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INSTALLATION MANUAL

MODEL 8000 GYRO
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MANUAL MODEL 8000 GYRO 90140 3

MODEL 8000 GYRO
INSTALLATION MANUAL
JULY 2013

Contents:
Section 1 – Mechanical Installation & PC‐120 Guide
Section 2 – Electrical Installation & Power Configurations
for Seakeeper Gyro Stabilizers
Section 3 – Cooling Installation
Section 4 – Startup
Section 5 – Installation Checklist and Required Supplies
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Section 1:MECHANICAL INSTALLATION

1.0 Introduction
This document is intended to give details and guidance to a boat builder or equipment installer to install
the Seakeeper, Inc. Model 8000 Stabilizing Gyro. The gyro is capable of producing loads up to 21.4 kN
(4800 lbs.) on each foundation saddle and careful consideration should be given to foundation design to
insure it is capable of transferring these loads into the hull. It is assumed that personnel involved in
installation are familiar with GRP structures as well as the use of high strength adhesives that will be
used to bond the gyro to the hull structure. The installer should review the following list of drawings to
ensure the installation procedure is fully understood.
Reference Drawings
90012 Model 7000 Gyro Installation Fixture Assembly
90123 Model 8000 GyroInstallation Details
90131 Model 8000 Gyro Hardware Scope of Supply
90149 Gyro Cable Block Diagram
90156 Model 8000 Gyro Cooling Schematic
FIGURE 1 – MODEL 8000 GYRO

1.1 Precautions
 Gyro flywheel is supported by precision bearings. Make certain while unpacking and lifting gyro
assembly to NOT drop or impart mechanical shock as damage to bearings could result.
 While handling / installing gyro assembly, protect exposed hydraulic brake cylinder rods (See
Figure 1) from scratches or damage as this could lead to premature seal failure and oil leaks.
 While handling / installing gyro assembly, do not allow electrical fittings that exit bottom of gyro
enclosure to come in contact with any surface or object as this could damage the fittings and
potentially affect the vacuum integrity of the enclosure.
 Exercise care to protect gyro painted finish as damage to finish could lead to early appearance
degradation of installed gyro.

Do NOT remove forward brace (see Figure 1).

1.2 Selection of Gyro Installation Location
Selection of mounting location of gyro should consider the following desirable features:
The gyro must be installed aft of amidships to minimize high
acceleration loadings due tohull/wave impacts during operation at
high speed or in large waves.
 Overhead access or sufficient clearance for removal / re‐installation of gyro enclosure for
overhaul in future years.

 Gyro should be installed in a dry space to minimize effects of corrosion.

 Clearance for replacement of gimbal angle sensor on gyro port side (see Figure 2).

 Clearance for filling / purging brake hydraulic oil (see Figure 2).

 Clearance for filling water/glycol cooling circuit (see Figure 2).

 Clearance for replacement of brake hydraulic cylinders (see Figure 2).

 Space for recommended sound / safety enclosure.


FIGURE 2 – INSTALLED GYRO CLEARANCE CONSIDERATIONS


FIGURE 3 – TRANSVERSE BEAMS CLEARANCE CONSIDERATIONS
Refer to Figure 3 for recommended clearances to transverse beams. If a transverse beam is located
under the forward brace, it must be 3” (76 mm) from the edge of the saddle beams to provide the
necessary clearance for the swing of the motor power cable during gyro precession. Clearances aft of
the gyro are shown to provide access for maintenance.


Safety Enclosure

There is a large torque about the gimbal axis when the gyro is precessing. Therefore, the gyro
must be housed in an enclosure or a compartment or installed in a cage so personnel or gear
cannot come into contact with the gyro while it is precessing.
The gyro should be treated with the same respect one gives a high speed rotating propeller
shaft or engine shaft.
Noise/Soundproofing/Ventilation
Gyro noise has been measured under steady state conditions (no wave load) in Seakeeper's lab and in
our 43 ft test boat. The steady state noise is typically in the range of 70‐75 dB unweighted. As the
frequencies emitting the highest sound pressures are low (like other marine machinery), it is
recommended that the gyro be installed in a cage in a machinery space that is already treated with
soundproofing.
If the gyro stabilizer has to be located outside a machinery space, it should be installed in a sound
damping enclosure to prevent low frequency noise (approximately 133 Hz) from entering the living
spaces. In this case, the enclosure can be open at the bottom between the hull stringers. A small
exhaust fan should be installed in the top of the enclosure to pull ambient air thru the enclosure so the
air in the enclosure does not heat up. This will ensure that the owner does not get nuisance shutdowns
due to the Motor Drive and Bearing temperature alarms in some operating conditions (high ambient air
temperature, high sea water temperature, high sea state, etc).
The fan should deliver a minimum of 35 cu ft/min (60 cu m/hr) which should exchange the air in the
enclosure about once per minute. Small, mass produced, axial and centrifugal cooling fans are available
with either AC or DC input power, ball bearings, extended temperature range, low noise ratings, long
MTBF, marinized, etc. Locate the inlet at the bottom of the enclosure and mount the fan at the top as
an exhaust fan. A centrifugal fan may be best to minimize outlet area. The fan power requirements
would typically be in the range of 20 watts. When using a DC fan, wire it to the same breaker that
provides power to the Gyro Control Box so the fan turns on and off at the same time as the controller.


1.3 Unpacking Crate
1) Reference Seakeeper Drawing No. 90131, Model 8000 Hardware Scope of Supply for items that
ship with the gyro.
2) Remove electrical components, cables, and misc. items and set aside.
3) Remove packing materials that secure gyro assembly inside the crate.
4) Attach spreader bar to the two lifting eyes located on the top of the gyro enclosure. Also attach
a leveling line that connects spreader bar to brake gimbal shaft.Gyro weighs 549 kg (1210 lbs).
See Figure4below.
Brake Gimbal Shaft
Leveling Line

FIGURE 4 – LIFTING ARRANGEMENT

1.4 Preparation of Hull Structure
Refer to Seakeeper Drawing No. 90123, Model 8000 Gyro Installation Details. Important dimensional
and load information is given in this drawing that will impact the design details of the structure that will
receive the gyro as well as selection of adhesive to bond the gyro into the hull.The foundation “saddles”
of the gyro are designed to be bonded directly to the composite hull structure of the vessel to
effectively distribute gyroscopic loads.
Note that any paint or gel‐coat present in bond area should be removed so that adhesive will bond
directly to laminate fibers and resin.
A complete bond is required between the inside surface of the saddles and the hull structure. To aid in
determining the quantity of adhesive required, the surface area of Port saddle bond area is 340 in2
(2194 cm2). The starboard saddle bond area is 310 in2 (2002 cm2).
Seakeeper has an optional installation fixture available, P/N 90012, that is intended to duplicate the gyro
foundation geometry in order to check clearances and alignment. The fixture will allow the builder /
installer to lay‐up and adjust the foundation dimensions to create a low‐clearance fit between the gyro
foundation saddles and the hull structure. Shear strength of the adhesive will be maximized if the cured
thickness between the vessel structure and gyro saddles is at the thinner end of the adhesive
manufacturers recommended range. Therefore, the fixture should be used to confirm that the overall
dimensions of the foundations are square and level and that the adhesive gap is within the adhesive
manufacturer’s maximum recommended thickness ‐see Figure 5.
The hull structure supporting the gyro should be installed so the gyro is parallel to the water‐plane in
the port/starboard and forward/aft directions.
Note: Do NOT use the installation fixture to establish gyro envelope
dimensions. Refer to Drawing No. 90123 for envelope dimensions.


