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1.   TRAILERING  AND STORAGE       When trailering or storing a boat equipped with an Optimus EPS  system  install the steering lock clips to all steering cylinders as  shown below  These clips keep the engines from drifting  preventing  contact with other components which may result in scuffing or  cowling damage  Simply center the engines and snap the clips over  the cylinder shafts to install        A WARNING ENSURE STEERING LOCK CLIPS ARE REMOVED BEFORE OPERATING    BOAT  FAILURE TO REMOVE STEERING LOCK CLIPS WILL RESULT  IN NO STEERING CONTROL     Alternatively  or if the clips are not available  steer the engines all  the way to one side after tilting them up  The weight of the engines  will keep them from shifting       STEERING  LOCK CLIPS   SEE WARNING                  STEERING  LOCK CLIPS     SEE WARNING  a oe    A  Va    Sen  Ze AN    Figure B 1  Steering cylinder lock clips          A 2      2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    SEASTAR  SOLUTIONS       SEASTAR SOLUTIONS  3831 NO  6 ROAD  RICHMOND  B C   CANADA V6V 1P6  FAX 604 270 7172    www seastarsolutions com    ISO 10592    CE       2012 MARINE CANADA ACQUISITION INC   DBA SEASTAR SOLUTIONS    PRINTED IN CANADA    FORM NO  682101 04 14 REV  C    
2.   if NW ABYC Ve MAN di 1 2V  Setting Standards tor Sater Boating atent Pending P              Figure 1 2  PCM labels        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C   1 3         SmartCylinder Label       SEASTAR SOLUTIONS  RICHMOND  BC  CANADA    PRIOR TO EVERY USE    1  Check fluid level in pump reservoirs  consult User s Manual     2  Verify immediate steering response when turning steering wheel s     3  Inspect all steering hoses  fittings  amp  cables for wear  kinking and or leaks   4  Check for binding  loose  worn or leaking steering components     DO NOT operate boat if any component is not in proper working condition        WARNING       PART   EC5310  6 9 MPa  1000psi  MAX  SMART STEERING CYLINDER    Failure to adhere to these warnings may result in loss of steering control  leading to possible ejection  from vessel causing property damage  personal injury and or death        IS010592 Patents Pending  CC ABYC    INSTALLATION  USE AND MAINTENANCE     Ensure steering cylinder is compatible with outboard engine 8 U S C G  ratings     Interference with any object MUST be corrected prior to use     Maintain steering system at a minimum of twice per year     Refer to Installation and User s Manuals for important safety information     Ensure all electrical connections are properly secured and free from corrosion     Keep magnets away from steering cylinders              Figure 1 3  SmartCylinder labels        Steering Service  Valve Labels    To be insta
3.  2  Initial Start UD  ses sus memiaiataeistm meneur etienne 3 5   3 3 System Inspection    3 6  3 4 Installation Checks sn 3 8  3 5  Initial  Sea LC RE 3 9   4 0  System Use    nu ea cove cen EEN ENEE EE eg 4 1  4 1 Before  Each USC 5 155840 4 1  4 2 Multiple Stations Boats                 o o o o oeuauea ala a 4 1  4 3 Autopilot Operation           cccccccc ccc ecec eee eceeeeeeceseeaeeeeeeaes 4 2  5 0 CANtrak Display siennes 5 1  Del PUN OSC Re eee nes to 5 1   5 2 CANtrak Display Navigation    5 2   5 3 CANtrak Display Map     All Helms Active                        5 3   5 4 All Helms Active Screens KEREN 5 4  5 4 1 All Helms Active  Normal Steering Mode             5 4   5 4 3 Settings Screen   Steering                                 5 5   5 4 4 Display  DISP  Screen    5 7   6 0 System Faults 8  Hazards                                                 6 1  6 10 Hazard  D  finitions enge ue atacada 6 1  E EE EE 6 1   BA  2D Mari EE 6 1   6 1 3 CAUT ON ses 6 1   6 2 System Fault Handling            ccccccecseceeceeeeeeceeceeeeeeeeeees 6 2  6 2 1 Danger Fault Handling    6 2   6 2 2 Limp Home  6 3   6 2 3 Warning Fault Handling    6 5   6 2 4 System Fault Handling     Example                        6 7   6 2 5 CANtrak LOSS of Display    6 8   6 3  BUZZEP j ccissnakedecacahieanadadeincdiccene nine nat a ai 6 9   6 4 Reduced Performance  VU  6 9  6 5 Steering Fluid Loss                              6 9       2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C Li      7 
4.  5 to 8 Turns    Helm Turns at High Speed   Sets the number of turns  hard over to hard over  when the vessel is  running at high speeds  The range is 3 5 to 8 Turns    Helm Effort at Low Speed   Sets the steering resistance when the vessel is running at low speeds   It is adjustable between 1 and 100    Helm Effort at High Speed   Sets the steering resistance when the vessel is running at high speeds   It is adjustable between 1 and 100    Helm Effort in Auto Pilot   Sets the steering resistance when autopilot is engaged  To prevent    accidental course corrections with the wheel this should be set slightly  higher than the high speed effort  It is adjustable between 1 and 100       May not be available on all installations  Contact your dealer builder        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C   5 5      5 4 3    Settings Screen   Steering    continued       The steering resistance and turns have both low speed and high speed  settings  The low speed and high speed set points may be determined  by various sources  for example  Engine RPM  Throttle position  etc   These are configured by your dealer and are not adjustable     The number of turns and steering resistance at these low and high  speeds are user adjustablet  These settings will automatically  increase smoothly between the low speed and high speed points as  shown in figure 5 5           CAUTION    Adjusting steering effort for steering turns can significantly impact  boat handling  Proceed wi
5.  6 2       6 2 1    VVill appear if multiple  faults are active to allovv  user to scroll through    System Fault Handling       In case of a Danger or Warning message  the CANtrak display will  advise the operator how to proceed  The following sections describe  what to expect in case of either fault     Danger Fault Handling          A danger fault is a critical system fault which will result in limited or  no steering performance and requires immediate action     During a danger fault  the CANtrak display will display DANGER across  the top  sound a continuous buzzer  until muted  and display fault  information and handling in three zones  See figure 6 1     Active Fault    Active fault description line 1    Active fault description line 2   Description Zone    System status line 1  System status line 2    System Status Zone    Fault handling instructions line 1  Fault handling instructions line 2    Fault handling instructions line 3   Fault Handling  Fault handling instructions line 4      Instructions Zone    ETS ETS EH ONE Ell       Figure 6 1  Danger fault screen layout     Active Fault Description Zone  Provides details specific to the system fault  These will include a brief  description of the fault and are primarily for troubleshooting purposes     System Status Zone   Displays information about the status of the system and if the system  has automatically reacted to the fault    Fault Handling Instructions Zone   Provides detailed instructions on how to proceed  
