Page 2 - Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide; Important information; Safety notices; Product installation; EMC conformance
2 Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide Important information Safety notices WARNING: Product installation This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this handbook. Failure to do so could result in poor product performance, personal ...
Page 3 - Introduction; Product description; Figure 1: Main parts of the CR pump; Contents
Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide 3 Introduction Product description Welcome to the installation guide for the Raymarine constant running (CR) hydraulic pump. This product is intended to operate the boat’s steering mechanism as part of a Raymarine autopilot system. The pump provid...
Page 4 - Specifications; Pump specifications; Figure 2: Pump dimensions; Other information
4 Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide Specifications Pump specifications Pump dimensions Figure 2: Pump dimensions Table 1: Pump specifications Performance (at nominal voltage) Type CR1 M81125 (12 V)M81127 (24 V) Type CR2 M81126 (12 V)M81128 (24 V) Ram capacity 350-500 cc(21-30 in 3...
Page 5 - Installation instructions; Parts required; To install this drive you will need:; Installation steps; WARNING: Electrical safety; Follow these steps to install your CR pump:
Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide 5 Installation instructions Parts required To install this drive you will need: • Parts supplied:• CR hydraulic pump • if required: BSP to NPT adaptors (x3) • Additional parts:• suitable hydraulic pipes, hydraulic fluid, T-pieces, pipe fittings an...
Page 6 - EMC installation guidelines
6 Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide 1. EMC installation guidelines All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment. Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibi...
Page 7 - Suppression ferrites; as close to the steering ram as possible; Locate the pump in a ventilated and soundproof enclosure.
Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide 7 Suppression ferrites This figure shows typical cable suppression ferrites used with Raymarine equipment. Always use the ferrites supplied by Raymarine. Connections to other equipment If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipm...
Page 8 - Hydraulic connections; General guidelines
8 Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide 3. Hydraulic connections CAUTION: Before you connect the autopilot pump to your hydraulic system we strongly recommend that you consult the steering gear manufacturer. General guidelines CAUTION: Absolute cleanliness is essential when working wi...
Page 9 - Check valves; Hydraulic steering systems; There are three basic types of hydraulic steering systems:
Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide 9 CAUTION: Do not use PTFE tape on hydraulic pipe connections. If necessary use a pipe-sealing compound to ensure a leakproof joint. CAUTION: Before running the pump for the first time, make sure the system contains sufficient hydraulic fluid. You...
Page 10 - Two line systems; Figure 3: Autopilot pump location for two line systems
10 Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide Two line systems Figure 3 shows a typical two line steering system. Hydraulic fluid flows into the ram in either direction, depending on the direction the helm pump rotates. Connect the autopilot pump to the steering system as shown in Figure 3...
Page 11 - Two line pressurized systems
Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide 11 Two line pressurized systems Two line pressurized systems have an external pressurized reservoir. This reduces the possibility of introducing air into the system and reduces any steering ‘sponginess’ caused by pipe expansion. Connect the autopi...
Page 12 - Three line systems; out of the helm pump to the ram
12 Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide Three line systems In a three line system, the hydraulic fluid flows in only one direction: • out of the helm pump to the ram • returning from the other side of the ram to the reservoir via a common return line The system will include a check v...
Page 13 - Connecting to the course computer; Connecting to Type 150/400 course computer; MOTOR A; Table 2: Recommended cable sizes
Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide 13 4. Connecting to the course computer WARNING: Electrical safety Make sure the power supply is switched off before you make any electrical connections. The CR pump has electrical connections for: • motor supply: two single-core cables • solenoid...
Page 14 - Connecting to Type 100/300 course computer; Connecting the CR interface; Run cables from the main power supply to:
14 Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide Figure 6: CR pump connections to a Type 150/400 course computer Connecting to Type 100/300 course computer When installing the CR pump with a Type 100/300 course computer we recommend using a Raymarine constant running (CR) interface (part numb...
Page 15 - Mechanical steering; CLUTCH
Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide 15 Figure 7: CR pump connections to a Type 100/300 course computer Mechanical steering If you are fitting the pump to a boat with mechanical steering you will need to connect it to a secondary steering ram, along with a solenoid-operated bypass va...
Page 16 - Bleeding the system
16 Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide Figure 8: Connecting the bypass valve 5. Post-installation check WARNING: Keep clear of moving steering systems at all times. Protect moving parts from access during normal use. Check the following points after installing the pump: 1. Is the pu...
Page 17 - auto; Maintenance
Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide 17 in the system the steering will feel spongy, particularly when you turn the wheel to hardover. CAUTION: Any air in the hydraulic system will greatly reduce the performance of the autopilot and the overall steering system. In addition to the man...
Page 18 - EMC servicing and safety guidelines
18 Constant Running Hydraulic Pump - Installation Guide Raymarine Ltd Anchorage ParkPortsmouth, HampshireEngland PO3 5TDTelephone +44 (0)23 9269 3611Fax +44 (0)23 9269 4642www.raymarine.com Raymarine Inc 22 Cotton Road, Suite 280NashuaNH 03063-4219, USATelephone +1 603 881 5200Fax +1 603 864 4756www...