13S001332 Jiangsu Zhenjiang Shipyard Co., Ltd. Hull No VZJ6287-1301
13S001332 Jiangsu Zhenjiang Shipyard Co., Ltd. Hull No VZJ6287-1301
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REVISION HISTORY
Amendment
Description Date Signature
No.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information ...............................................................................................................................9
Safety Setup ........................................................................................................................................9
Safety Annotations ..............................................................................................................................9
General Warnings .............................................................................................................................10
1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................... 13
1.1 Purpose ...........................................................................................................................13
1.2 Structure of this Manual ..................................................................................................13
1.3 Warranty ..........................................................................................................................13
1.4 Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................13
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4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................. 37
4.1 Pre operation check ........................................................................................................37
4.2 Steering Gear Operation .................................................................................................37
4.2.1 Normal Operation ............................................................................................................37
4.2.1.1 Steering Gear Control Panel (From Bridge) ....................................................................37
4.2.1.2 Auto Pilot .........................................................................................................................39
4.2.1.3 DP, Joystick, other...........................................................................................................39
4.2.1.4 Follow Up-Steering ..........................................................................................................39
4.2.2 Emergency operation ......................................................................................................40
4.2.2.1 From Bridge: ....................................................................................................................40
4.2.2.2 From Steering Gear Room ..............................................................................................41
4.3 Shut down prior to maintenance/start up after maintenance ..........................................44
4.3.1 Hydraulic system shut down prior to maintenance:.........................................................44
4.3.2 Hydraulic system start-up after maintenance: .................................................................44
4.3.3 Electric system shut down prior to maintenance: ............................................................44
4.3.4 Electric system start-up after maintenance: ....................................................................44
4.4 Actions on Alarm Occurring.............................................................................................44
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5.11.4 Replacement of Selector Card ........................................................................................78
5.11.5 Replacement of Alarm System Card ...............................................................................80
5.11.6 Replacement of Bulb on Control Panel ...........................................................................81
5.11.7 Replacement of Proximity Switch (Sensors) ...................................................................81
5.11.8 Replacement of Relief Valve (Safety Valve) ...................................................................82
5.11.9 Replacement of Filter Insert ............................................................................................83
5.11.10 Replacement of Solenoid ................................................................................................85
5.11.11 Replacement of Load Control Valve................................................................................86
5.11.12 Replacement of Solenoid Valve ......................................................................................87
5.11.13 Replacement of Pump Unit .............................................................................................88
5.11.14 Replacement of Flexible Coupling Element ....................................................................93
9 DRAWINGS.......................................................................................... 112
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ABBREVIATIONS
The following abbreviations are used in this manual:
Abbreviation Description
AC Alternating Current
Approx. Approximate
ºC Centigrade
DC Direct Current
Deg. Degree
DP Dynamic position
DOL Direct Online
DWT Dead Weight Tonnage
ECR Engine Control Room
FCON Frequency Conventional
FCP Frequency Controlled Pump
FEMG Frequency Converter for Emergency Mode
FU Follow-Up
kN Kilo Newton
LED Light Emitting Diode
mm Millimetre
NFU Non-Follow-Up
Nm Newton meter
RR Rolls-Royce
Qty Quantity
Sec Second
SGR Steering Gear Room
SR Spherical Rotor
VDR Voyage Data Recorder
V Volt
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Read this section carefully as it concerns your safety.
Safety Setup
UNDERTAKING ANY WORK MENTIONED IN THIS DOCUMENT MAY EITHER DIRECTLY OR
INDIRECTLY CREATE RISK TO EITHER:
MAKE SURE THAT APPROPRIATE CONTROLS AND PRECAUTIONS ARE IDENTIFIED AND
APPLIED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THIS MANUAL. THESE
CONTROLS ARE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RELEVANT STATUTORY, LEGAL AND
INDUSTRY REQUIREMENTS TO ENSURE THE SAFETY AND HEALTH OF THE PERSONS
UNDERTAKING THE WORK.
Safety Annotations
Obey all safety directions to avoid damage to personnel, environment and equipment. In this
manual, the following annotations are used:
WARNING
CAUTION
Note!
Notes are used to provide the user with additional information which is helpful.
Operational and procedural tasks can be made easier by the use of notes.
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General Warnings
Obey the general warnings given below while working on the Steering Gear Electrical and
Mechanical/Hydraulic components.
WARNING
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ALWAYS "TEST FOR DEAD" OR MAKE SURE IT HAS BEEN CONFIRMED
"DEAD".
MAKE SURE ALL ELECTRICAL POWER IS ISOLATED, TAGGED OUT AND LOCKED
WITH APPROPRIATE NOTICES, BEFORE ANY WORK IS UNDERTAKEN.
ALL FUELS AND MANY CHEMICALS ARE FLAMMABLE - THEY CAN CAUSE INJURY/LOSS
OF LIFE.
ALWAYS MAKE SURE FIRE PRECAUTIONS, ALARM SYSTEMS AND FIRE FIGHTING
MEASURES ARE IN PLACE.
USING OIL THAT HAS NOT BEEN RECOMMENDED BY ROLLS-ROYCE COULD CAUSE
EQUIPMENT MALFUNCTIONS AND INJURY.
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Purpose
This manual gives following information:
Describes operating procedure required on board for the Steering Gear system.
Gives the maintenance procedure required on board for maintaining the Steering Gear
system safely and correctly.
Chapter Description
2 Description of mechanical system
3 Description of Electrical System
4 Operating Instructions
5 Maintenance Instructions
6 Troubleshooting
7 Spare Parts
8 Tools
9 Drawings
10 Contact List
1.3 Warranty
Refer to the contract document for the full details of the warranty. The product has a limited
warranty. Please note that the warranty will be void if the equipment is misused or not handled in
accordance to prescribed standards.
Dismantling the equipment to a level greater than described in this manual will void the warranty.
A Class Certificate is issued for each Steering Gear in alignment with the Class of the vessel.
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2 MECHANICAL DESCRIPTION
This chapter provides the technical description, functional overview and technical specification of
the equipment in the Steering Gear System. The function of the Hydro-Mechanical Steering Gear
Unit is to provide the rotational power to operate the rudder unit. The Steering Gear has a compact
design that minimizes pipe work during installation at the yard.
2.1 Design
The Rolls-Royce Steering Gear SR - FCP design is based on long experience. The unique
spherical design with cylindrical rudderstock is patented in most of the world.
The Steering gear consists of six main parts; rudder actuator [1] pump unit [2], cylindrical
rudderstock connection [3], valve block [4], cylindrical rudder stock [5], and feed back units.
Additionally the system consists of an expansion tank and if installed, emergency wheel pump.
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2.1.1 Rudder actuator
The rudder actuator consists mainly of:
[1] = Rotor,
The housing [3] is a cast cylinder with oil channels [4] leading the oil to the different
chambers. The upper and lower housing parts are connected with several bolts.
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2.1.2 Pump unit
The motor [2] for each pump unit starts when a rudder
command signal is given and stops when the rudder has
reached the desired position. The power for operating
control and steering systems are both hydraulically and
electrically separated and independent.
When both pump units are running the ship will achieve 100% speed condition in proportion to the
size of the pump units. The most common pump is the gear wheel pump. Some pump models
have extra accessories.
[3] = O-ring,
[4] = Rotor,
[5] = Rudderstock,
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The integrated valve block with filter units has fewer and less complex valves due to the
reversible pumps.The distributing valve housing is flanged to the housing of the Steering gear
and contains:
Non-return valves,
Relief valves,
The relief valves are adjusted at the factory to the design pressure stated in the technical
information.
Note!
The relief valves are adjusted at the factory to the specified design pressure
The function of the feedback unit (Figure 1) is to interface the rotary angle of the rudder, by angle
transmitters (1) to the indication and steering control system. It also includes electrical switches (2)
to limit the travel of the actuator to the maximum allowed.
