SeaStar Outboard hoses are available in kit's (includes two hoses) ranging in length from 2' - 30'. Hydraulic Hose must be protected from chaffing and any possible contact or interference with assembly screws or sharp edges of any type.

The Hydraulic hoses should be secured along the routing path wherever possible and should not be allowed to hang free in any area where they could become a safety hazard. Teleflex recommends the use of a rigging tube, PVC piping or conduit for the safe secure installation of hydraulic hoses. Do not install hoses in such a way that they may become exposed to high heat areas such as engine components (i.e.; manifold or exhaust components) or highly corrosive areas such as battery fumes or electrical connections.

Continuous kinking, chaffing, rubbing or twisting may eventually weaken hose(s) to a point where it could rupture from normal steering pressure causing loss of steering, resulting in personal or property damage. Visually inspect all hoses and fittings for wear and or damage as part of your regular annual maintenance. Replace any hose or components suspect of excessive wear.

Each part number contains two hoses of equal length. They are available in lengths from 2 feet to 40 feet.

Outboard hoses are supplied with pre-attached hose fittings on both ends.

In order to prevent hose kinking, bend restrictors are supplied on one end of each hose in the kit. The end of the hose with the bend restrictor is to be attached to the cylinder.

From the following illustrations (figures A through I), select the situation which best suits your application and note the:

a) cylinder location,

b) number of cylinders,

c) type of cylinders,

d) number of steering stations, and

e) the number of hose and fitting kits required.

 

1. From the illustration that suits your application note the number of hose and fitting kits required.
2. Measure along the intended path of the hose routing for each of the required hose kits.
3. Round up the measurement to the next even digit and add 2 feet (0.6m). This is the length of hose kit required.
4. Order hose kit(s) part no. HO51_ _. The last two digits correspond to the length of hose kit.

• Measure from center of the cylinder(s) and helm(s) Some installations require more than 1 hose kit and additional fitting kits (see parts list for each figure).
• Minimum bend radius for outboard hose is 2-1/2" (6 cm).
• Outboard cylinders move. They are subject to engine trim & tilt. Enough slack must be left in the hoses to prevent kinking.

  Do not cut the hose. This will destroy the hose. Once cut there is no means to field swage fittings to the ends of the hose.

Figure A
Single Front Mount Cylinder (HC5345) Cylinder body moves

Figure B
Single Side Mount Cylinder (HC5370) Cylinder body stationary

Figure C
Single Splashwell Mount Cylinder (HC5380)   Cylinder body stationary

Figure D
Dual Front Mount Cylinders (HC5345) Cylinder body moves

Figure F
Single Front Mount Cylinder (HC5345) c/w bulkhead fittings Cylinder body moves Optional Bulkhead Hose Kit available

Figure H
Dual Front Mount Cylinders (HC5345) c/w bulkhead fittings

1. Determine the location of the 2nd station or power pack.
2. Measure along the intended path of the hose routing from the upper helm pump to the 2nd station or autopilot power pack.
3. Round up the measurement to the next even digit. This is the length of hose kit required.
4. Order hose kit(s) part number HO51_ _ the last two digits correspond to the length of hose.

• All hoses should be routed with a gradual rise so that air will not be trapped in the lower station.
• Some installations require more than 1 hose kit and additional fitting kits.
• Minimum bend radius for outboard hose is 2-1/2" (6 cm).
• A compensating line is required between helm stations or the helm and autopilot power pack.