PRETECH Mega Pinnacle Rotary Steering System Installation Guide
- June 7, 2024
- PRETECH
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PRETECH
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
7400XX ZTS Mega Pinnacle Rotary Steering System
7500XX ZTS Mega Rotary Steering System
7100XX 7000 Mega Pinnacle Rotary Steering System
7200XX 7000 Mega Rotary Steering System
Manufactured by PRETECH CO Inc.
192, Bangdo-Ri, Docheock-Myeon,
Gwangju-Si, Gyeongki-Do (Korea)
E-mail: [email protected]
Copyright 2010, PRETECH CO Inc. All Rights Reserved.
NOTICE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAIN IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION AND MUST
BE FORWARDED TO THE BOAT OWNER.
INTRO
These instructions show how to install the following products for Rotary Steering Systems. See Fig 1.
| P/N | DESCRIPTION |
|---|
700040
700010| ZTS Rotary Helm (No Feedback)
7000 Rotary Helm (Feedback)
Please check the following components are prepared.
| COMPONENT | DESCRIPTION |
|---|
Installation Kit
Steering Cable
Steering Wheel| See Fig 2.
See Fig 3.
See Fig 4. ( Not included )
And following tools are required. See Fig 4.
| TOOL | DESCRIPTION |
|---|
Spanner
Hand Drill
Hand Saw| 1/4 ”, 5/16 ”
φ 10mm[0.4 ”], φ 83mm[3.27 ”] General
CAUTION
- Read this document thoroughly before installation.
- Do not substitute parts without PRETECH’s confirmation.
- Every condition in this document must be fulfilled.
- Do not disassemble any part of the product.
Incorrect installation or use of foreign parts may cause operation failure which can result in damage or injury to a boat or person. PROTECH will not be responsible for any cases that are in conformity to the conditions of this instruction.
CHECK CLEARANCE
To avoid interference & difficulty in assembling, check the clearance requirements. And check the clearance for the Steering wheel’s operation as Fig 5.
DRILL ON CONSOLE
After checking clearance, locate holes on the dash. Templates can be used to
mark. See Drawing A. If necessary, enlarge the center hole to accommodate the
steering helm assembly.
ONE HOLE MUST BE TOP CENTER.
Fig 2. Installation Kit
| 1 | BRACKET, 1EA | 6 | NYLON NUT 5/16-18 UNC, 3EA |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | STAR WASHER 1/4”, 3EA | 7 | WOODRUFF KEY #9, 1EA |
| 3 | HEX BOLT 1/4-28 UNF, 3EA | 8 | FLAT WASHER 5/8”, 1EA |
| 4 | HEX BOLT 5/16-18 UNC, 3EA FLAT WASHER 5/16”, 3EA | 9 | NYLON NUT 5/8-18 UNF, |
1EA
5| FLAT WASHER 5/16”, 3EA
MOUNT BRACKET
Use fasteners as next, and see Fig 6.
| No. | FASTENER | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bracket | 1EA |
| 2 | Hex Head Screw | 5/16-18 UNC, 3EA |
| 3 | Flat Washer | 5/16 ”, 3EA |
| 4 | Lock Nut | 5/16-18 UNC, 3EA |
CAUTION
Nuts tightening torque
MIN. TORQUE 44.3 [lbf-in] (5.0 [N-m])
MAX.TORQUE 66.4 [lbf-in] (7.5 [N-m])
INSTALL ROTARY HELM
Place helm through the center hold and orientate the helm to give the desire
steering direction. There are multiple holes for mounting the helm. Which ones
you use will depend on your particular installation location and cable
routing. If the cable goes to the LEFT, hub cable openings should also go
left, etc.
Use fasteners as next, and see Fig 7.
| No. | FASTENER | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rotary Helm | 1EA |
| 2 | Star Washer | 1/4 ”, 3EA |
| 3 | Hex Head Screw | 1/4-28 UNF, L 0.75 ”, 3EA |
CAUTION
Nuts tightening torque
MIN. TORQUE 44.3 [lbf-in] (5.0 [N-m])
MAX.TORQUE 66.4 [lbf-in] (7.5 [N-m])
MOUNT TRIM BEZEL
Place the trim bezel over the shaft and snap into place over the mounting bracket. Align Tilt Cap with the Bracket carefully. Fig8
| No. | PART NAME | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TRIM BEZEL | 1EA |
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL
Turn the steering wheel column until the keyway groove is top dead center.
(This will help to keep the keyway from falling out during installation.
Centering wheel adjustments will be made later while attaching cable end to
the tiller.) Place the woodruff key in the key slot on the shaft, then place
the steering wheel on the shaft.
Use parts as next, and see Fig9.
(Shown steering wheel is just an example. It is not included.)
| No. | FASTENER | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Woodruff Key #9 | 1EA |
| 2 | Flat Washer | 5/8 ”, 1EA |
| 3 | Lock Nut | 5/8-18 UNF, 1EA |
Place a washer onto shaft then thread the nut onto the shaft. Hold the steering wheel while tightening to avoid cable damage to helm assembly.