The unit is installed at the factory to a bracket flanged on the top of the actuator. The Steering
Gear is equipped with two separate feedback units, one for each pump system.
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2.1.7 Expansion Tank
The expansion tank (Figure 2) is the oil reservoir and header tank for the hydraulic system. Pipes
connect the actuator and pump units to the expansion tank through the shut-off cocks (8).
The expansion tank contains gauge glasses (1) to indicate the minimum and maximum allowed oil
level during normal operation of the Steering Gear. It also contains two electrical level switches
monitoring the oil level.
The lower section of the expansion tank is divided internally into two separate sections by a
dividing wall. This to prevent both pump units losing oil in the case of leakage from one unit or its
corresponding piping. The volume of the upper section is common for both pump units. In case of
leakage from one pump unit, the other can continue operating without interruption.
In addition to the pump and actuator connections, the tank also has connection to a storage tank
for filling, a drain plug, an inspection cover with filler cap, strainer, and air filter.
Filler cap
Storage tank connection
Level alarm switches
Actuator and pump connections
Shut-off cocks
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Drain plug
Gauge glasses.
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3 ELECTRICAL DESCRIPTION
This chapter gives the technical description and functional overview of the Steering Gear Electrical
System and Equipment. The primary function of the electrical system is to control and monitor the
Steering Gear Unit.
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The following is a brief description of the Steering Gear Electrical System main components:
Start/Stop/Auto start
Override (Emergency Steering)
High/Low Rudder Angle
In Command
Follow Up Controller.
Note!
The above functions can be located in one panel or in multiple panels, based
on the specific installation.
Panel Mounting
3 Face Ceiling Mounting
Bulkhead Mounting.
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Source on (white LED) light indicates if the main power is ON and if the main switch on
Motor Controller is switched to ON position.
Heating (blue LED) light indicates if the heating for the motor is ON. The heating light
shall always be ON if the Steering Gear is not in run mode.
Run (Green LED) light indicates if the Steering Gear is set to RUN mode either from
the Motor Controller or the control panel(s) from bridge.
The selector switch (Figure 4) is located on the Motor Controller and has three positions.
The Feedback Unit is installed in the Steering Gear Room and provides feedback about the rudder
position to the Control System and Rudder Angle Indicator System.
The power supply to the Control System is from the corresponding Motor Controller.
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3.2.1 Frequency Controlled Pump (FCP)
The frequency controlled pump units (Figure 5) provide smooth start and stop of the Steering Gear
and an accurate analogue Control System.
The pump units rotate only when a steering command signal is given. In this way, power saving is
achieved.
The system uses reversible electric motors driving hydraulic pumps, together with a Frequency
Converter to control the speed and direction of the pump.
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1 Motor controller 4 Pump unit
2 Frequency converter 5 Steering gear
3 Feedback unit
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3.2.2 Control Unit
The control unit controls the Steering Gear. It is rack based and includes the cards in the main
steering and auxiliary steering units (Figure 6).
The pump control card can be connected to the auxiliary steering unit.
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Figure 6 Control Unit
Panel front
Operating components connected to the printed circuit board
Terminal plate connected (wired) to the control panel.
Each control panel can contain different modules depending on the required installation for the
vessel. Following are the main functions:
The pump RUN/STOP/AUTO START panel (Figure 7) indicate status of each steering gear pump
unit. It also provides indication of the running status of each pump unit.
The Control Panel for emergency steering provides local steering control from the Bridge.
The main control panel has the PORT and STBD steering buttons for emergency steering control
(Figure 8). This control is of the Non-Follow-Up type i.e. the steering gear will continue to move in
the direction indicated on the button until it reaches its limit or is released.
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To operate the Steering Gear from the Bridge, at least one pump unit must be operational.
The LOW ANGLE PUMP 1 and 2 lamp provides indication of reduced maximum rudder angle
(Figure 9). The “High/Low Rudder Angle” push button is to override this.
3.2.5.4 In Command
The IN COMMAND push button and lamp provides selection and indication of steering control
function (Figure 10).
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Figure 10 In Command
The Follow-Up Controller (Figure 11) is an analogue steering device. The IN COMMAND lamp will
illuminate when steering is available from this controller. When the Follow-Up Controller is set to
the desired rudder angle the Steering Gear will move the rudder to the selected angle and stop in
that position.
3.2.6 Dimmer
Dimmers can be found on different panels and indicators. The dimmers are used adjusting the
illumination on indications lights on panels, background lights on rudder indicators and Bridge
Alarm Panels.
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There are three types of dimmers:
Dimmer is functioning by pressing the + or – buttons at the lower half of the panel. The backlight is
automatically switched off during daylight due to the panel is equipped with a photo-electric cell.
Dimmer is functioning by turning the potentiometer knob mounted on the surface off the panel.
This dimmer is often connected to many panels and indicators in the same area due to the dimmer
are connected to a dimmer module with 14 channels.
Dimmer have the same principle as the dimmer mounted on the panels, but this type is not
connected to a dimmer module it is only a potentiometer connected to the indicator which uses the
+/-12V signal trough the potentiometer for dimming.
There are two alarm systems available for the Steering Gear System:
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1 Bridge alarm panel 4 Motor contoller
2 ECR alarm panel 5 Pump unit
3 CAN bus 6 Steering gear
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3.3.1.1 Solenoid monitoring and automatic stop function.
The feature of solenoid coil current monitoring is to detect an emerging malfunction of the coil
giving an alarm, initiating the following sequence of events:
The solution incorporates a 24V DC solenoid coil together with a 24VDC power supply. In order to
monitor current draw through the coil, a Siemens current monitoring relay is used.
The “VDR” text transmission from the Steering Gear AS02 alarm system is designed in
accordance with IMO performance standard A. 861(20) and IEC 61996.
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3.3.3 Steering Failure Alarm (AS12)
The AS12 alarm system monitors the Steering Gear Follow-Up function.
The main components of the steering failure alarm system AS12 are:
When Follow-Up control mode is selected, the alarm will trigger if the rudder position deviates from
the Follow-Up Controller position for a pre-determined time period.
The steering failure alarm system provides both audible and visual alarm indication on the Bridge.
An Alarm Acknowledge button will silence the alarm and a system test button is provided to test
the system.
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3.3.4 AS12, NMEA 0183, VDR text message
The “VDR” text transmission from the steering gear AS12 deviation alarm is designed in
accordance with IMO performance standard A. 861(20) and IEC 61996
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3.4 Rudder Angle Indication System
The Rudder Angle Indication System (Figure 14) displays the rudder angle position on the Bridge
and in the Engine Control Room.
The Rudder Angle Indicator System has two amplifier units, which can be connected to a
maximum of five rudder indicators each. The amplifier units receive their signals from precision
potentiometers located inside the Feedback Units.
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1 Rudder angle indicator 3 Feedback unit
2 Rudder angle indicator amplifier 4 Steering gear
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4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 Pre operation check
Make sure that there are no alarm indications.
Make sure that the selector switch on the Motor Controller cabinet in Steering Gear
Room is at “REMOTE CONTROL” position 1.
Note!
Make sure that there is no maintenance activity with the Steering Gear
System before operation.
Normal operation
Emergency operation.
1) In order to start the pumps, push the “START/RUN” button ( Figure 16) (1)) for the
required pump and the button illuminates.
Note!
Make sure that the power supply is on; this is seen if there are lights
illuminated on the start/stop panel on the bridge. This confirms that there is
power from the Motor Controllers.
Make sure that the selector switch (Figure 15 (1) is in remote control on the
Motor Controller and pumps are running before you start manoeuvring.
2) In order to set the desired steering mode, press the appropriate “IN COMMAND”
push button (2), the button illuminates.
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1 Selector switch 3 Manoeuvring buttons
2 RUN PUMP indicator lamp
3) In order to stop the pumps (See Figure 16) by push the "STOP" button then the red
light illuminates.