FIGURE 5 – INSTALLATION FIXTURE


1.4.1 Fiberglass Hull Preparation
1) Position installation jig on hull girders noting recommended clearances from Figures 2 & 3.

 Check longitudinal girders are aligned and spaced properly.
 Confirm fixture is level when vessel is level.
 Check fit of saddle over girders.
 Confirm bond gap not too small, not too large.
 Note fixture is smaller than actual gyro.

FIGURE 6 – CHECKING FOUNDATION

2) Mask hull area around foundation saddles for easy clean‐up and to create outline (highlighted in
blue) of surface area to receive adhesive as shown in red, Fig7.
3) Raise jig clear of foundation.
4) Thoroughly clean withalcohol or acetone all areas (highlighted in red, Fig 7) of girders to be
bonded to remove any contaminates. Use new paper towels for cleaning, not shop rags.
5) Remove all paint and gel‐coat from bond surfaces so that adhesive will bond directly to laminate
fibers and resin as shown in Figure 7.
6) Thoroughly sand girder bond
surfaces with 80 grit Clean all areas of
sandpaper. (IMPORTANT – girders to be
BOND STRENGTH MAY BE bonded – no
REDUCED IF THIS STEP IS paint, no gel‐coat
SKIPPED.)
7) Wipe surfaces clean from dust
with alcohol or acetone using
new paper towels, not shop
rags.
8) Re‐position installation jig on
girders and double‐check that
the adhesive gap is within the
adhesive manufacturer’s
Tape girders
maximum recommended
around fixture to
thickness. (Note gap will be
make clean‐up
larger due to absence of gel‐
easier
coat.) FIGURE 7 ‐ MASKING & CLEANING HULL

1.4.2 Aluminum/Steel Hull Preparation
1) Follow steps 1‐4 of fiberglass hull preparation.
2) Remove all oxidation via sanding with 80 grit sandpaper/grinding.(IMPORTANT – BOND
STRENGTH MAY BE REDUCED IF THIS STEP IS SKIPPED.)
3) Wipe surfaces clean from dust with alcohol or acetone using new paper towels, not shop rags.
4) If using Plexus MA590 adhesive, apply Plexus PC‐120 surface conditioner to the bonding
surfaces. These instructions are located at the end of this section.
5) The gyro should be installed when PC‐120 is confirmed dry.

Note when installing gyro on aluminum/steel hull, the sanding and PC‐120 (if
using Plexus MA590 adhesive) application for both hull and gyro saddles
should be done as close to the same time as possible. This will minimize
oxidation on bond surfaces and help improve adhesive bond strength.

1.5 Clean Gyro Saddles
1) Position Gyro near foundation.

2) Check that the screws that attach forward
and aft braces are tight as these maintain
foundation alignment during bonding
process. Stand‐Off Pads

3) Note that each of the saddles has two
stand‐off pads (See Figure 8) located on
the top underside surface. Do NOT
remove these pads as they are meant to
maintain a small gap at the top of the
saddle to insure that all adhesive does not
get forced away by the weight of the gyro.
FIGURE 8 – STANDOFF PADS

4) Perform dry fit of gyro assembly over hull structure (no adhesive) to confirm that fit is good.

5) Confirm adhesive gap is within adhesive manufacturer’s requirements.

6) Raise gyro clear of foundation.

7) The gyro contains holes on the sides of the
saddles for injecting adhesive as a secondary
means of applying adhesive. The gyro ships with
plugs in these holes, 20 places. Check that all
plugs are in place as shown in Figure 9. Plugs
should remain in the holes until step 1.6.2 is
completed.
FIGURE 9 – ADHESIVE INJECTION HOLES PLUGGED


8) Thoroughly clean with alcohol or acetone the inside surfaces of gyro foundation saddles (see
Figure 10) to remove any contaminates.Use new paper towels for cleaning, not shop rags.

FIGURE 10 – FOUNDATION PREPARATION FOR BONDING

9) Thoroughly sand all gyro bond surfaces with 80 grit sandpaper. (IMPORTANT – BOND
STRENGTH MAY BE REDUCED IF THIS STEP IS SKIPPED.)

10) Wipe surfaces clean from dust with alcohol or acetone using new paper towels, not shop rags.

11) If using Plexus MA590 adhesive, apply Plexus PC‐120 surface conditioner to inside surfaces of
gyro foundation saddles inaccordance with manufacturer instructions. These instructions are
located at the end of this section.

12) Tape off the counter‐bores at each of the four gimbal bearing bolts (4 places) and holes for
forward brace mounting bolts (4 places) to keep adhesive out of screw threads as shown in
Figure 10.


1.6 Install Gyro

1) If using Plexus MA590 adhesive, the gyro should be installed when PC‐120 is confirmed
dry.Apply adhesive to the hull structure (See Figure 11) in a manner that all gaps between the
saddles and the hull structure will be filled with adhesive when the gyro is lowered into position.
Excess adhesive will be needed to insure a COMPLETE BOND– some adhesive will get squeezed
out and must be cleaned off and discarded. If using the Plexus MA590 Adhesive Installation Kit
from Seakeeper, it is recommended to apply 2 full cartridges to the top of each hull stringer.
Work deliberate and fast as it takes some time to apply the adhesive to the structure. MA590
has a 90 minute working time at room temperature (23°C / 73°F). This working time can reduce
to 40‐50 minutes at elevated temperatures.

Apply large bead on top of girders

FIGURE 11 – APPLYING ADHESIVE TO HULL
2) Once the adhesive has been applied, lower gyro onto hull structure.

3) Visually inspect the entire perimeter of each saddle to confirm that adhesive has filled all the
gaps on the saddle sides. If adhesive has
been applied correctly, it will squeeze
out around the sides of the saddles as
shown in Figure 12. If adhesive has filled
all the gaps, go to step 6. If using the
Plexus MA590 adhesive from Seakeeper
and the adhesive does not appear in
certain areas, inject using the provided
nozzle as shown in Figure 13. (Note
adhesive shown in picture is for
illustrative purposes only. MA590 color will be gray.) FIGURE 12 – ADHESIVE SQUEEZE OUT

4) Attach injection nozzle with clamp to mixing tip.

Mixing Tip

Adhesive Gun
Injection Nozzle

FIGURE 13 – ADHESIVE INSTALLATION SUPPLIES

There are a total of 20
adhesive injection
holes, with 5 holes on
both the inboard and
outboard sides of
each saddle as shown
in Figure 14.