CAUTION
Nuts tightening torque
MIN. TORQUE 44.3 [lbf-in] (5.0 [N-m])
MAX.TORQUE 66.4 [lbf-in] (7.5 [N-m])
ROUTE CABLE
Assemble conduit fit by pulling locking knob. See Fig 10.
| No. | FASTENER | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spent Tube Core Cover | 1EA |
| 2 | Steering Cable | 1EA |
Be sure the locking knob is in fitting groove. See Fig 11.
After placing the cable end(fitting) into the helm unit, rotate steering as
you feed the cable end into the helm unit.
Keep minimum bending radius 8”(200mm) and clearance. Fig 12.
Feed cable through, turning the wheel to pull cable end through the rotary
assembly.
Check steering direction, making sure when the wheel is turned to the right,
the boat should turn to the right as well.
Install spent tube cable cover by slipping it over the cable end, then
securing it in the same manner as the cable jacket as you did.
See Fig 10 one more time.
INSTALL CABLE ON TILLER
Route cable with as few turns as possible, keeping bends to an 8” minimum
radius. Connect the end of the tiller using a transom connection kit or stock
steering tube.
Adjust as required for steering wheel center with tiller center.
Check steering direction.
FINAL CHECKS-ALL CABLES
Before try to test the operation, check the following list especially.
| No. | CHECKPOINT |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cable radius NOT LESS than 8 ” minimum. |
| 2 | Turn the wheel to determine that the direction of the |
wheel matches the direction of the rudder action.
3| Brake (if used) is adjusted to a proper feel.
4| Check that the rudder or drive stops coincide with cable travel.
5| All bolts and nuts are tightened to specifications.
NOTE
Helm contains no internal field serviceable parts.
Any attempt at the disassembly of these units will void the warranty of this
product.
Instructions are for 90-degree mount helms only.
10 and 20-degree mounting and/or bezel kits are available.
Please contact your dealer or PRETECH for information on purchase and
installation.
Tilt helm assemblies are available.
Please contact your dealer or PRETECH for information.
MAINTENANCE
It is recommended that the steering system be checked and serviced at least every 30 days in saltwater areas and at least every 90 days in freshwater areas. Check and service the following ;
No|
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1.| CABLE OUTPUT END :
Check all metal parts and the cable output end for corrosion. Remove any old
grease from the cable ram and motor swivel connections using a mild solvent,
such as kerosene. Spray the cleaned areas with a moisture displacing lubricant
such as WD-40 or equivalent and apply a light coat of good quality marine
grease. Do this with the cable ram fully extended.
2.| CABLE :
Check the entire cable conduit for cracks or abrasion of the plastic cover.
Replace the cable if needed.
3.| HELM :
Check all bolts, nuts, and fasteners for tightness.
4.| WINTER STORAGE :
in winter storage or used infrequently, clean the cable ram per the previously
mentioned instructions. Cycle the steering several times when applying
lubricant. If at
any time the steering system becomes stiff, has an excessive amount of
Freeplay, or shows any change in its operating characteristics, it is
recommended to have the system checked by authorized dealers.
LIMITED WARRANTY
PRETECH warranty to the first retail (end-user) purchaser of this product, or a PRETECH product incorporated in another vendor’s product that, for a period of one(1) year from the date of original purchase, such product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship.
PRETECH MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OF ITS PRODUCTS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
The above warranty does not apply to a product that has not been installed or
maintained in accordance with PRETECH’s instructions, been subjected to damage
in an accident or abuse during operation, or repaired or modified by persons
other that PRETECH.
This warranty is also void when PRETECH Products are installed on a boat or
engine judged by PRETECH to be an inappropriate application of its product or
when PRETECH products are used with other marine accessory products which in
PRETECH’s judgment are incompatible with the PRETECH product or adversely
affect its performance or durability.
If any PRETECH product is used commercially for such purposes as rental or
other income-producing activities then this warranty is limited to 90 days
from the date of the original retail purchase. PRETECH’s responsibility in
respect to warranty claims is limited solely to the repair or replacement of
products found by PRETECH to be defective. PRETECH DOES NOT PAY FOR LABOR
CHARGES connected with the removal of a product deemed to be defective or with
the installation of replacement or repaired product, or for any other
incidental or consequential damage.
To make a claim under this warranty, return believed to be defective to your local marine dealer or PRETECH distributor, along with proof of purchase. IF your dealer or distributor feels that a warranty claim is justified, he/she should contact PRETECH giving a description of the product and requesting authorization to return it to the factory.
MERCHANDISE SHOULD NOT BE RETURNED TO PRETECH UNTIL A RETURN GOODS AUTHORIZATION FORM IS RECEIVED.
After receipt of an authorization form, he/she should return the product, freight prepaid, to PRETECH. If found to be defective, and if all return charges have been prepaid, PRETECH will repair or replace the product and return the freight prepaid.