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March 11, 2017 Know Before You Go! 
 Sailboat Steering and Bilge Pumps Will Keene Edson International New Bedford, MA 24/7/365 Cell #: 508-353-4829 www.EdsonMarine.com

Sailboat Steering Systems www.edsonmarine.com

Steering Systems What Kind of steering do I have? Chain/Wire Systems Radial Drive Quadrant Pull-Pull Conduit www.edsonmarine.com 3

Steering Data Sheets Available for Download at edsonmarine.com Check for your boat! www.edsonmarine.com 4

Chain and Wire Steering System Inspection Download the Full Edson Steering System Inspection Checklist at edsonmarine.com www.edsonmarine.com 5

Key Terms Pedestal Sheave Quadrant Chain & Wire Idler Radial Drive Wheel www.edsonmarine.com 6

Steering Compartment Inspection Steering Compartment 1) Add LED lighting 2) Check for possible interferences ▪ Think knockdown situation! 3) Isolate your steering system 4) Photograph system ▪ Laminate and post photos in compartment 5) Have tools readily available ▪ Specific to steering system 6) Paint compartment white ▪ Chafe inspection ▪ Better visibility www.edsonmarine.com 7

Steering Compartment Inspection Rudder Stops www.edsonmarine.com 8

Steering Compartment Inspection Wire Rope 1) Scan wire rope for broken strands 2) Look for signs of corrosion 3) Lubricate with #30 Motor Oil www.edsonmarine.com 9

Steering Compartment Inspection Sheaves 1) Remove sheave pins and insect for wear 2) Replace worn or brass sheave pins 3) Clean sheave bushing with WD-40 4) Lubricate bushing with #30 motor oil www.edsonmarine.com 10

Steering Compartment Inspection Idler Plate 1) Carefully Inspect 2) Replace if any signs of rust 3) Tap with hammer (dull thud may mean rust on top) 4) Grab sheave housings and try to move them with your hand (they should feel very secure) www.edsonmarine.com 11

Steering Compartment Inspection Tension Wire Cables a) Turning the Wheel = Movement of Rudder b) Lazy wire should not be able to slip off sheaves or quadrant / radial drive wheel c) Excessive tension can cause premature wear of system www.edsonmarine.com 12

Above Deck Inspection and Maintenance Pedestal 1) Mark compass alignment with tape 2) Remove compass and engine control 3) Lubricate shaft needle bearings with Teflon Grease • Turn wheel while applying 4) Inspect for play in the wheel shaft 5) Check operation of brake ▪ The brake will save wear and tear on the system while the boat is not in use www.edsonmarine.com 13

Above Deck Inspection and Maintenance Chain 1) Examine chain over full length ▪ Look for signs of rust (especially on the pins and ends) ▪ Check for flexibility of chain ▪ Replace chain every 7-10 years (more often in Caribbean) 2) Lubricate chain and wire with #30 motor oil or T-9 Boeshield www.edsonmarine.com 14

A Steering Guide can be downloaded at edsonmarine.com Please contact us anytime with questions on your steering system 15

Bilge Pumps www.edsonmarine.com 16

Bilge Pumps The Checklist Test Existing Capacity Electric Pumps – Gallons per minute Manual Pumps – Gallons per minute and gallons per stroke 5 Gal. Bucket – Test practicality www.edsonmarine.com 17

Bilge Pumps The Checklist Understand How and What to Add for Pump Capacity Example Note Rated Capacity 2000 GPH (33 GPM) Determine Pump Discharge Head 6’ Discharge Head Calculate Actual Pump Capacity 1300 GPH (22 GPM) www.edsonmarine.com 18

Bilge Pumps The Checklist Water in the boat 1)Find the leak! 2)Stop the leak or slow it down as much as possible! 3)Early detection is key (install a bilge alarm) 4)Pumps can buy time, keep up with a small leak, or remove water after the leak has stopped www.edsonmarine.com 19

Bilge Pumps The Checklist Important Factors to Consider 1)How far Offshore do you plan to venture? 2)Will you be boating in a remote or populated area? 3)How Comfortable/confident are you with your current pumping capacity? 4)Survey available space for additional pump installations www.edsonmarine.com 20

Bilge Pumps The Checklist Important Factors to Consider 5) Think about the ergonomics of manual pumping. Can you put your body behind it? Is it sustainable? Remember volume per stroke! 6) Is you boat large enough to have compartmentalized pump requirements? 7) Know your physical limitations, and that of your crew! www.edsonmarine.com 21

Bilge Pumps The Checklist Important Factors to Consider 8) Know how fast water can come into a boat! Water Flow in Gallons Per Minute Feet Below Waterline 2' 4' 6' 1" 28 40 49 Hole 2" 111 157 192 Diameter 3" 250 354 433 www.edsonmarine.com 22

Bilge Pumps The Checklist Planning and Prevention a.Install a Bilge Alarm b.Check all hoses above and below the waterline c.Check engine exhaust risers and hoses d.Check seacocks and all thru-hull fittings for cracks and corrosion e.Check prop shaft and rudderpost stuffing boxes www.edsonmarine.com 23

Bilge Pumps The Checklist Planning and Prevention f.Clean bilge and paint it white g.Keep a waterproof LED flashlight handy h.Draw a map of the thru-hull locations in your boat i.Each pump should have its own thru-hull j.Label seacocks www.edsonmarine.com 24

Bilge Pumps ISAF Rule 2.03.1(e): [All equipment] shall be of a type, size, and capacity suitable and adequate for the intended use and size of the yacht. Each vessel and boat owner is different in their pumping needs! It is your responsibility to outfit your boat with the proper equipment to keep you safe. www.edsonmarine.com 25

Will Keene President, Edson International 24/7/365 Cell #: 508-353-4829 www.edsonmarine.com 26