FIGURE 14 – ADHESIVE INJECTION HOLES


5) If needed, insert the tip of the
injection nozzle into the appropriate Remove plug and insert tip of
hole in the side of the saddle as injection nozzle into hole
shown in Figure 15.Pump in adhesive
until it fills the observed gap or area
that lacks adhesive in the gap
between the saddle side and the hull
structure. The injection process is
only used to recover from
inadequate or un‐even adhesive
application. This method should not
be used as the primary means of
applying adhesive.

FIGURE 15 – INJECTING ADHESIVE
6) Discard plugs and clean up any excess adhesive. Allow adhesive to cure per manufacturer’s
recommendations.Do NOT operate gyro before adhesive has fully cured.

7) After adhesive is cured, it is recommended to seal the edges of saddle with sealant or paint to
minimize corrosion intrusion into bond joint.

8) Bonding of gyro into hull is now complete. Proceed to installation of electrical components and
cooling plumbing.
1.7 Doc # 90213 Plexus PC‐120 Application Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS Product: All Document #: 90213

Process: Plexus PC‐ 120 Application Instructions Rev.: 1
Process Description: Instructions for use of surface conditioner Page 1 of 4

What is Plexus PC‐120?

 Plexus PC‐120 is a dual function primer/conditioner designed to clean surface contamination
and leave a thin coating of primer on specific metal surfaces.
 Although designed specifically for cleaning and priming of Aluminum and Stainless Steel, PC‐120
can be used to clean other surfaces in special situations. Contact Plexus Technical Service for
recommendations on any surface other than Aluminum or Stainless Steel.

Plexus PC‐120 works by:

 Cleaning the surface of contamination using Isopropyl Alcohol to “lift” machine oils and other
contamination.
 Depositing a thin Phosphate based coating to retard corrosion.
 Leaving a light “pink” color to assist in determining what areas have, and have not, been
treated with PC‐120.

How should PC‐120 be used?

 PC‐120 can be brushed, wiped or sprayed onto the surface being primed.
 The PC‐120 applied should then be wiped with a clean dry rag to remove any surface
contamination cleaned by the PC‐120 and leave only a thin, quick drying film.
 Dirty or oily rags should be replaced to avoid improper cleaning.
 Quality dye‐free paper towels that don’t leave fibers behind are recommended.

Common mistakes with PC‐120

1) Using too much PC‐120
2) Not removing the oils lifted off the metal surface before the PC‐120 dries.
3) Not abrading corrosion that is already on the surface of the metal.
4) Using PC‐120 past its shelf life.

INSTRUCTIONS Page 2 of 4 Product: ALL Document #: 90213

1) Using too much PC‐120

 Only a very thin coat should be left on the metal. You should be able to see a slight “pink” cast
as illustrated below.

Too Much PC‐120 Correct Amount

2) Not removing oils once primed
Wipe the surface with a dry rag

 The solvents in PC‐120 will
clean and “lift” most
machining oils, but if the
metal isn’t wiped clean of
these oils then they will be
deposited right back onto
the metal surface when
the solvent in PC‐120
evaporates!
 While still wet, wipe the
PC‐120 applied to the
surface with a clean dry
paper towel, changing the
paper towel as needed.

Replace the rag when dirty
 Notice how much aluminum oxide was cleaned off “clean” looking Aluminum


3) Not abrading corroded surfaces

 As good as PC‐120 is, it can’t help bonding performance if applied to a surface that is already
corroded!
 Any surface that shows signs of corrosion should be cleaned by sanding or wire brushing to
remove any scale or corrosion.
 After removal of corrosion then treat the surface with PC‐120 as you normally would.

4) Using PC‐120 past it’s shelf life

 When stored under normal conditions PC‐120 has a shelf life of 12 months in an unopened,
original container.
 PC‐120 bottles are marked with a lot number that is a simple 8 digit code that gives you the date
of manufacture.
o “807241” for example is 2008, 07 month (July), 24th day (the “1” refers to the first
batch of PC‐120 made that day). Use the lot number to make sure the material is still
within shelf life.
 Since it contains isopropyl alcohol, PC‐120 should be tightly capped when not in use to stop
evaporation.


Remember these points! To avoid problems with Plexus PC‐120:

 Don’t use too much PC‐120. Only a thin layer is needed.
 Use a clean rag to wipe PC‐120 off before it completely dries to remove surface contaminants it
has cleaned. Good quality paper towels are a better choice to minimize introduction of
contaminates to surface.
 Any sign of corrosion already on the surface should be removed by abrading BEFORE priming.
 Check the lot number for the date to make sure the PC‐120 is less than a year old.

Questions

 Please contact Plexus Technical Service at 1‐800‐851‐6692 or info@itwplexus.com
Section 2: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

2.0 Introduction
This section for electrical installation explains how to mount the electrical equipment and how to
connect the electrical cables.
Reference Drawings Reference Work Instructions
90010 Serial Communications 6‐Way Connection Box 020 Installation Instructions,
Envelope & Mounting Details 24VDC Power Connector
90150 Gyro Cable Block Diagram with 2 Operator Stations
90231 Operator Display Envelope & Mounting Details
90238 Model 8000 Gyro 2nd Operator Station Kit

FIGURE 1 – ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT FOR MODEL 8000 GYRO

2.1 Electrical Equipment Mounting
Precautions
 Each item of electrical equipment has specific mounting instructions. These instructions should
be followed to insure proper function of the Model 8000 Gyro.

Do NOT move Gyro Control Box from its location
or incorrect Gyro operation will result.

1. COMPACT MOTOR DRIVE BOX MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
a. M8000 Gyro Compact Motor Drive Box comes from the factory mounted on the Gyro.
b. Location: Gyro Front Brace.
c. Orientation: Rear panel facing Gyro sphere.

2. GYRO CONTROL BOX MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
a. M8000 Gyro Control Box comes from the factory mounted on the Gyro.
b. Location: Gyro Front Brace.
c. Orientation: Rear panel facing Gyro sphere.

3. SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS 6‐WAY CONNECTION BOX MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
a. Console space required: Approx. 11 W x 7 H inches (280 x 178 mm), rear
b. Mounting Instructions: Rear mount on vessel console panel, within 3 ft (1m) of Display.
c. Hardware required: Two mounting screws for .28” (7.1 mm) diameter mounting holes,
See drawing 90010 for hole locations.

4. DISPLAY MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
a. Console space required: Approx. 4.25 W x 4.25 H inches (108 x 108 mm)
b. Mounting Instructions: See drawing 90231 for details.
c. Hardware required: none.
d. Maximum panel thickness: Surface Mount – 0.75 inches (19 mm), Flush Mount – 0.120
inches (3 mm)
e. Minimum panel thickness: .120 inches (3 mm)

2.2 Electrical Equipment Power Connections
1. 230 VAC POWER SOURCE REQUIREMENTS
a. 230 VAC (nominal), 1 Phase, 50/60 Hz, 20 Amps.
b. A separate circuit breaker should be used for each Motor Drive Box.