6.  C    11 Safety Labels  NOTE  THE LABELS BELOW SHOULD CALL ATTENTION TO THE    POSSIBLE HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE EQUIPMENT SHOWN  LATER IN THIS MANUAL  SEE SECTION 3 1                 Hydraulic Pump Labels s    OPTIMUS  d     BY LS ML    HYDRAULIC STEERING PUMP    PART No  EP1000  12 100001     WARNING    Prior to use check fluid level in pump reservoirs  Install  and maintain in accordance with SEASTAR SOLUTIONS  installation manuals  Use SeaStar Electronic Power  Steering Fluid ONLY  NEVER use brake fluid  Any non   approved fluid may cause irreparable damage resulting  in loss of steering control and may void warranty  Failure  to comply with the above may result in loss of steering  control  leading to possible ejection from vessel causing  property damage  personal injury and or death           CAUTION  HOT       682003    qi SEASTAR SOLUTIONS  ABYC  SAE J1171 C     RICHMOND  BC  CANADA                 Figure 1 1  Hydraulic steering pump labels        Pump Control Module   PCM  Labels                      4 CAN1 CAN1 CAN3 CAN 2   IES TES TES  EM1100 PUMP CONTROL MODULE QP TIMUS     WARNING SERIAL NUMBER  EN ace  RFU1   REFER TO INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIFIC APPLICATION  al RFU2  INSTALL AND MAINTAIN IN ACCORDANCE WITH SEASTAR  SOLUTIONS INSTRUCTIONS  FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SEASTAR SOLUTIONS  ABOVE MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL  1S0 25197  Ignition Protected             LEADING TO POSSIBLE EJECTION FROM VESSEL CAUSING  PROPERTY DAMAGE  PERSONAL INJURY AND OR DEATH
7.  PROCEED WITH  EXTREME CAUTION  ALWAYS WEAR A PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE   PFD  AND LANYARD     Limp Home Mode 1    If the steering system can no longer provide steering to ANY of the  engines  proceed by using Limp Home Mode 1  as follows     1  Put engine s  in Neutral    2  Open Steering Service Valves    3  Manually center all engines    4  Close Steering Service Valves   5  Return to port using throttles to steer     Limp Home Mode 2    If the steering system can no longer provide steering to ONE of the  engines  proceed by using Limp Home Mode 2  as follows     1  Put engine s  in Neutral    2  Open Steering Service Valves    3  Turn affected engine fully away from other   4  Close Steering Service Valves   5  Fully tilt affected engine and switch it off   6  Return to port        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    6 3    Buzzer          6 4    The buzzer is used to indicate a system fault  There are tvvo   different signals    1   Continuously on  This indicates a danger fault  A danger fault is a  critical system fault which will result in limited or no steering  performance and requires immediate action  See Section 6 1 1    2  Alternating on and off  This indicates a warning fault     warning  fault is a non critical system fault which may cause the steering  speed to be reduced  See Section 6 1 2     All signals require immediate attention     When the buzzer sounds a screen will appear on the CANtrak indicating  the cause for the alarm  The
8.  WARNING    HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH  IF NOT ACTED UPON   COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH       A CAUTION     CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor injury or    product or property damage        NOTICE       2012 SeaStar Solutions    Information which is important to proper use or maintenance  but is  not hazard related     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C ETS    This page left intentionally blank        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    INDEX       AbDreviatiOns css ENEE eege iv   1 0 Safety Instructions                                                  1 1  AA Safety Labels    E SEA Ee 1 3   2 0 Introduction    EEN EENS ERKENNEN EEN EE EE 2 1  2 1 Welcome iecsontacia daca tagesasadanea medi dummadcina See geet deele de 21  2 2 Optimus System Overview    2 1   2 3 Optimus EPS Single Station System Diagram                2 2   2 4 Optimus EPS Dual Station System Diagram                  2 3   3 0 First Time Operation    3 1  3 1 Locate the Following Steering System Components       3 1  3 1 1 Electronic Heimtsl 3 1   3 1 2 Circuit Breakers for Optimus EPS System             3 1   3 1 3 Pump Control Module  PCM                               e 3 2   3 1 4 Hydraulic Steering PumMmps      ena a Le 3 2   3 1 5 SmartCylinders                          ana eaLaa 3 3   3 1 6 Steering Service Valves                                   3 3   3 1 7 Cantrak Display                          222aeaea naval aa 3 4   3
9.  an example of how the system would respond to the  warning fault hazard of a communication loss     The CANtrak display will enter the warning screen mode and pulse  the system warning buzzer  The three warning screen zones will  appear as shown below     This area shows the      PCM lost CAN2 communication with   i  active faults second station joystick  D  Active Fault  Operation with second station joystick   Description Zone  Describes what system has SE MA System Status Zone    done to react to fault    Tells the User how  to proceed    Fault Handling  Instructions Zone          Figure 6 6  Sample warning fault        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C 6 7    6 2 5    CANtrak Loss of Display       If CANtrak display operation is lost proceed as follows     1  On a multiple helm station vessel each station may be equipped  with a CANtrak display  If so equipped  navigate from another helm  station and return to port for service     2  If there are no secondary displays on board  carefully verify  at  low speed  that the steering system operates normally then  immediately and cautiously proceed to port for service    8  If both steering response and CANtrak display are lost  you are    unable to obtain assistance  and you are in an emergency  situation  proceed as follows        A WARNING    LIMP HOME MODE IS AN OVERRIDE SYSTEM  IT MAY SEVERELY LIMIT  YOUR BOAT CONTROL  IT SHOULD ONLY BE USED IN AN EMERGENCY  IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO CALL FOR ASSISTANCE 
10.  first      1  All points noted above     2  Remove support rod from engine steering tilt tube  Clean engine  steering tilt tube and re grease using a good quality marine  grease     8  Grease support rod liberally     4  Grease all contact points shown in the figure below  DO NOT  remover the tiller bolt to re grease     5  Remove the steering wheel s  and re grease the wheel shaft s   using a good quality marine grease     6  Inspect hydraulic oil for cleanliness  flush if required     7  Check that the service valve is free to move and in the closed  position           WARNING    7 2    ANY WORK BEING PERFORMED WITH THE STEERING SYSTEM  MUST BE COMPLETED BY A QUALIFIED MECHANIC WITH A  WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF THE SYSTEM        GREASE SUPPORT ROD   TILT TUBE  amp  SUPPORT eue    BRACKET HOLE ET TT 49    KH     gt     ee Pes  ee GREASE SUPPORT ROD     TILT TUBE  amp  SUPPORT  BRACKET HOLE          Figure 7 1  Grease points on cylinder mounts        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C       8 0    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE          WARNING    VVHENEVER  IN THE FOLLOVVING TEXT  A SOLUTION CALLS FOR  REMOVAL FROM VESSEL AND OR DISMANTLING OF STEERING  SYSTEM COMPONENTS  SUCH WORK MUST ONLY BE CARRIED  OUT BY A QUALIFIED MARINE HYDRAULIC MECHANIC  SEASTAR  SOLUTIONS OFFERS THE FOLLOWING AS A GUIDE ONLY AND IS  NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENCES RESULTING FROM  INCORRECT DISMANTLING REPAIRS     Optimus EPS steering will provide years of safe reliable performance  
