fiberglass cloth

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Retract Housing Installation

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! Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
1. Apply MS Polymer or equivalent on SRF flange top surface to seal and avoid water leakage. (Ensure that the glue is compatible with the flange and retract housing materials.)

2. Place the thruster housing on the SRF flange.

3. Insert and fasten bolts. Start with the 4 corner bolts followed by the remaining to required torque.

Retract thruster

Apply MS polymer or equivalent on flange surface

Retract thruster

Tighten bolts to 4Nm - 2.9lb/ft

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Hatch Installation

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! Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
1. Fit pin bolts to the lower tunnel rods. The ends of the bolts must be sharp to create marks in the hatch. The pin bolts must be at the correct height so the hatch will fit in its inner position.

2. Place hatch in its inner position, then press or tap with a hammer to create punch marks inside of the hatch.

3. Drill 4 marked holes and countersink the outer hull side. (NB: drill holes vertical to the hatch surface.)

4. Bolt the hatch to the tunnel. Ensure the bolts do NOT conflict with the propeller tunnel. (NB: Bolts can be cut, depending on hatch thickness.)

5. Apply a layer of aluminium or duct tape on hatch opening edges on the hull. Apply filler or equivalent to hatch edges to create a perfect seal between hatch and hull.

6. Operate the thruster to "IN" position. Smooth out the filler and add more if needed. After curing time, grind and smooth the surface.

7. Apply glue on twist rings contact surface. Tighten bolts so hatch will fit properly.

8. Apply coating inside and outside of the hatch and on the hull.

9. Remove the red spacer block located above the tunnel.

Pin bolts with sharp

ends to punch mark

the hole pattern to

hatch

Tap/ press to get punch marks of hole pattern

Drill holes

Inside of hatch

Ensure to adjust the hatch bolts so they do NOT conflict the tunnel. Bolts must
be tightened firmly.

Apply a layer of aluminium or duct tape on hatch opening edges

The hatch contact edges and the hull contact edges

MUST work as the mechanical end stop. During cruising,

slamming forces from the water must be absorbed by

these areas, not the thruster.

Apply filler on hatch edges

Countersink all 4 Outside of hatch holes

Run the tunnel IN with filler

on hatch edges

Smooth out filler and add more if needed. After curing time grind and smoothen the surface
9

Apply coating
Tighten bolts and nuts

Glue twist rings to hatch before tightening bolts

Remove red distance part
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V-Motor to House Installation

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! Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
1. Install the motor onto the motor bracket ensuring the couplings and the drive shafts have locked together. (NB: depending on your coupling you may need to wiggle the motor into place. Ensure the couplings are engaging correctly. Ensure the motor cable terminals are accessible for electrical installation later.)

2. Fasten the bolts holding the motor to the motor bracket with the defined torque.

3. Check the drive shafts engage by rotating the propeller. It is required the propeller can rotate via hand power. (NB: Rotating the propellers can be hard because of the gear reduction and the motor.)

4. Apply grease to the internal drive shaft. We advise painting the gear house and propellers with anti-fouling. (NB: Do not paint the anodes, sealing, rubber fittings or propeller shafts)

(NB: The motor must be covered to avoid dust from fabrication/ maintenance operation entering the motor or the solenoids. After fabrication maintenance operations have ceased the cover must be removed before operating the thruster.)

Install the relevant motor and

other electronics according to

electrical instructions in the

manual

2
Bolt tightening force (4x) 33 Nm (24 lb/ft)

a mm 18mm Loctite 243

a mm

Example: height A = 47mm - 48mm. The correct placement of the lower flexible coupling unit should be measured from the top surface of the motor bracket to the bottom inner surface of the lower flexible coupling. (NB: The extra 1mm is added to eliminate the risk of compression to the rubber element between the two couplings.)

18mm

IMPORTANT! The rubber/plastic element must be in its correct position, fully inserted
but not compressed.

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L-Motor to House Installation

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2. Fasten the bolts holding the motor to the motor bracket with the defined torque.