2. COMPACT MOTOR DRIVE BOX AC POWER INPUT CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS
a. Cable: 3 x 10AWG (3 x 6mm2 CSA), 10’ (3m) length, Seakeeper supplied pre‐installed.
i. Locate CABLE 2 for AC power input to the Compact Motor Drive Box at the larger of
two cable glands.

LARGE CABLE
GLAND FOR AC
POWER INPUT

GROUND

CABLE

FIGURE 2 – COMPACT MOTOR DRIVE BOX AC POWER INPUT GLAND (Cable not shown)

FIGURE 3 – CABLE 2 WIRE CONNECTIONS AT AC POWER DISTRIBUTION PANEL
ii. Seakeeper uses two types of cable for AC power. One type has black, white, and
green wires, and the other type has red, black, and white wires. Determine which
cable type is present.
iii. Connect 230 VAC wires in CABLE 2 to a 20 Amp, double‐pole Circuit Breaker at an AC
power distribution panel according to Figure 3 above.

iv. The ground cable for the Compact Motor Drive Box is installed at the factory as shown
in Figure 2.

3. COMPACT MOTOR DRIVE BOX AC POWER OUTPUT TO SEAWATER PUMP CONNECTION
INSTRUCTIONS
a. Cable: 3 x 16AWG (3 x 1.5mm2 CSA) cable, 10’ (3m) length, Seakeeper supplied pre‐
installed
b. Pumps rated at 230 VAC, 5 Amps max., Customer‐supplied.

Verify that AC power is OFF to the Compact Motor Drive

Box before connecting CABLE 8 to a Seawater Pump.

i. Locate CABLE 8 for AC power output to the Seawater Pump from the Compact Motor
Drive Box at the smaller of two cable glands.

SMALL CABLE
GLAND FOR AC

POWER OUTPUT
TO CUSTOMER
SUPPLIED
SEAWATER PUMP

FIGURE 4 – COMPACT MOTOR DRIVE BOX AC POWER OUTPUT GLAND (Cable not shown)


FIGURE 5 – CABLE 8 AC OUTPUT POWER CABLE

iii. Connect the 230 VAC wires in CABLE 8 to a 5 Amp maximum, Seawater Pump
(approximately 1/3 horsepower (250 W)) according to Figures 5 and 6.

COMPACT MOTOR DRIVE

BOX CABLE 8
CIRCUIT 3x16AWG or 3x1.5mm 2,
BREAKER, 5 AMP SEAKEEPER SUPPLIED,
3m LENGTH SEA WATER
SEAWATER PUMP TB4 PUMP,
POWER,
CUSTOMER
208-230 VAC,
TB5 SUPPLIED
5A, 1Ø, 50/60 Hz
TB6
FIGURE 6 – CABLE 8 WIRE CONNECTIONS TO SEAWATER PUMP

c. If the customer‐supplied Seawater Pump is not rated for 230 VAC, the CABLE 8 output may
be used to switch a customer‐supplied relay.
i. Locate CABLE 8 for AC power output to the Seawater Pump from the Compact Motor
Drive Box at the smaller of two cable glands as shown in Figure 4.

iii. The recommended wiring is shown in Figure 7. Refer to Figure 5 for Cable 8 wire
connections.

COMPACT MOTOR DRIVE

BOX CABLE 8
CIRCUIT 3x16AWG or 3x1.5mm2,
BREAKER, 5 AMP SEAKEEPER SUPPLIED,
3m LENGTH
SEAWATER PUMP TB 4
POWER,
208-230 VAC,
TB 5
5A, 1Ø, 50/60 Hz
TB 6
SEAWATER SEAWATER
SEAWATER PUMP PUMP POWER PUMP,
AC DISCONNECT CUSTOMER CABLE, RELAY, CUSTOMER
SWITCH SUPPLIED CUSTOMER SUPPLIED
CUSTOMER
CIRCUIT BREAKER SUPPLIED SUPPLIED
+V +V
SEAWATER
PUMP -V -V
POWER EARTH GRN PE
RELAY SELECTION
COIL: 230 VAC
CONTACTS: FOR SEAWATER
PUMP CURRENT

FIGURE 7 – RECOMMENDED WIRING FOR SEAWATER PUMPS NOT 230 VAC

d. If CABLE 8 is not used, bundle cable and secure to forward brace or other area nearby
which will not come in contact with moving parts during gyro operation. Do NOT cut
CABLE 8 as it contains live voltage when gyro is in operation. Gyro ships with CABLE 8
permanently sealed at end of cable with protective cap in the event it is not used. Do NOT
remove CABLE 8 from Compact Motor Drive Box as moisture will be free to enter box
through open cable gland and corrode internal electronic components.

Cable 8 contains live voltage when gyro is in operation. Do NOT cut
Cable 8. Do not remove Cable 8 from Compact Motor Drive Box.


4. 24 VDC POWER SOURCE REQUIREMENTS
a. 24 VDC, 10 Amps.
b. A separate breaker should be used for each Gyro Control Box.

5. GYRO CONTROL BOX POWER CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS
Reversing polarity on the 24 VDC system to the gyro control box can
result in damaging the electronics in the control system.
a. 24 VDC, 10 Amps. 2 x 12AWG (3 x 4mm2 CSA) customer supplied.
i. Install Seakeeper provided connector P/N: 30104 (Turck P/N: B4131‐0/13,5) on CABLE
1 using Work Instruction 020 (located at end of section 2). Then connect CABLE 1 to
J10 on Gyro Control Box.

3 (24V Rtn) 2 (+24VDC)

1 (not used)
FIGURE 8 – SEAKEEPER PROVIDED
FIGURE 9 – 24VDC POWER INPUT CONNECTOR
24VDC POWER INPUT CONNECTOR
CONTACT ASSIGNMENTS (rear)

ii. The ground cable for the Gyro Control Box is installed at the factory.

J10
24 VDC
INPUT

GROUND
STUD

FIGURE 10 – GYRO CONTROL BOX

2.3 Electrical Equipment Signal Connections
1. COMPACT MOTOR DRIVE BOX CABLES
a. Signal cables connect to the receptacles on the lower left side of the Compact Motor
Drive Box and come installed from the factory as shown in Figure 11. The ground cable
is also installed at the factory. The motor power connector comes from the factory
installed on the cable as shown in Figure 12.
i. J1: Motor Power, CABLE 10 from Gyro sphere.
ii. J2: Drive Control, CABLE 14 from Gyro Control Box.
iii. J3: Motor Instrumentation, CABLE 11 from Gyro sphere.
iv. Ground: Ground cable from stud to rear brace.
Circuit Breaker,
5 Amp, for
Seawater Pump
AC Output power
POWER
Glycol
IN
Cooling
Flow Out
J1
Motor
SEAWATER Glycol Power
PUMP POWER Cooling
OUT Flow In
GROUND
CABLE
J3 MOTOR
INSTRUMENTATION
J2 DRIVE
CONTROL