Note!
If an alarm occurs, the stand-by pump starts automatically. The auto start
indication light illuminates for about 3 seconds.
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4.2.1.2 Auto Pilot
In order to set the autopilot, push the “IN COMMAND AUTOPILOT” button on the control
panel.(See Figure 16)., button illuminates and the steering control is taken over by the autopilot
system.
The DP, Joystick, other are external steering system not supplied by Rolls-Royce Marine
In order to set the steering modes, activate the mode selector on the individual steering system.
Indication of activated steering mode is seen on the main control panel.
The Follow-up controller moves the rudder to the angle set by the operator. For a two rudder
system the "Follow-Up" function can be set to synchronized or independent operation of the rudder
(See Figure 17).
Use the “Follow-Up” controllers (3 and 4) to turn the Steering Gear system.
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4.2.2 Emergency operation
It is the operation of Steering Gear in emergency condition where it is operated from Bridge and
Steering Gear Room.
Note!
In order to conduct any emergency operations the pumps must have power
and be activated
The primary control panel is normally supplied with Override Non-Follow-Up push buttons for
emergency steering (See Figure 18).
When the Override Non-Follow-Up push buttons are supplied with priority function:
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Figure 18 Control Panel with Override/Emergency Steering Operation
WARNING
1) Set the selector switch (1) on the Motor Controller to position 3 “LOCAL CONTROL”
(See Figure 19).
2) The “RUN PUMP” (2) indication light comes on.
3) Push the manoeuvring buttons (3) in front of the Motor Controller to manoeuvre the
rudder.
Note!
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1 Selector switch 3 Manoeuvring buttons
2 RUN PUMP indicator lamp
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Operation from the Bridge:
Emergency
Equipment Normal Operation Indication
Operation
Steering Gear control
x
panel
Auto pilot x
Follow-up x
Non-Follow-Up
x
Override Control
Non-follow-up lever x
Dimmer x
Deviation alarm
x
panel (If fitted)
Normal Emergency
Equipment Indication
Operation Operation
Indication panel x
Alarm panel x
Rudder Indicator x
Normal Emergency
Equipment Indication
Operation Operation
Emergency Steering from
x
Motor Controller
Rudder Indicator x
Alarm panel x
Local emergency Steering
x
cabinet (optional)
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4.3 Shut down prior to maintenance/start up after maintenance
4.3.1 Hydraulic system shut down prior to maintenance:
Check all cocks on the expansion tank are closed before doing maintenance or
disassembly of hydraulic pipes, pumps or actuator.
Make sure that none of the hydraulic parts are contaminated by environment during
maintenance work. Contamination will affect Steering Gear performance.
Note!
After maintenance check all piping connections for tightness before start up.
Make sure that the cocks on expansion tank are opened before start up.
De-air the hydraulic system if any hydraulic parts have been replaced or pipes opened.
Re-fill the expansion tank if any hydraulic fluid has been removed.
Stop all the pumps on the Steering Gear before shut down of power supply.
Wait for the Frequency Converter to discharge after shut down before doing maintenance
work.
Turn off main switch for all cabinets before doing maintenance work.
Note!
Always check for voltage on wires before touching or doing maintenance work
Make sure that the pumps are in local stop mode when switching on power supply.
Check voltage from switch board before turning on isolation switch in all cabinets.
1) Push the “ACK” button once. It switches off the local buzzer but the alarm lights will
continue flashing.
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2) Push the “ACK” button once again. If there is no defect, the alarm light goes off. The
flashing alarm light changes to steady light, if defect is still present.
Note!
If the defect remains more than three second, the alarm gets activated.
Alarm panel in ECR is not supplied with backlight.
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5 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
This chapter describes all relevant maintenance procedures and activities to be carried out by the
Crew.
WARNING
CAUTION
For scheduled class survey for general overhaul or repair, it is recommended to seek the help of
engineers from Rolls-Royce or Rolls-Royce approved engineers. This will decrease the time of
repair to a minimum and ensure continuous safe operation. Steering Gear maintenance activity is
classified as follows:
Preventive maintenance
Conditional maintenance
Corrective maintenance.
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5.2 Maintenance Plan
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Sl. Every Every
Activity Daily Weekly Monthly
No 6 Month year
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5.3 Preventive Maintenance
Do the scheduled maintenance or the scheduled replacement to keep the equipment in operating
condition and to extend the life of the equipment.
Do the preventive maintenance on scheduled intervals such as daily, weekly, monthly and yearly.
Press the alarm log push button on the frequency converter's local control panel. All incidents in
the alarm log are time stamped with running hours as reference. Use the up and down push
buttons to navigate in the alarm log. Press the Status push button to finish reading the alarm log
(See Figure 20).
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5.3.2 Oil recommendations
. Warning
Using oil other than that specified by Rolls-Royce Marine may cause
malfunctions when maneuvering the vessel. This may cause personal
injury and equipment damage.
Note!
The oil is one of the main components in a hydraulic steering gear, and must therefore be selected
and handled with this in mind. The performance of the unit is highly depended on the viscosity of
the oil. The surrounding temperatures of the hydraulic components when operating at extreme
temperature conditions, tropic or arctic waters, shall be taken into account when selecting type of
oil.
General requirement to the hydraulic fluids used on Rolls Royce Steering Gear should meet DIN
51524.
The viscosity index improve must not be broken down and effect flow and lubrication properties
Performance qualities:
a. Anti-wear properties
The following hydraulic oils are approved and recommended by Rolls Royce marine
Manufacturer Type
AGIP AGIP ARNICA 32
BEVEROL HV-ISO32
BP BARTRAN HV32
CALTEX RANDO HDZ32
CASTROL HYSPIN AWH-M 32
CENTURY NEVIS 7
CEPSA CEPSA HV 32
CHEVRON RANDO HDZ32
SHELL TELLUS T32
STATOIL HYDRAWAY HVXA 32
TEXACO RANDO HD Z32
YUKONG ZIC SUPERVIS X32
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Manufacturer Type
EXXON MOBIL DTE10 EXCEL 32
NYNÄS HYDOL 32
ESSO (Exxon) UNIVIS N 32
HISPANO
HYDRO DRIVE HP150
QUIMICA, S.A
LUB MARINE
VISGA 32
(TOTAL)
MOBIL SYNTHETIC MOBIL SHC 524
CAUTION!
Do not mix hydraulic oil with other types of oil. Even very small amounts of other oil in the hydraulic
oil, will considerably lower the quality of these oils.
Oil cleanliness no longer is within 17/14 or better according to ISO standard 4406, class 8 or better
according to NAS 1638
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5.3.4 Inspect For Oil Level and Condition
WARNING
Examine the oil level in the expansion tank is correct, when oil is visible in the upper level gauge
glass. Correct oil level for a long time indicates no leakage. If the oil level is low, operate the pump
manually to refill the oil from the storage tank. Do visual inspections of all components including
pipes and connectors to find the cause for the low oil level. Repair the oil leak immediately.
Do the visual inspection regularly to find the oil leak and repair immediately.
Note!
The hydraulic system must be running for a while before the oil sampling procedure is carried out.
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1. Locate the oil sampling plug
CAUTION!
It is extremely important that oil bottle used for oil
sampling is chemically pure, and that the procedure is
performed with a high degree of cleanliness.
Oil type
Date
Sampel taken by
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10. Send the oil sample to be examined immediately
Note!
Use only recommended type of oil according to chapter 5.1
The oil must at all times meet the specification for actual type of oil used in the system. Take oil
samples regularly.
Follow the instructions regarding oil change intervals or the recommendations based on an oil
sample test.
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5.3.6 Internal leakage test
The procedure will rely on timing the movement of the rudder going from 30 deg on one side to 30
deg on the opposite side. The test is recommended to be done when vessel either is lying still,
alongside or in open waters.