4. Apply grease to the internal drive shaft. We advise painting the gear house and propellers with anti-fouling. (NB: Do not paint the anodes, sealing, rubber fittings or propeller shafts)

Install the relevant motor and

other electronics according to

electrical instructions in the

manual

Bolt tightening force (4x) 33 Nm (24 lb/ft)

a mm

18mm

Loctite 243

a mm

18mm

Loctite 243

IMPORTANT! The rubber/plastic element must be in its correct position, fully inserted
but not compressed.
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Support For the Motor

If you are installing the motor at an angle of more than 30 degrees off vertical, the motor will require separate/ additional support.

FASTEN (3 Nm) (2.2 lb/ft)

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Electrical Installation for eVision Retract Thrusters

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1. Plan the location of electrical components before starting with the electrical installation. Main electrical components will typically consist of battery, fuse, main switch and thruster motor, see Wiring Diagram chapter for an overview.

Sleipner offers both manual main switches and Automatic Main Switches (AMS). Sleipner AMS is controlled by the control panel in addition to the option of manual operation. Turning on the control panel also turn on the automatic main switch. When the control panel is turned off the automatic main switch is turned off. This ensures that the control electronics and motor are only energized when the control panel is turned on. Sleipner offers AMS supporting either S-Link or ON/OFF control panels. Note that the AMS requires a separate power supply which should be protected by a dedicated fuse. Ensure to select an AMS with a voltage rating according to the chosen motor- and battery voltage.

Electrical products installed in gasoline engine spaces or other areas potentially exposed for explosive gases must be Ignition Protected. Products installed in such locations should conform to the ISO 8846, SAE J1171 or UL 1500 standard.

2. Estimate the total length of the power cables to determine the recommended cross-section. The total power cable length is defined as the distance from the positive battery terminal, via fuse, main switch, and thruster motor, and all the way back to the negative battery terminal.

3. Find the recommended power cable cross-section for the installation by using the estimated total power cable length and the table shown in the chapter Electrical Reference Guide.

4. Select the recommended fuse size by using the table shown in the chapter Electrical Reference Guide.

5. Use an appropriate dimensioned battery with Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) according to recommendations given in the Electrical Reference Guide chapter. Battery voltage must be compliant with the voltage rating of the thruster motor and control circuitry. The capacity and rated discharge current of the battery should be according to the rated nominal current drawn and the typical duty cycle for thruster operation. The nominal current drawn is listed in the Electrical Reference Guide chapter.

The actual voltage at the motor while running the thruster determines the motor current draw. Using a smaller cross-section than recommended or a low-capacity battery could reduce performance and efficiency.

Installing a battery close to the thruster reduces the length of the power cables and potentially increases the performance, due to lower voltage drop in the power cables. For installations on large vessels with bow and stern thrusters or catamarans a dedicated battery for each thruster should be considered.

6. Install the cable from the retract mechanism as described in the chapter Retract Thruster Controller Cable Installation.

7. Install and connect the electrical components according to the applicable Wiring Diagram chapter.

For safety reasons it is always recommended to install a fuse and a main switch on the power cables and as close as possible to the positive battery terminal. The main switch must be installed such that it is easily accessible so that the thruster can be electrically disconnected to a safe state when not on-board or in the case of an emergency.

For dual thruster systems using only one battery bank a dedicated fuse and main switch should be installed for each thruster. These should be installed close to the battery bank.

Follow the instructions in the Motor Lug Connection chapter when fastening the power cables to the motor.

WARNING Battery terminal polarity must be observed and connected correctly

8. Fuse and main switch should be installed according to the installation manual accompanying the products.

9. Install the control panel according to the instructions in the Installation Guide included with the control panel.

10. See the S-Link System Description chapter for detailed information on the installation of the S-Link Power cable and additional S-Link components.

WARNING After all electrical connections have been completed, turn off main switch and check the following with an ohmmeter:
1. There is no electrical connection between motor flange and the positive terminal on the motor. 2. There is no electrical connection between motor flange and the negative terminal on the motor.
If unsure contact skilled personnel.

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Motor Lug Connection

Lugs

Washer

Spring End nut washer

Washer
Spring washer

IMPORTANT Ensure flush and secure contact on
all lug connections

IMPORTANT Do NOT use washers between lugs, this causes overheating and fire. Spring washers must be placed in the outer position before tightening the nut.

End nut
(M10) Nut Tighten to *max 13 Nm (9.59 lb/ft)

Lug Washer

Lugs

Single-lug configuration Ensure solid lug face connection.