FIGURE 11 – COMPACT MOTOR DRIVE FIGURE 12 – COMPACT MOTOR DRIVE
BOX CONNECTORS (LEFT SIDE) BOX CONNECTORS (RIGHT SIDE)


2. GYRO CONTROL BOX CABLES
a. Some cables come from the factory already connected to the receptacles on the side of
the Gyro Control Box. Note CABLE 1 is customer supplied and assembled to J10
connector.
i. J1: Gyro Upper Instrumentation, CABLE 12 from Gyro

sphere, installed at factory.
ii. J2: Brake Valve & Glycol Pump, CABLE 6 (1‐2 Splitter)
from Gyro rear brace, installed at factory.
J6 J1
iii. J3: Brake Pressure Switches and Solenoid Valves, CABLE
7 (1‐4 Splitter) from Brake Manifold, installed at factory.
1. Branches TP‐3 & TP‐4 (Black) are equivalent and are
reversible.
2. Branches DTDA‐1 & DTDA‐2 (Yellow) are equivalent and
are reversible
iv. J4: Gimbal Angle, CABLE 15 from Gyro Gimbal Angle
Sensor, installed at factory.
v. J5: Not used, cap installed at factory.
vi. J6: Gyro Lower Instrumentation, CABLE 13 from Gyro
sphere, installed at factory.
vii. J7: Drive Control, CABLE 14 from Motor Drive Box,
installed at factory.
viii. J8: Serial Communications, CABLE 5 (20141 Cable
Assembly) to 6‐Way Serial Communications Connection
Box, Seakeeper supplied, customer installed.
1. See Section 2.4 & 2.5.
ix. J9: Alarm Output, CABLE 8 (30182 Cable Assembly) to
Alarm & Monitoring System, Seakeeper supplied,
customer installed.
J5
J10 1. See Section 2.3.3.
x. J10: 24 VDC Input Power, CABLE 1, customer installed.
1. See Section 2.2.4.
xi. Ground: Ground cable from stud to rear brace is
FIGURE 13 – GYRO CONTROL BOX
installed at factory. (not shown)
CONNECTORS


3. ALARM OUTPUT CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS

Do NOT connect J9 to voltage over 30VDC or damage may result. Do
NOT connect J9 to AC voltage or damage may result.

a. The Alarm output is a switched output signal at receptacle J9.
b. The Alarm output is volts‐free or dry contacts, meaning a control voltage must be
connected to activate whatever alarm circuit is used.
c. The Alarm output should go to the boat’s Alarm & Monitoring System or a suitable
audible and visual alarm. Suggested wiring is shown in Figure 14 below.
d. The Alarm output logic at J9 is: Open contacts = Alarm is Off (inactive), or 24VDC power
to the Gyro Control Box is Off.
RELAY CONTROL POWER

CABLE, CUSTOMER SUPPLIED
RELAY SELECTION
24 VDC CONTROL COILS: WITHIN 30 VDC
VOLTAGE AND 0.5 AMP.
CONTACTS: FOR
ALARM DEVICES.
RELAYS,
CUSTOMER
SUPPLIED
GYRO CONTROL BOX
CABLE 17 ALARM
RESETTABLE
30182 OUTPUT,
FUSE, 24V, J9 SEAKEEPER VOLTS-FREE
0.77A @ 60C
PROVIDED CONTACT,
ALARM 1 ALARM =
VOLTS-FREE OUTPUTS
OUTPUT,
VOLTS-FREE CLOSED
CONTACT 2
RESETTABLE
FUSE, 24V,
0.77A @ 60C
3
NOT USED
4
FIGURE 14 – ALARM OUTPUT CONNECTION FOR AUDIBLE/VISUAL ALARM


4. GYRO TO VESSEL GROUND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS
a. Connect the Gyro foundation to vessel ground.
i. Install CABLE 16 (4AWG or 22.0mm2, Customer supplied) from the M6 brass
ground stud on the Gyro rear brace to a suitable vessel ground.

GROUND
STUD

FIGURE 15 – GYRO GROUND STUD ON REAR BRACE (SPHERE HIDDEN)


2.4 Operator Station
This section explains the connection between the Operator Station equipment and the Gyro Control
Box.
Reference Drawing
90149 Model 8000 Gyro Cable Block Diagram
1. DETERMINE LOCATION OF OPERATOR STATION
a. The desired location of the Operator Station must be determined with respect to the
vessel arrangement.
b. The operator display should be located on the bridge console.
c. Figure 16 below shows the serial communications link for the Operator Station. The
Serial Comms Terminator goes on one of the ports of the Serial Comms 6‐Way
Connection Box.

FIGURE 16 – SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS LINK FOR OPERATOR STATION


2. ROUTE SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS CABLE
a. The Serial Communications Cable Assembly (20141, CABLE 5) is a 25 meter shielded
cable and the smaller connector is a molded plug with maximum outer diameter of .65
inch (16.5mm).
b. CABLE 5 must be routed and installed in the vessel from the 6‐Way Connection Box at
the Operator Station to the Gyro Control Box.
c. If the serial communications cable, 20141 (CABLE 5), is too long for the installation, the
overall length may be reduced by removing a section of the cable and inserting a splice
box. Connect all conductors and shielding according to Figure 17 below.
SERIAL
COMMUNICATIONS
SPLICE BOX
WHT TB1 WHT

BRN TB2 BRN
TO 6-WAY GRN TB3 GRN

CONNECTION BOX YEL TB4 YEL TO GYRO
AT OPERATOR CONTROL BOX ON
GRA TB5 GRA
STATION GYRO
PNK TB6 PNK
BLU TB7 BLU
RED TB8 RED
TB9

FIGURE 17 – SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS SPLICE BOX
3. INSTALL OPERATOR STATION EQUIPMENT
a. The Operator Station equipment is installed at the selected location using Electrical
Equipment Mounting Instructions in Section 2.1.
4. CONNECT OPERATOR STATION EQUIPMENT
a. The Operator Station equipment is connected in accordance with the Cable Block
Diagram, 90149.


2.5 Second Operator Station Connection
This section explains how to connect the 2nd Operator Station Kit.
Reference Drawings
90238 Model 8000 Gyro 2nd Operator Station Kit
90150 Gyro with 2 Operator Stations Cable Block Diagram

1. DETERMINE LOCATION OF 2ND OPERATOR STATION
a. The desired location of the 2nd Operator Station must be determined with respect to the
1st Operator Station and the vessel arrangement.
b. Typical locations include:
i. Flybridge
ii. Engine room
2. DETERMINE CABLING ARRANGEMENT
a. Figure 18 below shows the entire serial communications link for 2 Operator Stations.
The Serial Comms Terminator must be installed on the Serial Comms 6‐Way Connection
Box farthest from the Gyro Control Box.

FIGURE 18 – CABLING FOR 2 OPERATOR STATIONS
b. The Operator Station nearest the Gyro Control Box should be connected to CABLE 5.


