DOMETIC EA1400 Optimus Electric Steering System for Boats User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Dometic
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DOMETIC EA1400 Optimus Electric Steering System for Boats
Product Information
The Optimus Electric Steering system is a high-performance steering system designed specifically for BASS boats. It eliminates all hydraulic components from the installation, providing immediate response and control. The system is compatible with Mercury, Yamaha, and Suzuki engines and offers reduced maintenance as it does not require any hydraulic parts. With the Optimus Electric Steering system, you can give your BASS boat a new life by experiencing fast steering response, high precision control, and improved safety. The electric actuator steering parameters are pre-set to ensure the highest performance steering. The system consists of an electric actuator and electronic helm that work together to provide a comfortable and controlled steering experience while you enjoy your favorite activity – fishing.
Features
- Easy Installation: The system includes a customer-installable molded harness, making installation hassle-free.
- Worry-Free Compatibility: A select number of GPSMAP MFDs are compatible with Optimus EPS, ensuring seamless integration with your existing navigation system.
- Durable Design: The system features ultra corrosion-resistant shafts, ensuring longevity and durability.
Note: The CANtrak color display is required unless a compatible Garmin screen is fitted. Please refer to the Garmin website for the current models that are compatible with Optimus Electric Steering System. Please visit optimusbom.com to develop the parts list specifically designed for BASS boats. Kindly note that this system is intended for use only on BASS boats and should not be used on other types of boats. For more information, please contact your Dometic representative. For reference purposes only, please visit dometic.com.
Product Usage Instructions
- Ensure that the Optimus Electric Steering System is compatible with your BASS boat and engine (Mercury, Yamaha, or Suzuki).
- If required, purchase the CANtrak color display or a compatible Garmin screen for integration with the system.
- Visit optimusbom.com to develop a parts list specifically designed for your BASS boat. This will ensure proper installation and compatibility.
- Follow the user manual provided with the Optimus Electric Steering System for step-by-step installation instructions.
- Connect the electric actuator and electronic helm as instructed in the user manual.
- Ensure that all connections are secure and properly tightened.
- If using a compatible Garmin screen, refer to the Garmin website for further instructions on integration with the Optimus Electric Steering System.
- Test the steering system to ensure proper functionality and steering response.
- If any issues arise during installation or usage, contact your Dometic representative for assistance.
GIVE YOUR BASS BOAT SOME NEW LIFE
Dometic has developed a version of the electric actuator with input from BASS
boat builders to provide the fast steering response, high precision control
and safety required to get to your fishing hole as quickly as possible. The
fatigue you may get from the traditional hydraulic steering is now gone with
Optimus Electric Steering. The electric actuator steering parameters have been
already set to give the highest-performance steering. The electric actuator
and electronic helm work together to provide the feel of control and comfort
experienced when your on the water doing your favorite activity, fishing
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Available 180 degree bulkhead harness
Features
- Very low free play at steering wheel – helps control chime walk
- Steering response time and speed is much quicker with little effort
- Symmetric helm feel when turning to port or starboard
- Faster steering response with no load dependent variation
- Higher precision control which means no steering creep
- Higher position holding power against back driving load
- Programmed helm resistance for high speed steering wheel stability
- Number of turns default set to 3.5 no variation due to load
- The electric steering system removes all hydraulic steering fluid from the boat
- Simpler & Faster installation with fewer splash well perforations
- Compact roller screw technology
- NMMA, ABYC, CE, ISO and SAE electrical & environmental requirements
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Easy Installation
Customer-installable molded harness -
Worry-Free Compatibility
A select number of GPSMAP MFD’s are compatible with Optimus EPS -
Durable Design
Ultra corrosion-resistant shafts
The CANtrak color display is required unless the following Garmin screen is fitted
- GPSMAP® 74xx/7600
- GPSMAP® 7×2/9×2 & 12×2
- GPSMAP® 10×2/12×2(Keyed)
- GPSMAP® 8400/8600
- GPSMAP® 7×2/9×2/12×2 Plus
- GPSMAP® 8700 Black Box
- Yamaha CL7
Please refer to the Garmin website for current MFD models that are compatible
with Optimus Please visit Optimusbom.com to develop the parts list for your
BASS boat. This has been designed specifically for BASS boats and should not
be used on other types of boats. Please contact your Dometic representative
for information.
The Optimus Electric Steering system has been tuned to specifically enhance the steering capability of your BASS boat, removing all hydraulic components from the installation
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HIGH PERFORMANCE
IMMEDIATE RESPONSE & CONTROL -
ENGINE AGNOSTIC
MERCURY, YAMAHA, SUZUKI -
REDUCED MAINTENANCE
NO HYDRAULIC PARTS
References
- Dometic United Kingdom | Your outdoor adventure starts here | Dometic Dometic United Kingdom
- Dometic System Builder Tool