1) On the Motor Controller Cabinet (See Figure 21) in the steering gear room - turn the
2) Turn the selector switch on the other Motor Controller to position 2 " STOP".
3) Use the Emergency Steering push buttons (3) to operate the steering gear
5) Start moving the rudder by using push buttons (3). Start timing when rudder passes 30
degrees angle and stop timing when position reaches 30 deg on the opposite side.
Direction Time
Pump no 1 Stbd to Port Sec
Pump no 1 Port to Stbd Sec
Pump no 2 Stbd to Port Sec
Pump no 2 Port to Stbd Sec
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Figure 21 Motor Controll Cabinet
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Figure 23 Solenoid Coil
While doing emergency steering operation always have radio contact with bridge.
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1) Turn selector switch for both Motor Controllers to position 3 “LOCAL CONTROL” to
enable the emergency push buttons located on the Motor Controllers.
2) Perform steering by pushing the Emergency Steering buttons on the Motor Controller
Cabinet (See Figure 26)
3) After the test is done, put both Selector switches back to position 1 "Remote Control"
to gain steering access on the bridge.
Use a universal instrument and measure the voltage between the component (El-Motor, Frequency
converter or Motor controller) and true earth. The reading must be 0 Volt, if there is a proper
earthing.
Use a mega ohm tester to check the resistance between the earth connection on the component
and true earth (neutral ground).
The usual system temperature will change from system to system according to ambient
temperature and the condition it operates under.
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The maximum permitted ambient temperature according to the class standard is 45 °C. Maximum
recommended short time peak temperature on the system is 70°C - 80 °C.
If the systems are cold (below 10°C - 20 °C) it is recommended to increase the ambient
temperature. If it is not possible to increase the ambient temperature, replace the hydraulic oil to
one viscosity grade lower.
Before resetting the FC trip lock condition, the reason for the Trip lock condition must be
investigated and fixed.
1) Turn the selector switch at the front door of the adjacent Motor Controller Cabinet to
position 2 “STOP”.
2) Open the front door of the Motor Controller Cabinet and locate the isolation switch
marked as S1.
3) Turn the isolation switch to “OFF” position.
4) Wait for a few seconds until all the lights of the FC goes off.
5) Turn the isolation switch to “ON” position.
6) Close the front door of the Motor Controller Cabinet and turn the selector switch to
“REMOTE CONTROL” position.
The system will now return to normal operation.
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In order to clarify the reason for hydraulic lock alarm please read and understand below.
The hydraulic lock alarm is made as a combination of four signals, two from the steering control
system and two from the Steering Gear inlet valves.
All signals are connected in the Motor Controller, at unit U2, input 17, 18, 19 and 20. Inputs 17 and
18 come from the Pump’s control card opto-couplers, while 19 and 20 comes from the pump’s inlet
valve proximity switches.
The feedback unit’s limit switches will disconnect input 17 and 18 at the Steering Gear’s hard over
positions through K15 and K16 relays.
Please perform a port and starboard manoeuvre to check these signals. And also note the LED
condition without manoeuvre. Input is active when the input LED is on.
Input 19 and 20 active without manoeuvre. In case 19 or 20 not come on, there is a
problem with one of the proximity sensors or inlet valves.
Input 17 and 20 active with port manoeuvre
Input 18 and 19 active with starboard manoeuvre
Other than these conditions will activate the alarm after the preset delay of 5 sec.
If input 17 or 18 is missing at normal manoeuvre, please check K15 and K16 relays.
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5.8.3 Repair the Frequency Converter
The Frequency Converter is not of Rolls-Royce make, after reseting if failure is permanent the
converter need service or repair from autorised instance, please contact Rolls-Royce for
clarification and arrangements.
5.10 Adjustments
WARNING
Screw driver 1
Hexagonal key 2
1) Set the Steering Gear Motor Controllers Selector switches to position 3 “LOCAL
CONTROL” (See Figure 28).
2) Remove the cover of the feedback unit which limit switches are to be adjusted.
3) By using port push button, move Steering Gear to hard over mechanical stop.
4) Move the Steering Gear position 4 degrees back from mechanical stop.
5) Loosen the nut (1) installed on top of the cam rings.
6) Use a hexagonal key to open the locking screws (2) installed with the lower ring
(port).
7) Adjust the lower ring (Port) until the related limit switch is activated.
8) Tighten the locking screws (2) with the hexagonal key.
9) Perform steps 6 through 8 again for starboard locking ring (3), and if the low angle
setting (4), (5) and are installed.
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1 Nut 4 Low angle port limit switch
assembly (if fitted)
2 Port locking screws 5 Low angle starboard limit switch
assembly (if fitted)
3 Starboard locking ring
Screw driver 1
Ohm-meter 1
1) Set the selector switch on the Motor Controller to position 3 “LOCAL CONTROL"
(See Figure 29).
2) Move rudder to zero position with the port/starboard push buttons.
3) Set the selector switch on the Motor Controller to position 2 “STOP".
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Figure 29 Selector Switch
Figure 30 Potentiometer
Screw driver 1
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2) Set the switch to follow-up steering (1) mode(See Figure 31).
3) Move the selected controller (2) to 30 degrees port or starboard side.
4) Adjust gain and amplifier card P20 (4) until the position of the Steering Gear is 30
degree (See Figure 32).
5) Increase sensitivity setting on adjuster P60 (3) (clockwise) until the follow-up system
starts oscillating on rudder commands. The oscillation can be observed on the 4 LED
(ordered signal port/starboard for each pump) on front of the amplifier card.
6) Adjust P60 (3) counter clockwise one half turn to remove oscillation.
7) Turn the controller and check for oscillation. If oscillations are present repeat step 6
until oscillation stops.
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5.10.4 Adjustment of FU-Controller 0-Point and Gain
Screw driver 1
Cable diagram
1) Start the pumps from the main control panel (See Figure 33).
2) Push the corresponding “IN COMMAND “button (1) to engage the follow-up controller.
3) Operate the controller to mid-ship command and make sure that the rudder position
to mid-ship position is correctly aligned. If it is misaligned loosen the clamp screw (2)
adjust the 0-point and turn the potentiometer (1) until rudder mid-ship position is
correctly aligned (See Figure 34).
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1 Potentiometer 2 Clamp screw
Figure 34 Potentiometer
Screw driver 1
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3. Adjust the potentiometer P20 [1] using a screw driver
until a minimum of illumination is achieved.
Screw driver 1
2) If the rudder indicators are out of zero position, a zero adjustment can be done on the
rudder indicator amplifier adjuster P20 (2) (+/- 2 degrees) (See Figure 36).
Note!
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In order to check and adjust the maximum reading the following is required
3) Operate the Steering Gear manually from the Steering Gear Room until the
mechanical rudder indicator reaches 35 degrees port.
4) If required, adjust the gain (P30) (3) on the rudder indicator amplifier until the one of
the rudder indicators show 35 degrees port. Additional rudder indicators can be
adjusted separately if necessary.
Note!
5) If required, adjust the galvanic isolated +/- 10V rudder position signal as follows:.
Position the Steering Gear 5 degrees before the Steering Gear mechanical
stop.
Adjust (P40) (4) until the rudder position signal equals 9V.
Hexagonal key 1
Adjustable spanner 1
Screw driver 1
Technical Specification
The adjustments must be done separately for the port and starboard side. The procedure below
describes the adjustment of the valves by running pump 1:
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1) Turn selector switch (Figure 37(1)) on pump 1 Motor Controller to position 3 “LOCAL
CONTROL”.
2) Turn selector switch selector switch (2) on pump 2 Motor Controller to position 2
“STOP”.
3) Locate the load control valves (3) for pump 1.
4) Loosen nut (4) on both valves.
5) Set both valves to max pressure by fully screwing in adjustment screw (5).
6) Open the pressure gauge cocks (Figure 38(1)).