3. ROUTE 2ND OPERATOR STATION CABLE
a. A second Serial Communications Cable Assembly (20141, CABLE 22) is a 25 meter
shielded cable and the smaller connector is a molded plug with maximum outer
diameter of .65 inch (16.5mm).
b. CABLE 22 must be routed in the vessel from the 2nd to the 1st Operator Stations.
c. If the serial communications cable, 20141 (CABLE 22), is too long for the installation, the
overall length may be reduced by removing a section of the cable and inserting a splice
box. Connect all conductors and shielding according to Figure 17 in Section 2.4.2.
d. Then CABLE 21 adapter is used at the 1st Operator Station for the connection.

4. INSTALL 2ND OPERATOR STATION EQUIPMENT
a. The 2nd Operator Station equipment is installed at the determined location using
Electrical Equipment Mounting Instructions in Section 2.1.

5. CONNECT 2ND OPERATOR STATION EQUIPMENT
a. The 2nd Operator Station equipment is connected in accordance with the Cable Block
Diagram, 90150.

2.6 Work Instructions
 Work Instruction 020 Installation Instructions, 24 VDC Power Connector

2.7 Display Installation Templates
The following templates are for flush or surface mounting. Before using the templates, measure
to ensure that the shown size is actual.


SURFACE MOUNT TEMPLATE


FLUSH MOUNT TEMPLATE
Product: M7000A, M8000,
WORK
M21000, M21000A, Document #: 020
INSTRUCTIONS
M26000, & M5500
Process: Installation Instructions, 24VDCPower Connector for Gyro Control Box Rev: 5
Process Description: Component identification, cable preparation, and
Page 1 of 3
connector installation for field‐wireable power connector.

24VDC Power Cable Connector for Gyro Control Box J10,
Seakeeper 30104 (Turck B 4131‐0/13,5)
Connector Backshell Clamp
Spacer Compression Nut

Component parts of the 24VDCpower connector 30104 are identified in the picture above.
Step 1
Identify the components of the 24VDCpower connector and organize the necessary tools.
Recommended tools:
 Cable cutter  Wire cutter  Ferrule crimper

 Electrician’s knife  Wire stripper  Miniature screwdriver
Step 2
Slide items on cable before beginning termination and connector assembly: clear heat‐shrink tubing,
compression nut, clamp, spacer, & backshell.
Note: Clear heat‐shrink tubing is only required if a label is to be applied to the cable.

Product: M7A, M8, M21, M21A, M26, &
WORK INSTRUCTIONS Page 2 of 3 Document #: 020
M5500

Steps 3 ‐ 8
3. Trim cable jacket as shown.
4. Strip insulation on wires as shown.
5. Install ferrules on wire ends using
Weidmüller crimp tool PZ 4 (or equiv).
Ferrules are not required if bare conductor
nearly fills the screw terminal.
Ferrule part numbers: McMaster‐
Carr7950K69, Weidmüller 9019190000.
6. Insert wire ferrules into connector screw
clamps according to schematic diagram
and tighten. Apply dielectric compound
on terminal surfaces to prevent
corrosion.
7. Position backshell over screw clamps and
thread into connector and tighten.
8. Slide spacer and clamp into place behind
backshell. Then thread compression nut
into backshell and tighten.
(24VRtn) 3 2 (+24VDC)
Contact assignments shown from rear
(screwterminal end).
1
(not used)
Product: M7A, M8, M21, M21A, M26, &
WORK INSTRUCTIONS Page 3 of 3 Document #: 020
M5500

Step 9
If label is used: Print adhesive‐backed labels with appropriate text. Install on cable jacketapproximately
as shown below, then cover with clear, heat‐shrinkable tubing.
J10
Revision History
Revision Description of Changes Date Approved
1 Initial release. 22 June 2009 B. Doutrich
2 Added applicability for Model 21000 Gyro 09 Apr 2010 S. Goss
Added applicability for Model 8000 & 21000A
3 27 Mar 2012 S. Goss
Gyros
4 Added applicability for Model 26000 Gyro 20Jun 2012 S. Goss
5 Added applicability for Model 5500 Gyro 25 Mar 2013 B. Doutrich

TECHNICAL Product: Document #: Rev: Page:
BULLETIN ALL GYROS 90236 1 1 of 4
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO ALTERNATE POWER SOURCES
Seakeeper Stabilizers require the following power to operate:

DC Power: 24 VDC, 10 A
AC Power: 208 to 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3 kW, Single-phase
On most boats, the required DC power will be directly available from the boat’s battery system and
AC power will be directly available from the boat’s generator. There are however, instances where
the boat’s DC or AC power sources do not directly match those required by the gyro stabilizer
system. This Technical Bulletin provides guidance on addressing these instances.
The boat has a 12 VDC battery system. How is 24VDC power provided to the gyro stabilizer?
If the boat has a 12 VDC battery system, the simplest means of providing 24 VDC power for the gyro
stabilizer is to install an off-the-shelf, marine rated, DC-to-DC converter. This converter should
meet the following specifications:
Input: 12 VDC
Output: 24 VDC, 10 A, 250 W
Example: Victron Energy Orion 12/24-10
The converter can be configured as shown in Figure 1. Insure that a qualified electrician does the wiring
and follows the installation and wiring instructions provided by the converter manufacturer.
+ Seakeeper
12 VD C + 12V to 24V + +
Circuit Circuit 24VDC Gyro
Input DC/DC Output
Batteries Breaker Breaker Input
Control
- - Converter - -
J-Box
Figure 1: Installation for a 12 VDC Battery System
The boat has a 3-phase, 230 VAC generator. How is single-phase 230 VAC provided to power the
gyro stabilizer?
Since the gyro stabilizer only requires single-phase power, you can use any phase of the generator to
power the gyro stabilizer. See Figure 2. This shows wiring the gyro stabilizer to the U/V phase but it
could also be wired to the U/W or V/W phases. Generally when you have a 3- phase power source, you
want to balance any single-phase loads between the generator phases.
If possible, select a generator phase that optimizes this phase load balance when wiring the gyro
stabilizer to a 3-phase generator. Insure that a qualified electrician does the wiring and follows the
installation and wiring instructions provided by the generator manufacturer.
Figure 2: Installation for a 3-Phase 230 VAC Generator System
The boat’s generator does not have a 230 VAC output. How is 230 VAC power provided to the gyro
stabilizer?
If the generator does not have a 230 VAC output, it probably provides 115 VAC, 380 VAC, or 480 VAC.
If the generator output is 115 VAC, you have two possible options. In many cases, the generator will
actually have a 230 VAC output with a neutral connection. This allows 115 VAC loads to be
accommodated by wiring them from one of the 230 VAC lines to neutral. If the 115 VAC generator is
configured in this manner, you can provide 230 VAC power for the gyro stabilizer by wiring it line-line on
the 230 VAC output rather than wiring line-neutral. See Figure 3. Insure that a qualified electrician does
the wiring and follows the installation and wiring instructions provided by the generator manufacturer.
Figure 3: Installation for a Single-Phase 115 VAC Generator System w/available Neutral
If the generator output is 115 VAC but is not configured to provide 230 VAC line-line, a transformer
will be required to step the voltage up from 115 VAC to 230 VAC. The transformer should have the
following ratings:
Primary: 115 VAC VA Rating: 3 kVA
Secondary: 230 VAC Type: Marine Grade, Auto or Isolation transformer
The transformer should be configured as shown in Figure 4. Insure that a qualified electrician does the
wiring and follows the installation and wiring instructions provided by the generator and transformer
manufacturer.
Figure 4: Installation for a Single-Phase 115 VAC Generator System w/o available Neutral
If the generator output is 380 VAC, a transformer will be required to step the voltage down from
380 VAC to 230 VAC. The transformer should have the following ratings:
manufacturer.
Figure 5: Installation for a 3-Phase 380 VAC Generator System
If the generator output is 480 VAC, a transformer will be required to step the voltage down from
480 VAC to 230 VAC. The transformer should have the following ratings:
manufacturer.
Figure 6: Installation for a 3-Pahse 480 VAC Generator System