11.  located  immediately under the wheel or just behind the dash panel  The  images below show typical helms        3 1 2    Keep magnets away from the helm  They may interfere with proper  helm operation        EPS Front Mount Helm EPS Rear Mount Helm       EPS Classic Tilt Helm EPS Sport Plus Tilt Helm       Figure 3 1  EPS Helm configurations     Circuit Breakers for Optimus EPS System       These are supplied by the installer and may be mounted in a variety  of locations  Check near the batteries  in the circuit breaker box  or  near the PCM or hydraulic pumps  There should be a 60 amp breaker  for each PCM power feed     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C ESE    3 1 3    3 1 4    Pump Control Module  PCM        The PCM is located in a dry area and can usually be found inside the  center console  in the area behind the dash  or in a compartment  near the engines or batteries  The PCM is alvvays located close to the  steering pumps  There vvill be one PCM on most boats  except for  some triple and quad engine configurations that use tvo PCMS         Figure 8 2  Pump control module     Hydraulic Steering Pumps       The hydraulic steering pumps supply pressurized  fluid to the SmartCylinders to steer the engines   and are located near the PCM  They can usually  be found in a compartment near the engines   the center console  or behind the dash   There is one pump for each steering  cylinder  The steering fluid reservoir is  mounted directly to the pump  it is here  that you wil
12.  screen will also display a    mute    button  which may be used to silence the alarm     Reduced Performance       Under certain fault conditions the steering response will slow down   A typical cause might be a very low battery  When this happens   the CANtrak will advise the operator of the condition  indicate the  reason  and supply instructions        A WARNING    6 5    PROCEED WITH CAUTION UNTIL THE FAULT IS CORRECTED AND  NORMAL STEERING OPERATION RETURNS     Steering Fluid Loss          In an emergency condition  and if SeaStar EPS steering fluid is not  available  the following fluids may be used for a short period of time     e SeaStar steering fluid   e Automatic transmission fluid   e Motor oil   If any of the above are used then the system should be flushed and    refilled with SeaStar EPS steering fluid when the boat is returned  to port     In the event of an extreme emergency  any non toxic  non flammable  fluid may provide temporary steering        A WARNING       2012 SeaStar Solutions    NEVER USE BRAKE FLUID IN THE STEERING SYSTEM     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C   6 9      This page left intentionally blank        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    7 0    MAINTENANCE          WARNING    11    FOLLOWING THE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES OUTLINED  BELOW WILL ENSURE YEARS OF SERVICE FROM YOUR OPTIMUS  ELECTRONIC STEERING SYSTEM  AS WELL AS KEEP YOU AND YOUR  PASSENGERS SAFE FROM THE DANGERS THAT ARE PRESENT ON  AND OFF THE WATE
13. 0 Maintenance         0 cccccsccscecccencecenescececcecueeeceneececeeueceeeeneanes 7 1    7 1 Owner s   End User  71   7 2 Qualified Marine Mechamic   aa a 71   8 0 Troublesboottns  enke ENNEN RN REENEN REN 8 1  9 0 Replacement Parts    ee EE ENEE EN ENEE ENEE EE 9 1  9 1 SeaStar Electronic Power Steering Fluid                         9 1   10 0 Warranty veer   n See EES ENEE E non KEREN NATER EE 10 1  10 1 Statement of Limited Warranty                                   10 1   10 2 Return Goods Procedure               cecceceeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeees 10 1  APPENDIX A     Specifications    mms A 1  APPENDIX B     Trailering and Storage                                         A 2    ABBREVIATIONS    The following abbreviations are used in this manual        ABYC American Boat  amp  Yacht Council   AP Autopilot   CAN Controller Area Network   EPS Electronic Power Steering   GPS Global Positioning System   INFO Information   HI High   LO Low   MPH Miles Per Hour   NMEA National Marine Electronics Association  NMEA 20002 A protocol for digital communication on a CAN Bus  PCM Pump Control Module   RPM Revolutions Per Minute   STBD Starboard  right     Note  Some abbreviations not listed here may be found in their  respective sections        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    1 0 SAFETY INFORMATION      A WARNING   WARNING THE SAFETY INFORMATION PROVIDED BELOW IS INTENDED TO    INFORM YOU OF THE DANGERS THAT MAY BE PRESENT BEFORE   DURING AND AFTER USE  IT IS CRIT
14. 5 0 for steering  adjustments or contact your dealer        Keep magnets away from the helm  They may interfere with  proper helm operation     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C EZE    This page left intentionally blank        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    4 0    4 1    SYSTEM USE    If this is the first time use  or for more details  see Section 3 of  this manual     Before Each Use          WARNING    PRIOR TO EVERY USE    PERFORM A SYSTEM INSPECTION AS OUTLINED BELOW  SEE   SECTION 8 3 FOR FURTHER DETAILS    1  Remove steering lock clips  see Appendix B  if they have been  installed for trailering or storage    2  Check steering fluid level in all steering pumps     3  Verify immediate steering response when turning steering  wheel s      4  Inspect all steering hoses  fittings and mechanical and electrical  cables for wear  kinks  or leaks     5  Check for binding  loose  worn or leaking steering or shift throttle  control components     6  Verify proper shift and throttle response for all control levers   7  Verify that no alarms or warnings are shown on the CANtrak display        A WARNING    4 2    DO NOT OPERATE BOAT IF ANY COMPONENT IS NOT IN  PROPER WORKING CONDITION     Multiple Station Boats          DANGER    NEVER ATTEMPT TO MOVE FROM ONE HELM STATION TO  ANOTHER WHILE THE VESSEL IS UNDER WAY  ALWAYS  PLACE ENGINES IN NEUTRAL AND ENSURE THE BOAT IS  STATIONARY BEFORE MOVING TO ANOTHER STATION        A CAUTION       2012 SeaStar Solu
15. A danger fault is a critical system fault which will result in limited or no  steering performance and requires immediate action     Depending on the nature of the fault  steering will either be restricted  to one engine or Suspended completely  The engines may need to be  manually realigned and the vessel steered using the shift and throttle     In the event of a danger fault  the CANtrak buzzer will sound continuously   until muted  and the CANtrak display will advise the operator on how  to proceed  See Section 6 2 1 for danger fault handling specifics     Warning       6 1 3    A warning fault is a non critical system fault which may cause the  steering speed to be reduced     Although a warning fault may not always adversely affect steering  performance it is an indication of a problem in the system and  should be remedied     In the event of a warning fault  the CANtrak buzzer will sound  intermittently  until muted  and the CANtrak will display the Warning  screen  See Section 6 2 3 for warning fault handling specifics     Caution          2012 SeaStar Solutions    A caution fault is a non critical system fault that will have no effect on  system performance  Although a caution fault will not adversely affect  steering it is an indication of a problem in the system and should be  corrected as soon as possible  The yellow warning triangle will remain  on the CANtrak display screen until a technician has remedied the issue     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C   6 1     