Spring washer

End nut

Multi-lug configuration Ensure lug faces are back to back.

S-Link Connector
S-Link cable
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Electrical Reference Guide

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Model Size

System Voltage

Nominal current

*Min. battery
CCA

Rec. fuse

Unit

ERV/L 130/250

24V 48V

ERV/L 170/250

24V 48V

ERV 210/250

24V 48V

300 A 180 A 420 A 225 A 600 A 320 A

DIN: 300 SAE: 570 EN: 510

ANL 250

mm² AWG

DIN: 180 SAE: 342 EN: 306

ANL 125

mm² AWG

DIN: 420 SAE: 798 EN: 714

ANL 400

mm² AWG

DIN: 225

mm²

SAE: 428 ANL 200

EN: 383

AWG

DIN: 600 SAE: 1140 ANL 500 EN: 1020

mm² AWG

DIN: 320 SAE: 608 EN: 544

ANL 300

mm² AWG

<7m total + & -

Min.

Rec.

1/0

2/0

3/0

2/0

Cross Section Guide for Power Cables

7-14m total + & -

15-21m total + & -

22-28m total + & -

Min.

Rec.

Min.

Rec.

Min.

Rec.

120

1/0

2/0

3/0

4/0

120

1/0

2/0

3/0

4/0

120

2 x 95

2/0

3/0

4/0

2 x 3/0

120

2 x 70

2/0

3/0

4/0

2 x 2/0

120

2 x 70

120

2 x 95

3/0

4/0

2/0

4/0

2 x 3/0

120

2 x 70

2/0

3/0

4/0

2 x 2/0

28-35m total + & -

Min.

Rec.

120 3/0 120 3/0 2 x 95 2 x 3/0 2 x 70

2 x 70 2 x 2/0 2 x 70 2 x 2/0 2 x 95 2 x 3/0 2 x 95

2 x 2/0 2 x 95 2 x 3/0 2 x 70 2 x 2/0

2 x 3/0 2 x 95 2 x 3/0 2 x 95 2 x 3/0

36-45m total + & -

Min.

Rec.

2 x 95 2 x 3/0 2 x 95 2 x 3/0 2 x 120 2 x 4/0 2 x 120

2 x 4/0 2 x 120 2 x 4/0 2 x 95 2 x3/0

2 x 4/0 2 x 120 2 x 4/0 2 x 120 2 x 4/0

eVision thrusters have high efficiency and can therefore offer long run times. The proposed cable cross sections in above table are only for reference. Dependent on system voltage, the stated nominal current is measured with 21V or 42V at the motor terminals.

Lover voltage level at the motor terminals will increase the current drawn by the thruster. To avoid significant voltage drop and excessive heat generation in cables and other system components selection of battery and cable cross section is critical.

Higher current consumption can also be caused by incorrect thruster installation and marine growth in the tunnel and on the propeller.

Current draw will depend on many factors such as but not limited to: · Voltage drop · Battery health · Cable lengths and dimensions · Performed tunnel installation · Ventilation · Obstructing marine growth

For each installation an experienced electrician should be consulted for cable cross section calculations and selection of fuses, main circuit and batteries.

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Manual Main Switch Wiring Diagram 24V Retract Thruster
The Top wiring diagram is for a single bow or stern thruster system
IMPORTANT See S-Link System Description chapter for detailed information on installation of S-Link POWER Cable, END Terminator and additional S-Link components.

Control panel

ANL Fuse
+
12V BATTERY

Manual Main Switch

S-Link Spur cable

S-Link Backbone cable Retract Thruster

+
12V BATTERY

The top and bottom wiring diagram is for a dual thruster system, for example a bow and stern installation. S-Link Backbone cable

ANL Fuse
+
12V BATTERY

Manual Main Switch

S-Link Spur cable

Retract Thruster

+
12V BATTERY

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Automatic Main Switch Wiring Diagram 24V Retract Thruster
The Top wiring diagram is for a single bow or stern thruster system
IMPORTANT See S-Link System Description chapter for detailed information on installation of S-Link POWER Cable, END Terminator and additional S-Link components.