7) Operate the Steering Gear carefully using Port push button (2) of Motor Controller
No1 until the actuator is fully against the mechanical stop.
8) Keep Port push button pressed until the pressure on port pressure gauge (3) has
reached its maximum. Note the reading.
9) Release the pressure, by pressing the starboard button. If the pressure reading taken
in step 8 is correct proceed to step 14. If not, continue to step 10.
10) Locate relief valves (4).
11) Unscrew the cap nut on the port relief valve (5).
12) Repeat step 8 and adjust the relief valve (6) setting to the correct pressure using a
screw driver.
13) Refit the cap nut and recheck the pressure as detailed in step 8.
14) When port pressure is correct, operate the Steering gear in opposite direction and
repeat the procedure for stbd relief valve.
15) When the pressure is correct on both sides, the relief valve set point is finished.
16) Reset the load control valve see section 5.10.8
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Figure 37 Load control intial settings
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5.10.8 Adjustment of load control valves
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1 Selector switch (pump 1) 5 Starboard pressure gauge
2 Selector switch (pump 2) 6 Locknut
3 Adjustment screw 7 Adjustment screw
4 Starboard button
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5.10.9 Adjustment of Proximity Switch (Sensors)
Two proximity sensors are fitted for each pump on the port and starboard inlet valve. All sensors
are connected to the alarm system in motor controller (See Figure 40).
1) Use voltmeter to read the voltage in proximity connection box. Connect voltmeter to
terminal X1, 2-3 (port sensor), X1, 2-4 (starboard sensor).
2) Voltage is 24VDC without manoeuvre.
3) Unscrew sensor until there is a voltage drop to 0VDC, then turn the sensor 90
degrees CW (voltage will increase to 24VDC).
4) Do above adjustment on both the sensors on both the pumps.
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5.11 Replacement
WARNING
Screw driver 1
Ohm-meter 1
1) Switch off the main power supply to the control system. By disconnecting power
supply to the corresponding motor controller.
2) Open the control system cabinet.
3) Disconnect all connected wires (See Figure 41 (1)) from the pump control card.
4) Loosen the four screws (Figure 41 (2)) securing the pump control card.
5) Replace the faulty pump control card.
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Figure 41 Control System.
Screw driver 1
Soldering kit 1
1) Switch off the main power supply to Motor Controller by turning off the S1 isolating
switch inside the Motor Controller.
2) Remove the cover on the feedback unit (See Figure 42).
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3) Identify the defective limit switch (2).
4) Loosen the screws (1) on top of the switch assembly.
5) Using a soldering iron, release the wiring from the switch.
Screw driver 1
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CAUTION
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5.11.4 Replacement of Selector Card
Screw driver 1
1) Turn off the S1 isolation switch inside the Motor Controllers to switch off the main
power supply to both Motor Controllers.
2) Open the control system cabinet.
CAUTION
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Figure 44 Selector Card
5) Set the jumper settings on the new card to the same as the defective card, and install
the new card (1).
6) Close the control system cabinet.
7) Turn on the S1 isolation switch inside the Motor Controllers to switch on the main
power supply to the Motor Controllers.
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5.11.5 Replacement of Alarm System Card
Screw driver 1
5) Set the X8 and X9 nodes on the new card to the same as the defective card and
install the alarm system card(s).
6) Tighten the alarm system card/cards connection.
7) Close the alarm system panel.
8) Turn on power supply.
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5.11.6 Replacement of Bulb on Control Panel
Dismantling kit 2
1) Turn off all the pump units. (Set the Selector switch on Motor Control Cabinet to
position 2 “STOP").
2) Close oil cock under expansion tank for feeder oil to enter the pump.
3) There will be slight oil spill. Place a suitable receptacle under the sensors to be
replaced.
4) Disconnect the wires in the connecting box for the sensor to be replaced. Note the
positions of the colored wires in the terminals.
5) Disconnect the armoured cable sleeve from the sensor's cable entry.
6) Unscrew the sensor/mounting plug (1) and remove it from the housing (See Figure
47).
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7) Install the new sensor/mounting plug and ensure minimum oil spill. Make sure that
the O-ring at the front end of sensor is in correct position.
8) Connect the new cable from the sensor to the connecting box through the armoured
cable sleeve. Trim the sensor cable to correct length.
9) Connect the armoured sleeve to the mounting plug.
10) Connect the 3 colored wires to the correct terminals in the connecting box.
11) Adjust the switch as detailed in section 5.10.9
12) Open the oil cock for the feeder pipe line.
13) Turn selector switch on Motor Controller to position 1 “REMOTE CONTROL".
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Figure 48 Relief Valve
Note!
Normal system temperature important.
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1. Turn the selector switch [2] on the current motor
controller to position 2 “stop”.
8. Turn the selector switch on the motor controller to position 1 “remote control”.
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5.11.10 Replacement of Solenoid
Adjustable spanner 1
Screw driver 1
1) Set the selector switch (1) on the Motor Controller to position 2 “STOP” (See Figure
49).
2) Remove the solenoid nut (3).
3) Remove the Solenoid (2).
4) Remove the cable plug (4) from the solenoid using screw driver.
Note!
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Tighten the nut carefully to the torque 5-8 Nm.
7) Set the selector switch on the Motor Controller to position 3 “LOCAL CONTROL”.
8) Operate the emergency push buttons (5) on the Motor Controller.
9) If the test is ok, set the selector switch (1) on the Motor Controller to position 1
“REMOTE CONTROL”.
Note!
6) Set the selector switch on the motor controller to position 3 “LOCAL CONTROL”.
7) Open the cocks on the expansion tank.
8) Operate the emergency push button on the motor controller to bleed the steering
gear cylinders.
9) Continue operating the emergency push button on the motor controller.
10) If the test is ok, set the selector switch on the motor controller to position 1 “REMOTE
CONTROL”.
11) Set the load control valve as detailed in section 5.10.8.
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Figure 50 Load Control Valve
Adjustable spanner 1
Screw driver 1
Note!
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1 Selector switch 4 Solenoid valve
2 Solenoid 5 Emergency steering
buttons
3 Nut
7) Install the solenoid, tighten the solenoid nut and re-connect the power connector.
Note!
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Figure 52 Motor Controller Selector Switch
2) Switch off the power supply from main switch board to both motor controllers
3) Isolate pump and motor: Turn isolation switch (Figure 53) in Motor Controller cabinet
to position ‘0 OFF’.
4) Close the shut-off cocks (2) on the expansion tank (See Figure 54).
5) Place a suitable container under the pipe connectors to catch hydraulic oil when
pipes are disconnected.
6) Take note of which pipes are connected to which pump to aid refitting.
7) Remove the connecting pipes (3) (See Figure 55).
8) Scribe lines across bell housing and electric motor to aid alignment when refitting.
9) Remove the bolts (4) that connect the bell housing to the electric motor.
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Figure 55 Pump Unit
14) Remove the grub screw securing the coupling hub to the pump spindle.
15) Remove the flexible coupling from the pump spindle.
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Figure 57 Pump
16) Align the key of the pump shaft with the coupling, and install the coupling onto the
pump shaft.
17) Slide the coupling onto the pump shaft until it is in the same position as noted in step
13.
18) Apply Loctite 243 to the grub screw and secure the coupling to the pump shaft.
19) Install the flexible coupling to the pump.
20) Install the pump to the bell housing.
Note!
Make sure that the pump and the flexible coupling is installed correctly inside
the bell housing.
21) Install and tighten the nuts that retain the bell housing to electric motor.
22) Install the connecting pipes.
23) Open the shut-off cocks on the expansion tank, and release the air from the circuit.
Note!
24) Switch on the power supply from main switch board to both motor controllers
25) Turn isolation switch (Figure 53) in Motor Controller cabinet to position ‘1 ON’.
26) Set the selector switch on the Motor Controller to position 3 “LOCAL CONTROL”.
27) Operate the emergency push button on the Motor Controller to verify functionatlity of
the pump.