16. E SOURCE                             SS    SWITCH PANEL          COMPONENTS NOT SUPPLIED  BY SEASTAR SOLUTIONS       HYDRAULIC HYDRAULIC    HOSE    CYLINDER CYLINDER       Figure 2 1  Optimus EPS system diagram  single station        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    2 4 Optimus EPS Dual Station System Diagram                 COLOR  CANtrak    Gs COLOR  ENGINE GATEWAY   a CANtrak    12 VOLT POWER                  EN          BUZZER  TZ                    1 SERVICE PORT  1 AUTOPILOT CCU          MYOMLAN ENVI  000ZVAINN             CAN1 NETWORK             5  Do             UA                                                                                                                                                       HYDRAULIC HYDRAULIC  PUMP      D  KZ da 7    3 Ia            5   1   of  STARBOARD Ca  POWER POWER N    SOURCE SOURCE ea  COMPONENTS NOT SUPPLIED  BY SEASTAR SOLUTIONS  SWITCH PANEL  SS  SERVICE  VALVE  HYDRAULIC HYDRAULIC  HOSE HOSE  d EF  a dei  WA   TZ    SMART  CYLINDER i CYLINDER       Figure 2 2  Optimus EPS system diagram  dual station        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C   2 3      This page left intentionally blank        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C          CAUTION       2012 SeaStar Solutions    3 1    3 1 1    FIRST TIME OPERATION    Locate the Following Steering System  Components    Electronic Helm s        The steering wheel is attached to this unit  which may be
17. ICAL THAT YOU READ AND  UNDERSTAND ALL THE POINTS NOTED        A WARNING THE OPTIMUS EPS SYSTEM MUST ONLY BE INSTALLED BY AN    AUTHORIZED DEALER OR OEM           Safe operation of the steering system depends upon proper installation  and maintenance of the system  and the common sense  safe judgment   knowledge  and expertise of the operator  Every installer and operator  of the steering system should know the following requirements before  installing or operating the steering system     If you have any questions regarding any of these warnings  contact  SeaStar Solutions     To reduce the risk of severe injury or death     1     2     3     Alvvays vvear a Coast Guard Approved personal flotation device   PFD  and use an engine shut off cord  lanyard     Read and understand this User   s manual and the Quick Reference  Card provided with your vessel control components     SeaStar and Optimus components are highly engineered and safety  tested to ensure system integrity  DO NOT substitute any component   Substitution with non SeaStar or non Optimus components may  compromise system safety  performance  and reliability        Prior to every use Perform a system inspection as outlined below  Refer to Section 3 3  for further details     1   2     3     Check steering fluid level in all steering pumps    Verify immediate steering response when turning steering  wheel s     Inspect all steering hoses  fittings and mechanical and electrical  cables for wear  kinks  or leaks    Che
18. In the case of a    danger fault  this will instruct the operator what to do and how to  proceed should Limp Home mode be required        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    6 2 2    Limp Home       When a Danger fault results in steering performance being restricted  or suspended  the CANtrak may provide instructions on how to enter  Limp Home mode    Limp Home will provide instructions for the user to manually move the  engine s  and allow the user to    limp home    at a reduced performance     There are two Limp Home modes depending on the nature of the fault           WARNING       2012 SeaStar Solutions    LIMP HOME MODE IS AN OVERRIDE SYSTEM  IT MAY SEVERELY LIMIT  YOUR BOAT CONTROL  IT SHOULD ONLY BE USED IN AN EMERGENCY  IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO CALL FOR ASSISTANCE  PROCEED WITH  EXTREME CAUTION  ALWAYS WEAR PDFS AND LANYARD  REFER  TO THE NOTICE IN SECTION 6 0     Limp Home Mode 1   This mode occurs when the system can no longer provide steering to  ANY of the engines  The CANtrak will instruct the operator to manually  center the engines using the service valves  then proceed to port  immediately using the shift and throttle controls to steer the vessel     LIMP HOME    Steering is Disabled    1  Put both engines in Neutral   2  Open Steering Service Valves   3  Manually center all engines     4  Close Steering Service Valves   5  Return to port using throttles  to steer        Figure 6 2  Limp home instructions  all steering disabled     Optimu
19. OATS ALL STEERING HELMS ARE ACTIVE    WHEN THE OPTIMUS EPS IS TURNED ON  THIS IS THE SAME AS YOU  WOULD FIND ON A CONVENTIONAL HYDRAULIC STEERING SYSTEM           2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C ES    3 3    System Inspection          WARNING    FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF  BOAT CONTROL  LEADING TO POSSIBLE EJECTION FROM VESSEL   CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE  PERSONAL INJURY AND OR DEATH     1  Check steering fluid level in all steering pumps     Each Optimus hydraulic pump has a steering fluid reservoir   Ensure the fluid level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the  reservoir as shown in the figure below  Use only SeaStar EPS  steering fluid  HA5482  in the Optimus EPS System                                       Figure 3 9  Location of fluid level marks     2  Verify immediate steering response when turning steering wheel s      Turn the steering wheel slowly to port and to starboard and make  sure the engines follow the commands  Watch that the hoses and  cables move freely without any snags or hang ups     3  Inspect all steering hoses  fittings and mechanical and  electrical cables for wear  kinks  or leaks     Check all steering hoses and fittings between the pump  service  valves and cylinders for any signs of leakage  kinking  wear or  chafing  Check all electrical and mechanical cabling for abrasion   wear  rubbing or chafing  Check that all connections are tight and  free of corrosion        2012 SeaStar Solutions 
20. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS       AND USER   S MANUAL    www seastarsolutions com       mmm  OPTIMUS EPS    BY SEASTAR             Electronic Power Steering for  Outboard Powered Vessels    SEASTAR  SOLUTIONS       our WAY  Before e bp e Ka it our WAY         2012 SeaStar Solutions     All Rights Reserved  This document  subject matter and all information  herein is the sole  exclusive and confidential property of SeaStar  Solutions and shall not be disclosed  copied  reproduced or used in  whole or in part for any purpose other than as specifically authorized  in writing by Marine Canada Acquisition  DBA SEASTAR SOLUTIONS         All information  illustrations and specifications in this manual are  based on the latest information available at the time of publishing   The illustrations used in this manual are intended as representative  reference views only  Moreover  because of our continuous product  improvement policy  we may modify information  illustrations and or  specifications to explain and or exemplify a product  service or  maintenance improvement  We reserve the right to make any  change at any time without notice        is a registered trademark of the American Boat  amp   Setting Stand  rde for Safer Boating Yacht Council  http   www  abycinc org     NMEA 2000  is a registered trademark of the National Marine  Electronics Association     Optimus  Optimus EPS  SeaStar  and BayStar are all trademarks of  SeaStar Solutions           ei Kb  California    Proposition 65 W
21. Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    4  Check for binding  loose  vvorn or leahing steering or shift     throttle control components     Check all shift and throttle cables for signs of wear  damage or  chafing  Check that all linkages and cables move freely and are  not binding or corroded       Verify proper shift and throttle response for all control levers     Check that all shift and throttle levers operate freely and cause the  engines to shift accordingly  Put the engines in neutral idle mode  and confirm that the throttle responds correctly and returns to idle       Verify that no alarms or warnings are shown on the CANtrak display     If any warnings are found  follow the instructions on the CANtrak  screen or refer to Section 6 before proceeding     Read the System Inspection steps on the CANtrak display and  acknowledge them by pressing the button labeled OK        A WARNING    DO NOT OPERATE BOAT IF ANY COMPONENT IS NOT IN PROPER  WORKING CONDITION     After becoming familiar with the system inspection process  the   operator can use the OK button to acknowledge that the system  inspection process was understood and completed and can then  go directly to the steering mode screen           CAUTION       2012 SeaStar Solutions    It is recommended the full system inspection be reviewed on a  regular basis to retain familiarity     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C 3 7    3 4    Installation Checks    To verify correct installation of the Optimus SmartCylinder  perfo
22. R     Owner s   End Users           Prior to every use  see Section 3 3 for further details    1  Check steering fluid level in all steering pumps   2  Verify immediate steering response when turning steering wheel s      3  Inspect all steering hoses  fittings and mechanical and electrical  cables for wear  kinks  or leaks     4  Check for binding  loose  worn or leaking steering or shift throttle  control components     5  Verify proper shift and throttle response at all control levers   6  Verify that no alarms or warnings are shown on the CANtrak display        A WARNING    12    DO NOT OPERATE BOAT IF ANY COMPONENT IS NOT IN PROPER  WORKING CONDITION     After every use   1  Rinse the SmartCylinders with clean  fresh water and replace the  CANtrak sun cover     DO NOT rinse the PCM or the pumps     Qualified Marine Mechanic          2012 SeaStar Solutions    After the first 20 hours  then every 100 hours or 6 months thereafter   whichever comes first      1  All points noted above     2  Chech tightness of ALL fasteners fittings throughout the steering  system  Tighten to correct torque specifications as required     3  Chech for mechanical play or slop throughout steering system   correct as required     4  Check for signs of corrosion  If corrosion is present contact your  dealer or SeaStar Solutions     5  Check all electrical cables for chafing and wear     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C 7 1       After the first 200 hours or 12 months thereafter  whichever  comes
23. REPLACEMENT PARTS    91 SeaStar Electronic Power Steering Fluid          The Optimus Steering System is designed for use with genuine  SeaStar Electronic Power Steering Fluid     Quart HA5482    For a comprehensive listing of part numbers  please refer to the  Optimus 50 Installation Manual  part no  682100        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C   9 1      This page left intentionally blank        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    10 0  10 1    WARRANTY    Statement of Limited Warranty          10 2    We warrant to the original retail purchaser that Marine Canada  Acquisition Inc  DBA SEASTAR SOLUTIONS  herein forward referred  to as SeaStar Solutions  products have been manufactured free from  defects in materials and workmanship  This warranty is effective for two  years from date of purchase  excepting that where SeaStar Solutions  products are used commercially or in any rental or income producing  activity  then this warranty is limited to one year from the date of  purchase     We will provide replacement product without charge  for any SeaStar  Solutions product meeting this warranty  which is returned  freight  prepaid  within the warranty period to the dealer from whom such  product were purchased  or to us at the appropriate address  In such  a case SeaStar Solutions products found to be defective and covered  by this warranty  will be replaced at SeaStar Solutions    option  and  returned to the customer     The a
24. SMART CYLINDER    CHECK FOR CLEARANCE TO BOTTOM SIDE  OF SMART CYLINDER WITH ENGINE FULLY  TILTED THROUGHOUT STEERNG RANGE             Figure 3 10  Engine side view when tilted        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    2  Sensor cable     Confirm that the SmartCylinder Sensor Cable is tied  securely to the hoses with gradual bends as shown figure 3 11        STARBOARD  EXIT CABLE   PREFERRED          PORT EXIT CABLE   ALTERNATE METHOD     SMOOTH BEND TIE SECURED   NO KINKING  TO FITTING          CORRECT     SMOOTH  GRADUAL TRANSITIONS         a       A MH                               INCORRECT     LOOSE OR MISSING TIES INCORRECT     SHARP  ABRUPT BENDS  tt  see       H                                       Figure 3 11  Sensor cable and hose routing checks        CAUTION       2012 SeaStar Solutions    3 5    Initial Sea Trial       With the engine lanyard properly connected to you  and any passengers  securely seated  carefully proceed to a section of deep  open water at a  slow to moderate speed  Use the trip to get a feel for the steering  response  When in open water that is deep enough to assure you will  not run aground  try various maneuvers with the boat at various speeds  until you are comfortable operating the boat  Be sure to spend some time  backing up at a slow speed  Once familiar with the operation run the  boat in a safe  normal fashion and enjoy your electronic power steering     If adjustments to the system are required  see Section 
25. arning    Battery posts  terminals  and related  accessories contain lead and lead  compounds  chemicals known to the  state of California to cause cancer  and reproductive ham     Wash hands after handling   L J             Thank you for choosing an Optimus    Electronic Power Steering System  by SeaStar Solutions  You have chosen a state of the art steering  system that will provide years of effortless and trouble free steering  performance     About this Book       This User   s manual contains the information you need to safely operate  and maintain your steering system  It must remain on the boat     Notice to the Operator       Throughout this publication  Dangers  Warnings and Cautions   accompanied by the International Hazard Symbol     are used   to alert the user to special instructions concerning a particular  service or operation that may be hazardous if ignored or performed  incorrectly or carelessly  Observe them carefully     These safety alerts alone cannot eliminate the hazards that they  signal  Strict compliance with these special instructions during  installation  operation  and maintenance  plus common sense  operation  are important measures to prevent accidents     Failure to adhere to these notices may result in the loss of steering    control  leading to possible ejection from the vessel  causing  property damage  injury and or death        A DANGER    IMMEDIATE HAZARDS WHICH  IF NOT ACTED UPON  WILL RESULT  IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH        A