Control panel

Automatic Main Switch

ANL Fuse

+
12V BATTERY

Fuse 5A

+
12V BATTERY

S-Link Spur cable

S-Link Backbone cable Retract Thruster

The top and bottom wiring diagram is for a dual thruster system, for example a bow and stern installation.

Automatic Main Switch

S-Link Backbone cable

ANL Fuse

+
12V BATTERY

Fuse 5A

S-Link Spur cable

Retract Thruster

+
12V BATTERY

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Manual Main Switch Wiring Diagram 48V Retract Thruster
The Top wiring diagram is for a single bow or stern thruster system
IMPORTANT See S-Link System Description chapter for detailed information on installation of S-Link POWER Cable, END Terminator and additional S-Link components.

Control panel

S-Link Spur cable

S-Link Backbone cable Retract Thruster

ANL Fuse

Manual Main Switch

Switch Fuse 30A

12V BATTERY

The top and bottom wiring diagram is for a dual thruster system, for example a bow and stern installation.

S-Link Spur cable

S-Link Backbone cable Retract Thruster

ANL Fuse

Manual Main Switch

12V BATTERY
22

Switch Fuse 30A

12V BATTERY

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Automatic Main Switch Wiring Diagram 48V Retract Thruster
The Top wiring diagram is for a single bow or stern thruster system
IMPORTANT See S-Link System Description chapter for detailed information on installation of S-Link POWER Cable, END Terminator and additional S-Link components.

Control panel

S-Link Spur cable Automatic Main Switch
ANL Fuse

S-Link Backbone cable Retract Thruster

12V BATTERY

Fuse 5A Switch Fuse 30A

12V BATTERY

The top and bottom wiring diagram is for a dual thruster system, for example a bow and stern installation.

Automatic Main Switch ANL Fuse

S-Link Spur cable

S-Link Backbone cable Retract Thruster

12V BATTERY

Fuse 5A Switch Fuse 30A

12V BATTERY

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S-Link System Description

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S-Link is a CAN-based control system used for communication between Sleipner products installed on a vessel. The system uses BACKBONE Cables as a common power and communication bus with separate SPUR Cables to each connected unit. Only one S-Link POWER cable shall be connected to the BACKBONE Cable. Units with low power consumption are powered directly from the S-Link bus.

Main advantages of S-Link system: - Compact and waterproof plugs. - BACKBONE and SPUR Cables have different colour coding and keying to ensure correct and easy installation. BACKBONE Cables have blue
connectors and SPUR Cables have green connectors. - Different cable lengths and BACKBONE Extenders make the system scalable and flexible to install.

Installation of S-Link cables: Select appropriate cables to keep the length of BACKBONE- and SPUR Cables to a minimum. In case of planned installation with total BACKBONE Cable length exceeding 100 meters please consult your local distributor. The S-Link cables should be properly fastened when installed to avoid sharp bend radius, cable chafing and undesired strain on connectors. Locking mechanism on connectors must be fully closed. To ensure long lifetime, cables, T-Connectors and Extenders should not be located so that they are permanently immersed in water or other fluids. It is also recommended to install cables such that water and condensation do not run along the cables and into the connectors.
The POWER Cable should ideally be connected around the middle of the BACKBONE bus to ensure an equal voltage drop at each end of the BACKBONE Cable. The yellow and black wire in the POWER Cable shall be connected to GND and the red wire connected to +12VDC or +24VDC.
To reduce the risk of interference, avoid routing the S-Link cables close to equipment such as radio transmitters, antennas or high voltage cables. The backbone must be terminated at each end with the END Terminator.
SPUR cables can be left unterminated to prepare for the installation of future additional equipment. In such cases, ensure to protect open connectors from water and moisture to avoid corrosion in the connectors.

*Blue ends *Green ends

*Blue ends

BACKBONE Cable Forms the communication and power bus throughout a vessel. Available in different standard lengths.

*Green ends

SPUR Cable Used to connect S-Link compliant products to the backbone cable. One SPUR Cable must be used for each connected component, with no exceptions. Recommended to be as short as practically possible. Available in different standard lengths.

*Blue ends

*Green ends

T-Connector Used for connection of SPUR or POWER Cable to the BACKBONE Cable. One T-Connector for each connected cable.