28) Set the selector switch on the Motor Controller to position 1 “REMOTE CONTROL”.
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5.11.14 Replacement of Flexible Coupling Element
Adjustable spanner 1
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6 TROUBLE SHOOTING
6.1 Introduction:
Troubleshooting is the process of searching for the possible causes of failure or malfunction of the
system. It is used on a complex system where the symptoms of a problem can have many
possible causes.
Finally, troubleshooting confirms the solution to restore the system to its working condition.
Make sure this trouble shooting section is used effectively, when a faulty symptom arises. The
engineer should execute the immediate action and identify the possible cause and then proceed
with the verification/test and rectification action.
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6.2 Non - Alarm Notified
IMMEDIATE FAULT
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE RECTIFICATION ACTION
ACTION IDENTIFICATION
Green light in
start button
Red “STOP” light
does not come
Check for broken Broken signal goes off but
on when Replace the lamp.
lamp. lamp. Steering Gear
Pushed (but
operates normally.
the motor
operates).
Broken push Examine wire between
button or Connect internally – primary panel and
disconnected wire X3:1 to control system cabinet
between the –X3:2 on the and function of the
Green light in primary panel and pump control card START push button and
start button Make sure that the pump control to start the pump. replace the defective
does not come the other pump card. connection.
on when operates, if not OR
pushed and start the pump.
motor does not Connected internally
operate. –X3:1 to
Broken pump –X3:2 on the pump Replace the Pump
control card control card but Control Card.
pump does not
operate.
Stop the
defective pump Fault with the
The Motor Examine the coupling
and make sure flexible coupling
operates but Hydraulic lock connection. Replace or
that the other between the
the pump does alarm activated. fix the coupling
pump is running, electric motor and
not operate. connection.
if not start the the pump.
pump.
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before, which switch.
stayed ”IN
COMMAND”.
Defective
Contact Rolls-Royce Marine
override N/A
Keep the steering Tech Support.
module.
mode used
Override OR
before, which
control. The
stayed ”IN
COMMAND”. defective Contact Rolls-Royce Marine
N/A
pump control Tech Support.
card.
Table 3 Cross Feed Pump Motor Indication shows it is ON, but the Rudder does
not operate
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connections. turned and the the wires are
Rudder Angle connected
Indicator pointer is correctly.
not moved
Stop the
defective pump Jammed
Contact RR
and make sure hydraulic
Hydraulic valves Marine Service
that the other valve (s) N/A
faulty. Technical
pump is running among
Support.
if not start the several.
pump.
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Table 6 Incorrect Value on the Rudder Indicator
Table 7 Defective Dimmer Display/Dimmer Knob Operated but the bulb does not
dim
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Table 8 Steering Gear Pumps does not Operate from the Steering Gear Room
Table 9 Rudder Control does not operate from the Steering Gear Room
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Table 12 Pop up Indicator on Filter Gets Activated
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Table 15 Warnings on the Frequency Converter Display
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6.3 Alarm Notified
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
Replace the
The Visual/electrical
solenoid. See
Broken solenoid. inspection of the
procedure chapter
solenoid.
0) .
OR
Stop the defective
The Visual
pump and Start
Overload inspection of the Repair the
the other pump, if Motor overloaded.
Alarm. motor electrical connection.
not already
connection.
running.
OR
The Defective
Find the Frequency Contact RR Marine
connection in the
Converter alarm Service Technical
Frequency
entry. Support.
Converter unit.
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
Make sure that the
primary power
Broken phase Replace the phase
supply is included in
failure relay. failure relay.
the deviation
Phase Check power between the phases.
Failure supply and motor OR
Alarm. phases. Make sure that the
primary power
Defective power Repair the power
supply is included in
supply. supply.
the difference
between the phases.
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F45-F46. Motor Controller.
OR
Damaged Examine the display on Contact RR Marine
frequency the Frequency Service Technical
converter. Converter. Support.
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
The defective
Examine the power Refer Power
power supply from
supply to the pump Supply, if
the Motor
control card. necessary.
Controller.
Stop the defective OR
Power failure pump and Start Examine the position
Motor Controller Set the selector
control the other pump, if of the selector switch
set to ‘STOP’ or switch to the
Alarm. not already on the Motor
‘LOCAL’ mode. ‘REMOTE’ mode.
running. Controller.
OR
Examine the PW
Defective pump Replace the pump
LED on the pump
control card. control card.
control card.
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
Measure the
Broken Oil level resistance of the Replace the oil
switch. level switch with an level switch.
Ohm meter.
OR
If the oil leak is
Low oil level Examine the oil found, close the
alarm. level. cock on the
expansion tank and
The Oil level is Examine the oil level
Stop the related
low. and oil leakages.
pump and make
sure to repair or
replace the
defective part.
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Table 23 Hydraulic Lock Alarm
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
Examine the different
Hydraulic lock
Electrical sensors input signal to the
clarifications of
Damaged. related Motor
signals.
Controller.
OR
Examine the different
Hydraulic lock
Stop the defective Incorrect input signal to the
clarifications of
pump and Start adjustment. related Motor
Hydraulic signals.
the other pump, if Controller.
lock alarm. OR
not already
running. Remove valve and
Cannot operate in one
Blocked inlet valve. investigate the
direction.
cause.
OR
Defective The Motor operates
Replace or fix
motor/pump flexible but the pump does not
flexible coupling.
coupling. operate.
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OR
Examine the power
Broken power Replace the
supply, check the
supply. power supply
output voltage.
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
Defective power
Examine the power
supply to the Replace the power
supply to the auxiliary
auxiliary steering supply unit (U3).
steering system (U3).
system.
Auxiliary Set the steering OR
steering mode to Override Examine the
Alarm. from the Bridge. Feedback Examine the connection between
malfunction with Feedback interface the feedback
the auxiliary card U10 and failure interface card and
steering system. of LED light. the feedback
potentiometer.
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
Check solenoid coil
Broken solenoid Replace the
magnetic field and
coil. Solenoid coil.
power supply.
OR
Measure the
resistance of the
Defective
temperature switch Replace the Switch.
Stop the defective temperature switch.
High used and the Ohm
pump and Start the meter.
Temperature
other pump, if not
Alarm. OR
already running.
Contact RR Marine
Defective load
N/A Service Technical
control valve.
Support.
OR
Contact RR Marine
Defective Solenoid
N/A Service Technical
valve.
Support.
Start all pumps. (The Rudder Examine which of the Keep same numbers
Synchronous
not moved Steering Gears are slower, of pumps operated
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Failure Alarm with constant set one pump each side on each side.
(Twin rudder speed) One and compare time. Change Replace the amplifier
vessels only) . pump the pump set and test card. If the speed
operated on again. signal is defective,
one side. then examine the
speed signal through
the circuit and
replace the defective
component.
OR
Keep same numbers
of pumps operated
on each side.
Examine which of the
Steering Gears are slower, Replace the amplifier
Defective card. If the speed
set one pump each side
speed signal signal is defective,
and compare time. Change
to the pump. then examine the
the pump set and test
again. speed signal through
the circuit and
replace the defective
component.
OR
Keep same numbers
of pumps operated
on each side.
Examine which of the Replace the amplifier
Defective Steering Gears are slower, cards (procedure
steering set one pump each side chapter 5.11.3) If the
control signal and compare time. Change speed signal is
to one pump. the pump set and test defective, then
again. examine the speed
signal through the
circuit and replace
the defective
component.
OR
Use the other
system or Fault in the Feedback Examine the system
switch to the transmission. for the fault.
other mode.
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
Examine which of the
Rudder not moved Steering Gears are
with constant slower, set one pump
speed. When one Contact RR Marine
Deviation each side and
Start all pumps. pump operated on Service Technical
Alarm. compare time.
one side. Support.
Change the pump set
and test again Set the
defective pump in the
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’OFF position'.