During the day the gyro stabilizer will be powered from the generator but at night the generator
will be turned off and the gyro stabilizer will be powered from the boat’s battery system. Can this
be accomplished?
While the gyro stabilizer can be operated overnight on a battery system, it will not be practical on
most boats due to the large battery pack required. To provide power overnight (8 to 10 hours) for
the gyro stabilizer requires a 24 VDC deep discharge battery pack with a capacity of at least 1700
Amp-hours. A battery pack of this capacity will weigh approximately 1000 Kg (2200 lbs) and take up
over 2.3 m2 (25 ft2) of space. It will also require the addition of a marine inverter with the
following capabilities:
Input: 24 VDC
Output: 230 VAC, 15 A, 3 kW
Figure 7 shows a configuration that would allow the gyro stabilizer to be switched from generator power
to inverter power. Note that the batteries and inverter shown are required just to power the gyro
stabilizer for 8 to 10 hours. Any other DC loads on the boat would require additional battery capacity.
This system will also require a battery charging system capable of recharging the battery pack from the
boat’s generator.
Important Note: This bulletin provides guidance on potential configurations for powering any
Seakeeper Model Gyro Stabilizer. The information in this bulletin does not replace or supersede any
information contained in the Seakeeper Gyro Installation Manual or any information contained in the
installation documentation for the converters, inverters, generators, battery chargers, or battery
systems mentioned in this bulletin.
Section 3: COOLING INSTALLATION

3.0 Introduction
Unlike predecessor Model 7000 and 7000A gyros, the Model 8000 is shipped with the cooling circuit
filled and ready for use. Only a quick confirmation of glycol level is required.
Reference Drawings
90156 Model 8000 Gyro Cooling Schematic
FIGURE 1 – MODEL 8000 GYRO


FIGURE 2 – MODEL 8000 GYRO COOLING COMPONENTS


3.1 Precautions
 Installer is responsible for supplying a dedicated sea water pump and associated plumbing. Sea
water connections on the gyro heat exchanger mate with ¾ inch (19 mm) hose.
 There is no need to disconnect hose from glycol pump except to replace the pump. In this case,
provision will need to be made to catch draining glycol as plumbing is disconnected. Use caution
to avoid breaking plastic hose connections on pump casing.
 An output is available from motor drive to power and automatically control seawater pump.
This pump must operate on 230 VAC single phase and consume less than 5 amps. Pumps
requiring other voltages or higher current can still be controlled by using this supply from motor
drive to trigger an installer‐supplied contactor but a separate source of power must be provided.
 Maximum sea water pressure in heat exchanger is 20 psi (1.4 bar)
 Sea water flow requirement through heat exchanger is 4 GPM (15.1 LPM) minimum and 8
GPM (30.3 LPM) maximum under all operating conditions of the boat. When sizing sea water
pump, installer should factor in losses for raw water plumbing. In addition to initial operation at
dock, new gyro installations should be checked for minimum 4 GPM (15.1 LPM) flow while
vessel is at speed and when backing down.
3.2 Adding Coolant
1) Cooling system is filled to
proper level when shipped, Correct Coolant Level
with a mixture of 50% glycol
and 50% distilled water. Clear
tube between thermostatic
valve and reservoir should be
filled with green coolant
mixture. If level has dropped,
check for evidence of leaks at
all connections before adding
fluid as described below. If
coolant is at the correct level,
skip to sea water connection in
section 3.3.
FIGURE 3 – MODEL 8000 COOLANT LEVEL

2) Mix 50% ethylene glycol with 50% distilled water in a clean container. Refer to Table 1 or glycol
manufacturer’s literature for freezing points.
Table 1: Freezing Point
Ethylene Glycol Solution

0 10 20 30 40 50 60
(% by volume)
(oF) 32 23 14 2 -13 -36 -70

Temperature
(oC) 0 -3 -8 -16 -25 -37 -55
3) Remove pressure cap on top of reservoir. Pour mixture in until level reaches top of clear tube
between thermostatic valve and reservoir as shown in Figure 3. Filling reservoir above this level
will not cause any damage but coolant may be expelled from pressure relief port below cap due
to normal thermal expansion of coolant.

4) Connect 24 V to controller.
 At the Display check for any ALARMS
 Press the POWER ON/OFF button
 The flywheel will start to spin and the glycol pump will start.
 Recheck glycol level with fluid circulating in coolant circuit. Sight down inside reservoir and
check that coolant level is above upper port on reservoir as shown in Figure 3. Replace cap.
 After several minutes of running, press POWER ON/OFF button to turn power off to
the flywheel and glycol pump. The glycol pump will stop and the flywheel will coast to a
stop.

5) The cooling system is self‐purging. If small amounts of air are in the system, they will most likely
be dislodged during the first sea trial. Recheck level after sea trial and add fluid if required.

3.3 Connecting Seawater to Heat Exchanger
1) Connect seawater from installer supplied pump to lower 3/4” (19 mm) hose barb on heat
exchanger. Use the same practices as other below waterline seawater plumbing. Required flow
rate is 4 GPM (16 LPM) minimum and 8 GPM (30.3 LPM) maximum.
2) Connect seawater discharge (upper hose barb) to overboard drain. Use the same practices as
other below waterline seawater plumbing.
3) In addition to initial operation at dock, new gyro installations should be checked for minimum 4
GPM (16 LPM) flow while vessel is at speed and when backing down. If no other method of
confirming flow is available, discharge line may be temporarily diverted to a bucket. Flow is
calculated from time to fill a known volume.
4) Inspect raw water plumbing after sea trial for any signs of leakage.
5) Heat exchanger contains removable end‐caps to provide access for cleaning the tube bundle.

FIGURE 4 – MODEL 8000 SEAWATER CONNECTIONS
Section 4: STARTUP

4.0 Introduction
This section describes the first startup of the gyro.
Also reference Seakeeper Document # 90141, Model 8000 Gyro Operation Manual.