26. behavior        A WARNING    The Title Bar will display     Autopilot Mode    when the  autopilot is engaged     NEVER LEAVE THE HELM STATION UNATTENDED WHEN THE  AUTOPILOT IS ENGAGED           Figure 4 1  Autopilot mode screen        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    5 0 CANtrak DISPLAY          2012 SeaStar Solutions    9 1    Purpose       The Optimus CANtrak display has an easy to navigate menu system   adjustable backlighting for night use and includes a cover to protect  it from the sun when not in use           Figure 5 1  CANtrak display  All Helms Active screen     The CANtrak display serves these purposes   1  Displays the current system operating conditions   2  Handles system faults   a  Displays system warnings in case of a system fault   b  Sounds an audible alarm in case of a system fault   c  Instructs the operator what to do in case of a system fault     3  Permits changes to the basic system settings   4  Provides system and diagnostic information    For details on CANtrak operation see sections 5 2 through 5 4 of  this manual     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C   5 1      5 2    CANtrak Display Navigation       The five buttons at the bottom of the unit are used to select various  actions  The five boxes at the bottom of the display screen indicate  the legend for each button  These legends vary based on what is on    the screen     WORD    OR SYMBOL IDENTIFIES A FUNCTION OR SETTING       A    Moves the cursor up the screen to th
27. bove quoted statement is an extract from the complete SeaStar  Solutions products warranty statement     complete warranty policy is  available in our SeaStar Solutions products catalogue     Return Goods Procedure          Prior to returning product to SeaStar Solutions under warranty  please  obtain a Return Goods Authorization number  claim number      Be sure to label the goods with   a  the name and address of the sender  and  b  the return goods authorization number  claim number     Please address the returned goods as follows     From U S A  From Canada  RGA     RGA       SeaStar Solutions SeaStar Solutions  c o UPS Supply Chain Solutions Inc  3831 No  6 Road  Door A37 Richmond  B C   1201 C Street NW  Auburn  WA  Canada V6V 1P6  98001          Technical Support       2012 SeaStar Solutions    Phone  604 248 3858   email  seastar seastarsolutions com   Hours  Monday to Friday 05 00     15 30 PST  Web  www seastarsolutions com    Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C   10 1      This page left intentionally blank        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C       2012 SeaStar Solutions    APPENDIX A      SPECIFICATIONS       OPTIMUS EPS SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS   Based on EPSK1200 Twin Engine Core Pack     Operating Voltage  12 VDC   Maximum System Pressure  1200 PSI     of wheel turns  Variable from 3 5 to 8   Typical Average Current Draw   6 to 8 Amps   Oil Type  SeaStar Electronic Power Steering Fluid    Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    APPENDIX B   
28. ck for binding  loose  worn or leaking steering or shift throttle  control components     Verify proper shift and throttle response for all control levers     Verify that no alarms or warnings are shown on the CANtrak  display        A WARNING DO NOT OPERATE BOAT IF ANY COMPONENT IS NOT IN PROPER    WORKING CONDITION        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    1 0    Safety information  continued           During use    1  VVEAR A COAST GUARD APPROVED PERSONAL FLOTATION  DEVICE  PFD      2  Attach engine shut off cord  lanyard  to your pfd    3  Never allovv anyone not familiar vvith the operation of the vessel  control system to operate the boat at ANY time    4  Know and adhere to all applicable federal  state  and municipal  laws and regulations that govern boating in your area           WARNING    DO NOT OPERATE BOAT IF ANY COMPONENT IS NOT IN PROPER  WORKING CONDITION           After use    Rinse off the SmartCylinders thoroughly  using only fresh  clean water     DO NOT rinse the PCM  pumps  actuators  or any other component  of the Optimus system     DO NOT use acetone  or cleaners containing ammonia  acids  or any  other corrosive ingredients on any Optimus components           Maintenance    Maintain your Optimus Steering as directed in Section 7 of this manual     Keep our waters clean for all current and future users  Dispose of all  fluids in accordance with your local regulations        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev 
29. e next item        VW    Moves the cursor down the screen to the next item        Enters the sub menu at the cursor location                        Reduces the setting of the selected item   de Increases the setting of the selected item   OK Accepts a given statement or condition and advances  to the next screen   J Returns to previous menu   Save Saves change and returns to previous menu           2012 SeaStar Solutions    Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    5 3 CANtrak Display Map     All Helms Active   Normal Steering Mode        The following diagram shows the progression from the Splash  Screen to the All Helms Active Screen  then illustrates the various  choices available from the All Helms Active screen        Splash Screen               SEC INTERVAL                                                       INFO NEXT NEXT  Initial Warning System Check 1  4 System Check 2  4 System Check 3  St BACK BACK     OK                All Helms Active    Adjust display brightness    Settingst     Set steering parameters such as number of turns  and steering effort        Faults     View active faults        System Health     View the status of all devices on the network   w   Good   A Warning  but operational X Failed   Not found       Device List     Access product information  such as part  number and serial number  for each device on the network       Menu may be deactivated  Contact your dealer        Figure 5 2  CANtrak display map        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operatio
30. ich is electrically connected to a pump  control module  PCM   The PCM converts the steering wheel action  to electrical signals which operate hydraulic pumps  These pumps  move the smart steering cylinders  SmartCylinders  at each engine     The SmartCylinders are equipped with position sensors that feed  engine position back to the PCM  Service valves are installed between  the hydraulic pumps and the SmartCylinders to allow for manual  positioning of the engines should a fault occur  or for use by the  technician during servicing    A CANtrak display shows system operation and fault warnings  The  CANtrak display also permits system sensitivity and configuration  adjustments     The Optimus EPS system is designed and tested to exceed ABYC  safety standards  and includes many advancements to make   the system as fail safe as possible  These include redundant  sensors  fault tolerant communications  self monitoring  and fault  communications to notify and advise the operator in case of fault     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C ESE    2 3 Optimus EPS Single Station System Diagram                           COLOR  ENGINE GATEWAY   CANtrak  12 VOLT POWER    TR             BUZZER  XL     SERVICE PORT         AUTOPILOT CCU    HHOMLAN ENVI  0002VAUN    CAN2 NETWORK                                                                                                                   HYDRAULIC HYDRAULIC                                              ray DS    STARBOARD  POWER POWER  SOURC