*Blue ends

BACKBONE Extender Connects two BACKBONE Cables to extend the length.

*Green ends

POWER Cable Required in all installations for connection of BACKBONE Cable to a power supply and should be protected with a 2A fuse.

*Blue ends

END Terminator Must be one at each end of the BACKBONE bus.

*Blue ends

*Green ends

*Blue ends
4-Port T-Connector The 4-PORT T-connector allows multiple SPUR Cables to be connected. The 4-PORT T-connector comes with two sealing caps to protect unused ports.

S-Link installation example Control Panel

4 Port T-Connector
End Terminator

Spur Backbone

Spur
Stern Thruster

Automatic Main switch
Spur
*For DC system

Control Panel

Spur

4 Port T-Connector

Backbone Extender Backbone

Power

Black Yellow Red
Switch Optional

S-Link Power Supply
GND
12/24V
Fuse 2A

T-Connector

Backbone

End Terminator

Spur
Bow Thruster

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Check drive shaft alignment

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IMPORTANT Before the thruster motor is operated, check the drive shaft alignment is completely straight when it reaches the end position form the control panel
operation:
1) Connect power to thruster and S-link system. 2) Sett DIP-switch on the controller to 0000. 3) Turn on the panel. (The thruster deploys.) 4) The actuator lever arm is set to alignment marking on the nut 5) If marks align, turn panel off. The thruster retracts. 6) If the marks do not align, proceed to calibrate drive shaft.

Calibrate drive shaft alignment

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(NB: The drive shaft is correctly aligned when manufactured) 1) With dip-switches select `Service Mode'. 2) Align the arrow on the actuator arm with the calibration mark, using the UP/DOWN buttons. 3) With dip-switches select `Sensor Calibration Mode'. 4) Press and hold both UP and DOWN buttons until STATUS LED light up green. (NB: If FAULT LED light-up red, then the calibration is out of position (wrong align mark). 5) With dip-switches select `Operation Mode', thruster retracts.

Actuator Configuration

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Dip-switch number 1 & 2 configures the actuator(s). No.1 set to OFF when the retract has two actuators. No.1 set to ON when the retract only has one actuator. No.2 set to OFF when the retract does not have P8 type actuator(s). No.2 set to ON when the retract has the P8 type actuator(s). If dip-switch no.2 is set to ON and the actuator gives a rattling noise when the door closes, then there probably is not P8 actuator(s) and dip-switch no.2 needs to be set to OFF. The actuator is a P8 type: -If the actuator has a plastic cap at the back where you can adjust the actuator manually. -If it is marked with a sticker with P8 -If the manufacturer label says P8

LED Indication

MC_0069

Continuous red light: Motor over-temp, Controller over-temp, Controller no communication, Motor relay failure, Low battery voltage, Position sensor failure, No power to actuators, Retractable unit failure, Temp sensor open circuit.
Flashing red light: Red light fast blinking: Dip-switch in an invalid position. Red light short flash every 2 seconds: Shaft not calibrated, or shaft calibrated out of range.
Continuous green light: Normal mode, Service mode (actuators operated by UP/DOWN buttons). Re-calibrated "down"-position.
Flashing green light: No S-Link communication.

Actuator arm and nut

(FUSE)

SETTINGS

1 2 3 4

UP
DOWN
FAULT STATUS

Controller

Align pointer on lever arm with red mark on nut

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Control Panel Installation
For Control Panel installation please refer to the Installation Guide accompanying the control panel to be installed.

MC_0398

Installation Guide
Control Panel

SLEIPNER MOTOR AS P.O. Box 519 N-1612 Fredrikstad Norway www.sleipnergroup.com

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Service and Support
Find your local professional dealer from our certified worldwide network for expert service and support. visit our website www.sleipnergroup.com/support

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Product Spare Parts and Additional Resources
For additional supporting documentation, we advise you to visit our website www.sleipnergroup.com and find your
Sleipner product.

