MAX Power COMPACT - Manual (Page 3)

English Manual: Compact Retract 12/24V, Version 2 14/04/2005
1. POSITIONING
WARNING: Correct positioning is essential for the correct operation of this unit.
Find the point the farthest forward
(or aft), while keeping in mind the
space available, given the vessel’s
fixtures, space and shape ensuring
you respect the minimum immersion
depth of one full turbine diameter
(185 mm). Water
Line
As far forward
as possible
Minimum 185 mm
Always check and make sure that there is enough room to allow for the complete removal of
the thruster unit and enough room for the connection of the electric cables.
To install a Compact Retract in the stern, make sure that the turbine flow is clear of all
obstacles, or select the best possible compromise.
2. DETERMINE THE LOCATION OF THE AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT
A power fuse, of the correct size (see section 4.3), must be installed in the positive supply cable,
as close as possible to the thruster’s battery bank and it must be easily accessible and clearly
marked.
A manual battery isolator, of the correct size, should be installed in the positive supply cable, as
close as possible to the thruster’s battery bank and must be easily accessible and clearly marked
An electrical battery isolator, as supplied by Max Power, should be installed in the positive supply
cable, as close as possible to the thruster’s battery bank, in order to benefit from all automatic
safety features of the electronic control system.
The thruster electronic control box should be installed in proximity of the thruster unit in a
completely dry and ventilated area.
The thruster relay box should be installed in proximity of the thruster unit, above the waterline in
a completely dry and ventilated area.
The thruster motor terminal busbar should be installed above the waterline.
Care should be taken to securely fix the opening of the black rubber hose, containing power
cables, above the vessel’s waterline.
The control panel(s) should be installed as desired at the helm station(s) in a protected and
waterproof manner.
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