31. l check the fluid level and  add steering fluid as necessary           Note  these pumps look similar to   the trim pumps that tilt the engines   They can be distinguished by the RES  decal and the green SeaStar y  EPS steering fluid        Figure 3 3  Hydraulic pump and reservoir        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    3 1 5    SmartCylinders       3 1 6    On outboard boats these are always located just below the engine  cowling and are attached to the engine tiller arm  There will be one  SmartCylinder for each engine on twin engine boats  Most triple  and  quad engine boats use tie bars to steer a pair of engines with a  single SmartCylinder           Figure 3 4  SmartCylinder with sensor     Steering Service Valves       These are located in the hydraulic  lines that go from the steering  pumps to the SmartCylinders   There is one for each steering  cylinder     The steering service valves permit the  bypass of the EPS system and allow  the engines to be manually positioned   They should only be used in the event  of an EPS system failure  Instructions  on how to proceed will be supplied on  the CANtrak display or in Section 6 2           Figure 3 5  Steering service valve          WARNING       2012 SeaStar Solutions    WEAR A COAST GUARD APPROVED PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE   PFD  WHEN MANUALLY REALIGNING ENGINES     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C ESS    3 1 7 CANtrak Display       There is a display at the main helm station that shows the s
32. lled close to the service valve               214460          STEERING SERVICE  VALVE  HA5480    AWARNING    DO NOT OPEN VALVE WITH ENGINES RUNNING   OPEN VALVE AND MANUALLY MOVE ENGINES TO    d          REPOSTION  THEN CLOSE VALVE  INSTALL AND  MAINTAIN IN ACCORDANCE WITH SEASTAR  SOLUTIONS INSTRUCTIONS  FAILURE TO COMPLY    WITH THE ABOVE MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF  STEERING CONTROL LEADING TO POSSIBLE  EJECTION FROM VESSEL CAUSING PROPERTY  DAMAGE  PERSONAL INJURY AND OR DEATH           STEERING SERVICE VALVE    OPERATION   e TURN OFF ENGINES   OPEN VALVE  e MANUALLY MOVE ENGINE S  TO  REPOSITION e CLOSE VALVE       WARNING    DO NOT OPEN VALVE WITH  ENGINE S  RUNNING    FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE ABOVE MAY  RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL  LEADING TO POSSIBLE EJECTION FROM VESSEL  CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE  PERSONAL  INJURY AND OR DEATH     214461                Figure 1 4  Steering service valve labels        2012 SeaStar Solutions    Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C          2012 SeaStar Solutions    2 0 INTRODUCTION    2 1    2 2    Welcome       Welcome to the world of electronic power steering  Please take a  few minutes to familiarize yourself with the System Overview and the  First Time Operation sections  An understanding of the system will  assure your safety and help you get the most enjoyment from your  Optimus EPS steering system     Optimus EPS System Overview       A typical Optimus EPS system consists of an Electronic Helm located  behind the steering wheel wh
33. ns Manual  Rev  C   5 3      5 4 All Helms Active Screens  5 4 1 All Helms Active  Normal Steering Mode        The All Helms Active mode screen  may also be referred to as the Run  screen  will be displayed under normal operating conditions after the  startup warning has been acknowledged    The All Helms Active screen displays the current system operating    conditions  It shows the engine RPM as well as the rudder angle  It also  allows access to the Display  amp  Menu screens           Figure 5 3  All Helms Active screen        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    5 4 3 Settings Screen   Steering             If your dealer has provided you with this menu option then the Adjust  screen allows adjustment of system parameters which affect steering  operation and feel  Specific details of each parameter are listed below     Changes made in the Adjust screen are saved to memory upon    POINTER exiting the Adjust screen  You will be prompted to save changes  before exiting as shown in the display        STEERING SETTINGS         Helm Turns at Low Speed 5 2    Helm Turns at High Speed 5 0      Helm Effort at Low Speed 40       Helm Effort at High Speed 60       Helm Effort in Auto Pilot 90   BN          Are you sure you vvant to save  the changes                 BUTTONS    SCROLL  BAR Figure 5 4  Adjust  ADJ  screen           Helm Turns at Low Speed   Sets the number of turns  hard over to hard over  when the vessel is  running at low speeds  The range is 3
34. nstructions line 3 Fault Handling    Fault handling instructions line 4    Instructions Zone    User may exit the  Warning screen and  return to run screen       Figure 6 4  Warning fault screen layout     The user may choose to exit the Warning screen and return to the  All Helms Active screen by pressing the exit button  in which case  the system will flash a warning icon on the screen as shown in  figure 6 5  This icon will remain in place until the fault is repaired   If the system recovers from the fault  e g  if a battery runs low and  is subsequently charged  the warning screen will disappear and the  system will automatically resume normal operation     In rare cases there may be multiple Warning faults at the same time   You can view a list of all active warning faults by selecting    Active  Warnings    from the Diagnostics  DIAG  screen     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C   6 5      6 2 3 Warning Fault Handling continued       Although the system may still operate normally under many warning  faults  the vessel should still be returned to port and serviced  immediately     ALL HELMS ACTIVE      EE      g    P egent o Ca               Figure 6 5  Run screen with system warning     Some system faults may result in a reduced steering response  warning  This means that the system will continue to steer normally  but may respond more slowly        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    6 2 4 System Fault Handling     Example       The following is
35. rm the  following installation checks when the boat is delivered and after each  boat servicing  You will need someone to assist you           WARNING       WARNING    IF ANY ISSUES ARE FOUND  DURING THE INSTALLATION  CHECKS  IMMEDIATELY RETURN  THE BOAT TO THE SERVICE  DEALER FOR THOSE ISSUES  TO BE REMEDIED     FAILURE TO PERFORM THESE CHECKS MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO  THE SMARTCYLINDER SENSOR AND AFFECT THE SAFE OPERATION  OF THE BOAT   S STEERING     1  Interference Checks     Confirm that there is no interference between  the steering cylinder s   splashwell  outboard engine  or any  combination of these parts  by performing the steps below  For  each step also check that the hoses and cables are moving freely  with no rubbing or binding  See figure 3 10 and figure 3 11   Be sure  to steer slowly while performing these checks    a  With the engines fully tilted DOWN  turn the steering wheel from  hard over to hard over and confirm that no interference occurs    b  With the engines fully tilted UP  turn the steering wheel from  hard over to hard over and confirm that no interference occurs    c  Trim the port engine fully DOWN and the starboard engine fully  UP  Turn the steering wheel from hard over to hard over and  confirm that no interference occurs    d  Trim the starboard engine fully DOWN and the port engine fully  UP  Turn the steering wheel from hard over to hard over and  confirm that no interference occurs        ENGINE MOUNTING  BRACKET    N        ENGINE       