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Warranty statement

MC_0024

1. Sleipner Motor AS (The "Warrantor") warrants that the equipment (parts, materials, and embedded software of products) manufactured by the Warrantor is free from defects in workmanship and materials for purpose for which the equipment is intended and under normal use and
maintenance service (the "Warranty"). 2. This Warranty is in effect for two years (Leisure Use) or one year (Commercial and other Non-leisure Use) from the date of delivery/purchase by
the end user, with the following exceptions; (a) For demonstration vessels, or vessels kept on the water, the dealer is considered as the end user from 6 months after their launch of the vessel;
(b) The warranty period starts no later than 18 months after the first launch of the vessel. Please note that the boat manufacturer and dealer must pay particular attention to correct maintenance and service both by the products manuals as well as general good practice for the location the boat is kept in the period the boat is in their care. In cases where the 6 and 18 months grace periods for boat builders and dealers are passed, it is possible to obtain a full warranty upon inspection and approval of the warrantor or such representative. 3. Certain parts, classified as wearable or service parts, are not covered by the warranty. A failure to follow the required maintenance and service work as described in the product manual render all warranty on parts or components directly or indirectly affected by this void. Please also note that for some parts, time is also a factor separately from actual operational hours. 4. This Warranty is transferable and covers the equipment for the specified warranty period. 5. The warranty does not apply to 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 specifically designed as waterproof. 6. In case the equipment seems to be defective, the warranty holder (the "Claimant") must do the following to make a claim:
(a) Contact the dealer or service centre where the equipment was purchased and make the claim. Alternatively, the Claimant can make the claim to a dealer or service centre found at www.sleipnergroup.com. The Claimant must present a detailed written statement of the nature
and circumstances of the defect, to the best of the Claimant's knowledge, including product identification and serial nbr., the date and place of purchase and the name and address of the installer. Proof of purchase date should be included with the claim, to verify that the warranty period has not expired; (b) Make the equipment available for troubleshooting and repair, with direct and workable access, including dismantling of furnishings or similar, if any, either at the premises of the Warrantor or an authorised service representative approved by the Warrantor. Equipment can only be returned to the Warrantor or an authorised service representative for repair following a pre-approval by the Warrantor's Help Desk and if so, with the Return Authorisation Number visible postage/shipping prepaid and at the expense of the Claimant. 7. Examination and handling of the warranty claim: (a) If upon the Warrantor's or authorised service Representative's examination, the defect is determined to result from defective material or workmanship in the warranty period, the equipment will be repaired or replaced at the Warrantor's option without charge, and returned to the Purchaser at the Warrantor's expense. If, on the other hand, the claim is determined to result from circumstances such as described in section 4 above or a result of wear and tear exceeding that for which the equipment is intended (e.g. commercial use of equipment intended for leisure use), the costs for the troubleshooting and repair shall be borne by the Claimant; (b) No refund of the purchase price will be granted to the Claimant, unless the Warrantor is unable to remedy the defect after having a reasonable number of opportunities to do so. In the event that attempts to remedy the defect have failed, the Claimant may claim a refund of the purchase price, provided that the Claimant submits 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. 8. Warranty service shall be performed only by the Warrantor, or an authorised service representative, and any attempt to remedy the defect by anyone else shall render this warranty void. 9. No other warranty is given beyond those described above, implied or otherwise, including any implied warranty of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose other than the purpose for which the equipment is intended, and any other obligations on the part of the Warrantor or its employees and representatives. 10. There shall be no responsibility or liability whatsoever on the part of the Warrantor or its employees and representatives based on this Warranty
for injury to any person or persons, or damage to property, loss of income or profit, or any other incidental, consequential or resulting damage or cost claimed to have been incurred through the use or sale of the equipment, including any possible failure or malfunction of the equipment or damages arising from collision with other vessels or objects. 11. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from country to country.

Patents

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At Sleipner we continually reinvest to develop and offer the latest technology in marine advancements. To see the many unique designs we have patented visit our website www.sleipnergroup.com/patents

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© Sleipner Group, All rights reserved The information given in the document was right at the time it was published. However, Sleipner Group cannot accept liability for any inaccuracies or omissions it may contain. Continuous product improvement may change the product specifications without notice. Therefore, Sleipner Group cannot accept liability for any possible differences between product and document.
Learn more about our products at www.sleipnergroup.com

SLEIPNER GROUP P.O. Box 519 N-1612 Fredrikstad Norway www.sleipnergroup.com
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Made in Norway

References

Patents - Sleipner Group

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