 Previous sections for mechanical, electrical and cooling installation must be completed
before this startup sequence is initiated.
 Before continuing, the area around the gyro must be clear of personnel and
equipment!
4.1 Startup Instructions
1) Energize 24 VDC supply at the customer supplied electrical disconnect.

2) Supply 220 VAC to Motor Drive Box at customer supplied electrical disconnect.

3) If sea water pump for gyro is not supplied though cable from Motor Drive Box, turn on the
boat’s AC or DC circuit breaker that supplies power to the sea water pump.

4) With system powered up check the display for any ALARMS. If there are any ALARMS present
they must be corrected first.

Section 4: STARTUP

5) Press the GYRO ON/OFF Button on Display. Faint clicking from gyro can be heard up to
250 rpm. The RED LOCK ICON and the PROGRESS BAR will appear and be RED until the GYRO is
at speed, then stabilization can begin.

6) The sea water pump should have started when the ON/OFF button on the display was
depressed. Confirm pump operation and flow rate, if practical. Required flow is 4 GPM (15 LPM)
minimum and 8 GPM (30 LPM) maximum.

7) Verify that there are no ALARMS present. If an ALARM is present it will be displayed.

8) When the PROGRESS BAR turns GREEN from RED the GYRO can be placed in SEA mode. Depress
the LOCK/UNLOCK Button and the GYRO will be free to move and precession can occur.

9) Verify that there are no alarms. If an ALARM is present it will be displayed.

Section 4: STARTUP

10) Press the LOCK/UNLOCK Button to go from SEA to LOCK mode. Then press the GYRO
ON/OFF Button to power the GYRO down.
11) During normal operation, the gyro should be stopped when pulling into port and stabilization is
no longer required. This maximizes long term life as it allows the gyro to start the coast down
cycle before cooling is shutoff. Once the vessel is secured in the slip and the crew has shut
down the generator and engines, the AC and DC breakers that control the gyro should be
switched to the OFF position. The gyro will continue to spool down to zero rpm. No cooling is
required during this time. Note gyro will take 4.5 hours to coast down to zero rpm from full
speed. When the flywheel has stopped the display will indicate 0 RPM.

Section 5: INSTALLATION CHECKLIST AND SUPPLIES

Please Complete Checklist and E‐mail to customerservice@seakeeper.com
or telefax to +1‐410‐326‐1199
5.0 Installation Checklist

Mechanical Checklist (reference Installation Manual Section 1)
 Gyro Foundation Installed in Hull

Electrical Checklist (reference Seakeeper Drawing 90131 & Installation Manual Section 2)
 Mount Components
1. Display (near helm)
2. Serial Comms 6‐Way Connection Box (near Display and Keypad)

 Connect Cables to Gyro Control Box
1. Cable 1 (customer supplied) (J10) – 24 VDC power input via customer supplied
connection box or directly to circuit breaker
2. Cable 17 (J9) – switched alarm output
3. Cable 5 (J8) – serial communications (to Serial Comms 6‐Way Connection Box )

 Connect 230 VAC single phase to Motor Drive Box via Cable 2 and customer
supplied connection box or directly to circuit breaker

 Connect vessel ground cable , Cable 16 (customer supplied) to gyro rear brace

 Connect display and Cable 5 to Serial Comms 6‐Way Connection Box

 Connect 230 VAC seawater output from Motor Drive Box via Cable 8 to seawater
pump


Cooling Checklist (reference Installation Manual Section 3)
 Verify coolant level in heat exchanger coolant reservoir.
 Connect sea water hoses / open sea cocks to heat exchanger and test sea water
pump.
 Verify 4 GPM (15 LPM) minimum and 8 GPM (30 LPM) maximum sea water flow
through heat exchanger under all operating conditions of the boat.

Startup Checklist (reference Installation Manual Section 4 and Operation Manual Section 2)
 Turn on 24 VDC circuit breaker
 Turn on 230 VAC circuit breaker
 Verify display works and no alarms are present
 Follow instructions in Section 4.1 of Installation Manual to turn on the GYRO
 Verify sea water pump turns on when the GYRO is turned ON
 Verify that no ALARMS are present
 Follow instruction in Section 4.1 of Installation Manual to turn off the Gyro
 AC & DC power and sea water pump may be turned off after the GYRO is turned
off by placing the GYRO in LOCK mode and Turning the GYRO off
 Gyro takes 4.5 hours to coast down to zero rpm from full speed


5.1 Required Supplies needed for Gyro Installation (not supplied with gyro)
Installation
Manual
Reference Other
Item Description Qty Section Reference System
1 Adhesive and cleaning supplies for bonding to hull 1 Mechanical
2 Safety Enclosure (possibly including soundproofing) 1 Mechanical
3 Spreader bar & leveling line for lifting gyro 1 Mechanical
Hose clamps for seawater plumbing to 3/4" (19 mm) hose
4 barb (2 per hose barb) 4 3 Cooling
5 Mounting screws for Serial Comms 6‐Way Junction Box 2 2.1.3 Dwg 90010 Electrical
6 M6 terminal lug for grounding gyro at rear brace 1 2.3.4 Electrical
Cable, 4AWG, for grounding gyro at rear brace to vessel
7 ground (used with item 8) AR 2.3.4 Dwg 90149 Electrical
Cable, 2x12AWG, 24 VDC power input to Control Box, (Cable 1
8 to J10) AR 2.2.5 Dwg 90149 Electrical
9 Ferrules AR 2.6 WI 20 Electrical
10 Weidmüller crimp tool PZ 4 (or equivalent). 1 2.6 WI 20 Electrical
11 Sea water pump 1 2.2.3 Electrical
Relay for sea water pump control (Not required if using
12 230V AC pump) 1 2.2.3 Electrical

AR = As Required WI = Work Instruction
Dwg = Drawing SB = Service Bulletin


List of common tools that may be required for installation
Item Description Use

1 Wire cutter Power, serial comm cables
2 Wire stripper Power, serial comm cables
3 1/8 hex key Gimbal sensor mount plate
4 2.5 mm hex key Gimbal angle sensor
5 Slot screwdriver, 5/64 inch Field assembly connectors
6 1/4 inch nutdriver Hose clamps
7 Terminal or quick disconnect crimper Power cables
8 Utility knife Scoring cable jackets

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i. J1: Gyro Upper Instrumentation, CABLE 12 from Gyro

RELAY CONTROL POWER

WHT TB1 WHT

TO 6-WAY GRN TB3 GRN

 Cable cutter  Wire cutter  Ferrule crimper

Seakeeper Stabilizers require the following power to operate:

Figure 1: Installation for a 12 VDC Battery System

Figure 2: Installation for a 3-Phase 230 VAC Generator System

Figure 5: Installation for a 3-Phase 380 VAC Generator System

Figure 6: Installation for a 3-Pahse 480 VAC Generator System

Table 1: Freezing Point

Ethylene Glycol Solution

(oF) 32 23 14 2 -13 -36 -70

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