OR
Examine which of the
Steering Gears are
slower, set one pump
each side and Contact RR Marine
Defective speed
compare time. Service Technical
signal to the pump.
Change the pump set Support.
and test again Set the
defective pump in the
'OFF position'.
OR
Examine which of the
Steering Gears are
slower, set one pump
Defective steering on each side and Contact RR Marine
control signal to the compare time. Service Technical
pump. Change the pump set Support.
and test again Set the
defective pump in the
'OFF position'.
OR
Fault in the
Examine the system
Feedback N/A
for the fault.
Use the other transmission.
system or switch OR
to the other mode. Fault in
Examine the system
potentiometers on N/A
for the fault.
FU controllers .
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
The Electrical
Earth Failure Do not start the Examine and correct
motor incorrectly N/A
Alarm. defective pump. the ground correctly.
grounded.
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
Alarm system Missing power Examine the power
Repair the power
not N/A supply to the alarm supply to the alarm
supply.
responding. system. system.
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Table 31 All the Alarm Indicators are fully Illuminated
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
Missing power Examine the power
Restore the power
supply to the supply to U2 in the
If the Alarm system supply.
interface card. Motor Controller.
All the alarm malfunctions
monitor the steering OR
indicators are
illuminated. control system. Make sure that there
No signal on CAN- are no loose wires in Connect again the
BUS. the alarm system wires.
components.
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
Examine the
All the diodes Grounded connection of the Grounded with one
N/A
illuminated. incorrectly. screen on the CAN- end only.
Bus cable.
Table 33 One or More LEDs not Indicating Upon Pressing Test Button
IMMEDIATE RECTIFICATION
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE VERIFICATION/TEST
ACTION ACTION
One or more
Start the alarm and
LEDs are not
make sure that it is Replace the alarm
indicating upon N/A Defective LEDs.
shown in the other panel.
pressing test
panel (Bridge/ECR).
button.
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7 SPARE PARTS
This chapter gives information on Spare parts that is used during repair or replacement of
defective parts.
Note!
Information regarding the Steering Gear type and installation
number is found on a name plate mounted on the Steering
Gear Housing. (See Figure 60).
In Information regarding the Steering Gear electrical system is
found on a sticker inside the door on every electrical cabinet
(See Figure 59).
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SP-34014 Spare Part Kit -
1 53109 Fuse 5
2 10498 Fuse 5
3 10499 Fuse 5
4 000078951 Lamp 10
5 56075 Fuse 5
6 53004 Fuse 5
7 000079850 Mounting Tool 1
8 11127 Tool Kit 1
7.3 Recommended spare parts
Onboard spares can be ordered from our spares department (see Contact list).
7.4 Preservation
Spare parts must be kept in a dry and dust free environment during preservation.
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8 TOOLS
The following tools are used during maintenance of the Steering Gear.
2 Mounting pump 1
3 Mallet 1
5 Soldering kit 1
6 Screw driver 1
7 Adjustable spanner 1
9 Socket wrench 1
10 Hexagonal key 1
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9 DRAWINGS
Refer to the Technical Specification Manual for drawing details.
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10 CONTACT LIST
Rolls-Royce Marine AS
Deck Machinery and Steering Gear Brattvaag
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
TENFJORD
STEERING GEAR
Steering gear
Type 2xSR622 FCP
Shipyard Jiangsu Zhenjiang Shipyard
Co.,Ltd.
Hull No. VZJ6287-1301
Rudder Actuator:
Type SR622
Max. working pressure 100 bar
Design pressure 125 bar
Max. torque 56 kNm
Test pressure 188 bar
Rudder stock diameter 200 mm
Rudder angle electrical 2x45°
Pump unit:
Make Rolls-Royce
Type FCP-14
Pressure pump type Sauer Danfoss SNM2-14
Setting of relief valves 100 bar
Testing pressure 150 bar
Electric motor:
Type NORM IEC 100LD - 4
Speed 1450 r.p.m.
Rating output 3,0 kW (S1)
Voltage 3x380 V, 50Hz
Protection class IP55
Insolation class F
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Date : 06.12.2013
Id : 20-13-01935
Rev : 00
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Rudder actuator
Effective torque : 56 kNm
Max working pressure : 100 bar
Allowable axial load : 200 kN
Allowable radial load : 400 kN
Rudder stock diameter : 200 mm
Max. mechanical rudder angle : 2x47.5°
Max. electrical rudder angle : 2x45°
Steering time at 30° - 0° - 35° : 24 s with one pump unit in line
Steering time at 30° - 0° - 35° : 12 s with two pump units in line
Electric motor
Power : 3.0 kW (S1)
Current : I N = 6.5 A
Rotational speed : 1440 rpm
Voltage : 3x415 V
Frequency : 50 Hz
Type : M3AA 100 LD-4
Protection : IP 55
Design : B35
Insulation class :F
Heating : Yes, (through the windings)
Alarm system
Panels for console mounting.
Interface to Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) and ship’s main alarm system
Interface to alarm sensor
24VDC external power supply (100W)
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Ambient temperature:
Max. ambient air temperature in the steering gear room is 45 deg C
Electrical equipment is designed and type approved for temperature +55 deg C.
02.01 General
Dimension drawings, hydraulic diagram, electrical diagram and technical data for the steering
gear system will be delivered. All according to documentation list issued for each order.
The steering gear design is based on well-proved technology as well as long experience.
Workshop testing
The steering gear system is workshop tested according to the class requirement and RRM
standard.
The steering gear actuator is provided with corrosion preventing coat, which is intended for
protection under normal transport conditions. The rotor is finish treated according to RRM
standard.
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Depending on transport methods and delivery times components may be shipped separately.
Installation into the ship and mounting of components are customer's responsibility if not
otherwise is stated.
Safe storage
All equipment are prepared for storage in dry and dust free environments up to 6 months from
delivery.
Connections between components supplied by RRM are the customer's responsibility. However,
type of pipes and cables are given in the diagrams and mounting instructions.
Installation of the steering gear system in the ship and mounting of components are the
customer's responsibility if not otherwise stated.
All drawings, documents and sign plates on the equipment will also be delivered in English
language. All drawings will be delivered in PDF-format. Lay-out drawings of main equipment
can be delivered in dwg-format.
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Note: The alarms are indicated on bridge and in machinery space area
Note: For Jumper setting on backplane, see drawing for control system
Note 0: If NFU Steering is not used apply internal connection X6:3 to X6:6
Note 1: Setting for JP3 and JP4 should be "NO" for classification societies GL and ABS, except when
notation for "One man bridge operation". See also jumper setting for control panel
Note 5: 'YES' if two rudders and EMG/OVR panels on bridge. If only one, 'NO' External override.
Note 6: "NO" if jumper setting for control system (pump control card, JP3 and JP4) is "NO"
Note 5: 'YES' if two rudders and EMG/OVR panels on bridge. If only one, 'NO' External override.
Note 6: "NO" if jumper setting for control system (pump control card, JP3 and JP4) is "NO"
Number of glands calculated from Cable lists, and summarized in this table.
GUIDELINES
FOR
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Table of contents:
1. GUIDELINES FOR INSTALLATION ACCORDING TO EMC ................................................................................. 2
2. DOCUMENT REVISIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 3
3. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
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Rule 1 All metal parts of the switch cabinet should be connected with one another through the largest possible
surface area so that the best electrical connection is established (no paint on paint!). If necessary, use contact
or scraper discs. The cabinet door should be connected to the cabinet using the shortest possible grounding
straps.
Rule 2 Signal, line supply, motor and power cables should be routed away from another (this eliminates mutual
interference!). The minimum clearance is 30 cm. Barriers should be provided between power and signal
cables. These barriers should be grounded at several locations.
Rule 3 Contactors, relays, solenoid valves, electromechanical operating hour counters etc. in the cabinet must be
provided with noise suppression devices, e.g. using RC elements, diodes, varistors. These devices must be
connected directly at the coil.