36. s Operations Manual  Rev  C   6 3      6 2 2 Limp Home continued       Limp Home Mode 2    This mode occurs vvhen the system can no longer provide steering to  ONE of the engines  The CANtrak will instruct the operator to realign   the non responsive engine  tilt it out of the water and proceed to port   immediately using the responsive engine                 LIMP HOME MODE   Affected Engine Steering is Disabled   1  Always wear PFD devices      Put engines in neutral      Open steering service valves      Turn affected engine fully away   from other     Close steering service valves      Fully tilt affected engine      Return to port           Figure 6 3  Limp home instructions  no steering on one engine        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    6 2 3    VVill appear if multiple  faults are active to allovv  user to scroll through       2012 SeaStar Solutions    Warning Fault Handling          A warning fault is a non critical system fault which may cause the  steering speed to be reduced     During a warning fault  the CANtrak will display the same information  as With a danger fault but WARNING will appear across the top of the  screen and the buzzer will sound intermittently  until muted      Active fault description line 1   Active Fault  Active fault description line 2   Description Zone    System status line 1    System status line 2 System Status Zone    Fault handling instructions line 1  Fault handling instructions line 2    Fault handling i
37. th caution after making any changes     YOUR HIGH  SPEED SETTING        SETTING INCREASES  AUTOMATICALLY BETWEEN LOW    AND HIGH SET POINTS AS BOAT  SPEED INCREASES    TYPICALLY PLANING  SPEED TRANSITION    YOUR LOW  SPEED SETTING             t  0 LOW HIGH MAX             INCREASING BOAT SPEED       Figure 5 5  Change of helm settings with speed       May not be available on all installations  Contact your dealer        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    5 4 4 Display  DISP  Screen       The Display screen allows adjustment of the brightness of the CANtrak  display  These should be adjusted to provide good daytime and night  time visibility of the display     w    MS ACTIVE              Figure 5 6  Display adjustment screen        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C 5 7    This page left intentionally blank        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    SYSTEM FAULTS 8  HAZARDS    Should a steering fault occur it vvill be communicated to the user though  the CANtraR display  This section defines the three types of hazards  you may experience and how the system will handle each        NOTICE    6 1    When a serious fault occurs  consider your options  While the system  has many features to allow the boat to return to port in a slow and safe  manner  local conditions or operator skills may dictate that calling for  assistance is the prudent thing to do     Hazard Definitions       6 1 1    Danger       6 1 2    
38. tions    On multiple helm station boats all helms are active when the  Optimus EPS is turned on     The Optimus EPS system is designed to operate much like a conventional  hydraulic steering system  The boat can be steered from any helm  without requiring additional steps to transfer control     Like a conventional hydraulic system  steering input from each helm  is added cumulatively  which means it is possible that steering inputs  from a second helm can cancel out or exaggerate the operator   s  inputs  It is important that all passengers  and especially children   are instructed not to touch the helms unless specifically requested  to take control     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C   4 1      4 3    Autopilot Operation          WARNING    ALWAYS READ AND UNDERSTAND THE AUTOPILOT OPERATION  INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE ENGAGING THE  AUTOPILOT MODE     The Optimus EPS steering system is designed to interface with many  autopilot controllers  See your Autopilot s documentation for specific  model compatibility     On boats with an autopilot the steering effort may be noticeably  higher when the autopilot is engaged  This resistance is user  adjustable  see Section 5 4 3 of this manual     When any wheel is turned with the autopilot engaged  the helm will  take control of the system and manually override the autopilot  When  this happens  the steering resistance will return to normal until the  autopilot re engages  See your autopilot user s manuals for specific  system 
39. with a minimum of service if properly installed     Optimus steering systems have been designed with protection against  over pressure situations  with the inclusion of a pressure relief valve  and circuit breakers  to minimize the possibility of total loss of steering     Most faults occur when the installation instructions are not followed    and usually show up immediately upon filling the system  Listed below  are the most common faults encountered and their likely cause    FAULT    1  CANtrak does not  turn ON     and solution     CAUSE    Batteries not turned ON  or in poor  working condition     Ignition wires disconnected     CANtrak connection damaged and   or not connected     SOLUTION    Load test batteries     Confirm all connections are in place     Inspect wires for damage        2  High Low Speed  wheel turn setting  not working    Tachometer is not relaying  information     CANtrak NOT writing proper  information     Confirm Tachometer is operating  properly  check connections      Confirm that your settings have  been saved  If they are not saved   contact Tech support        3  One engine does  not steer  but  CANtrak display is  on        2012 SeaStar Solutions    Check circuit breaker for the engine     Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    Reset breaker  If it immediately trips  a second time look for a shorted or  pinched wire or failed component     This page left intentionally blank        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    9 0 
40. ystem  status and allows system adjustments  A CANtrak display may also  be installed at additional helm stations        Part No  ED1700       Figure 3 6  CANtrak Display     The CANtrak display is supplied with a plastic cover to protect it  from the weathering effects of sunlight  Remove and stow the cover  before using the boat  and replace it when finished        2012 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Operations Manual  Rev  C    3 2 Initial Start Up    Turning on the ignition switch will turn on the Optimus EPS system   The CANtrak Display will turn on and steering will become active at  all helms    After reading the initial warning screen press the INFO button and  follow the prompts for a system inspection        NN    Failure to adhere to these vvarnings may   result in loss of boat control  ejection  I  property damage  personal INJURY  or   DEATH  Perform system inspection  Check  fluid  steering throttle response  Inspect  items for wear leaks  Press  INFO  for   more detail on system inspection  Press      OK    to confirm completion              IR    ki                   Splash Screen       Figure 3 7  CANtrak initial warning screen   3 SEC INTERVAL                                                          y INFO NEXT NEXT  Initial Warning System Check 1  4 System Check 2  4 System Check 3  BACK BACK  OR  a  OR       Yy  All Helms Active                C T T men           Figure 3 8  All Helms Active screen  normal steering mode      A WARNING ON MULTIPLE HELM STATION B
    
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