Rule 4 Non-shielded cables belonging to the same circuit (feeder and return cables) should be twisted with the
smallest possible distance between them. Wires, which are not used must be grounded at minimum one end.
Rule 5 Generally, noise which is coupled in, can be reduced by routing cables as closely as possible to g rounded
steel panels. For this reason, cables and wires should not be routed freely in the cabinet, but as closely as
possible to the cabinet itself and the mounting panels. This is also true for reserve cables. Connect the
reserve cables/conductors to ground at both ends to achieve an additional shielding effect.
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Rule 6 Incremental encoders must be connected using shielded cables. The shield must be connected at the
incremental encoder and at the AC drive converter through the whole circumference of the screen to ensure
used, for any purpose other than that for which it is supplied without the express written consent of Rolls-Royce Marine AS.
best high frequeny cable contact. The shield may not be interrupted, e.g. using intermediate terminals.
Rule 7 The shields of signal cables must be connected to ground at one end only, through the whole circumference
of the screen, to establish a good electrical connection (transmitter and receiver). If the potential bonding
between the screen connections is poor, an additional potential bonding conductor with a cross-section of at
least 10 mm² should be connected in parallel with the shield to reduce the shield current. The shields can be
connected to ground at several locations, e.g. on the cabinet housing and on cable trays. Foil shields are not
recommended. Braided screens provide a better shielding effect (factor of 5).
Rule 8 Always place a radio interference suppression filter close to the noise source. The filter is to be connected
flush with the cabinet housing, mounting plate, etc. The best solution is a bare metal mounting panel (e.g.
stainless steel, galvanized steel), because the complete mounting surface can be used to establish good
electrical contact. The incoming and outgoing cables of the radio interference suppression filter should be
separated.
Rule 9 All variable-speed motors should be connected using shielded cables, whereby the shield is connected at
both ends to the housings through the largest possible surface area to minimize the inductance. The motor
feeder cables should also be shielded outside the cabinet, or at least screened using barriers. Cables with steel
shields are not suitable.
To connect the shield at the motor, a suitable cable gland with shield connection must be used. It should be
ensured that the connection between the motor terminal box and the motor housing has low impedance.
Otherwise, use an additional grounding strap between them. Never use Plastic motor terminal boxes!
Rule 10 Installing components such as output reactors, sinusoidal filters, motor filters, fuses, contactors, etc may not
interrupt the shield between the motor and the frequency converter. The components must be mounted on
mounting panels, which also simultaneously serve as the shield connection for the incoming and outgoing
motor cables. Metal barriers may be required to shield the components.
The instruction also gives guidelines for the selection of cables between different communication network node points
within winch control system. Cable type and requirements are listed up below.
This instruction refers in most cases to cables of type “fire resistance”, however cables of type “flame retardant” can
be selected if similar specification.
This instruction refers to cables of type “Halogen Free”, if other cables are used this could lead to damage on
equipment.
NOTE!
All project specific requirements, such as dimension are described in the project specific cable list.
General requirements:
Twisted pair cables to comply with: IEC 60092-376, 60332-3-22, 60754-1/60754-2, 61034-1/61034-2
Power cables to comply with: IEC 60092-353, 60092-350, 60332-3-22, 60754-1/60754-2, 61034-1/61034-2
4. POWER CABLES
4.1 General
For power cables, it is required using a shielded cable with braided screens (0-1000V).
All phases are to be represented in each cable.
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5. CONTROL CABLES
5.1 Control of solenoid valves
For control of solenoid valves, it is required using a shielded cable.
(Coil voltage. 24V / 110V / 230V)
Cable Data: Pair, shielded, 1,5 mm² min. (60 or 250V)
(for cable length >100m 2,5mm²)
For instance, use cables of TCX-type, RCOP-type, IFOI-type, PFOP-type, BFOU(C) type or similar.
TCX- pair cable can be supplied in 1, 2, 4, 7, 10, 14, 19 and 24 pair. (Acc. to data sheet)
6. SIGNAL CABLES
6.1 Dig. feedback signal (from valves / starters)
For dig. feedback signal, it is required using a shielded pair cable. (24V DC)
Cable Data: Pair, shielded, 0,75 mm² min. (60V)
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PWM signal must have separate cables (for each consumer).
For instance, use cables of TCX-type, RCOP-type, IFOI-type, PFOP-type, BFOU(C) type or similar.
TCX- pair cable can be supplied in 1, 2, 4, 7, 10, 14, 19 and 24 pair. (Acc. to data sheet)
We recommend not mixing digital and analog signals in the same cable.
For instance, use cables of TCX-type, RCOP-type, IFOI-type, PFOP-type, BFOU(C) type or similar.
TCX- pair cable can be supplied in 1, 2, 4, 7, 10, 14, 19 and (24) pair. (Acc. to data sheet)
7. BUS CABLES
7.1 Ethernet COAXIAL
For coaxial Ethernet it is recommended to use a ”Thinnet” or ”Cheapernet” cable for LAN 10 base 2. Cable shield
must be connected to ground at the computer end (UN 900), and terminators must be used at both ends.
Cable Data:
Type: LAN 10 base 2 DEC Coaxial
Cable outer diam.: 4.65 mm
Impedance: 50 Ω
Capacity (nom): 88 pF/m
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7.3 ProfiBus
End- terminators must be used in both ends.
This type of bus do not require any special type of cable, so most common twisted pair cables available can be used.
Cable Data:
Type: Twisted pair, shielded, low capacity, 0,75 mm² min.
Cable outer diam.: max 14 mm (when connector is used).
A recommended cable is :
Manufacture : Lapp Muller - France
Description : MARINEBus M-O2Y(st)CHX2Y 1x2x0.75mm+0.75mm.
Conductor : 1 x 2 x 0.75q + 0.75q
Cable outer diam. : 11.1 mm.
Impedance : 120 Ω.
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Recommended cables:
Nexans Gx-62,5 QIQI-ø3.7-R1.0 or Gx-62,5 QIQG-ø3.7-R1.0,
Draka Gx-50/125 AXXI-I/O-W or Gx-62.5/125 AXXI-I/O-W
Optronics OM1LST08UBK
8. INSTALLATION
8.1 General
According to classification requirements.
Ensure that there is sufficient space for the cables and cable-ducts used.
Ensure that there are no cable bends that reduce cable performance,
special attention to optical cables.
Ensure that power and signal cables are separated.
As a general rule, the minimum distance between power cables and signal cables is 0.3 meter.
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Cabinet to be grounded.
Ensure that cable screens are terminated correct according to the system drawings
All cables are to be according to requirement by the classification society and relevant directives.
For installations with DNV classification please check against the DNV document “Classification Notes No. 45.1”
(December 1995), tables 4.1 and 4.2.
8.2 Cabinets
The steel cabinets must be properly earthed (Bonded). Cabinet doors and flanges are connected electrically with the
cabinet. Do not remove flanges or cable glands from el. cabinets; this to maintain the electromagnetic screen.
8.3 Motors
The motors must be properly earthed (Bonded). Junction boxes and flanges are connected electrically with the motor.
Do not remove flanges or cable glands from el. motor; this to maintain the electromagnetic screen.
8.4 Encoders
The cable screen is connected to the earth-bar in the cabinet, and to the screen in the encoder cable in the other end.
It must not be connected to earth in any other places (Earth terminals in junction boxes not to be used).
Each wire pair must be connected according to documentation. Unused wires must be connected to earth.
Signal cable shielded connected to terminals (see documentation for shield grounding).
9 REFERENCES
IEC 60092-353
IEC 60092-376
IEC 60092-350
IEC 60332-3-22
IEC 60754-1/60754-2
IEC 61034-1/61034-2
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used, for any purpose other than that for which it is supplied without the express written consent of Rolls-Royce Marine AS.
End of Report