pedestal steerer - L-36 Fleet

ds4t.n PULL-WbL STEERING SYSTEMS
PULL-PULL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This section of the catalog has been designed to assist the in-
staller with the proper layout, adjustment, and installation of this
equipment. Please read this carefully, and go over all of the many
drawings with the idea that each one will contribute to the end
design and layout.
1. Unpack everything and layout on the floor the basic arrangement
of the system. ~akesure you fully understand the use-of
all components and their position within the system.
2. Locate and fasten the steerer in place, be it Pedestal or Bulkhead.
Place the appropriate conduit holding method in place
underthe steerer and attach the conduit to it. Make sure that the
holding device is far enough from the steerer to allow the roller
chain to travel its full length without the chain ends hitting the
conduit, (usually 65 degrees to 85 degrees Rudder Travel).
3. Place the Quadrant or Radial Drive on the rudder post in a location
where the conduit can be aimed directly at the proper
groove.This adjustment can be assisted by using a3!s inch wood
dowel or equivalent. Place it in the groove and aim it from the
centerline of the boat to theappropriateattachment point of the
conduit. In the case of Radial Drive, the two conduits can be
within afew inchesof each otheras long as they lead in astraight
line to the groove.
Make sure that the correct lead is going to the correct side of
the QuadrantlRadial to get directional steering. Keep the conduit
bends as generous as possible with no less than an 8 inch radius.
4. With the system in place install thewireand chain in thesteerer
and conduit. Place an adequate amount of the Figure 827 Lubricant
on the wire as it is slid into place. Make sure the wire is precleaned
of grit and that the end has no wire burrs that could
damage the inside of the conduit. Fasten the wire to the Figure
618 Takeup Eye and tighten so the chain is centered as the rudder
points dead ahead.
MAINTENANCE
1. The roller Chain should be oiled (not greased), the steerer bear-
ings oiled if bronze and greased if Needle Bearings.
2. Although theTeflon grease is "trapped" within theconduit, the
wire is out of sight and should be inspected at least oncea year
and re-lubricated more often if the boat is contemplating an off-
shore or lona distance cruise. After five years the wire should be
replaced an; the old wire kept for spares if it is in useable form.
The steering is the one piece of machinery used all of the time
that the boat is away from thedock. Most of the "horrorstories"
that are heard regarding steerers is one of unfamiliarity of the
system combined with lack of maintenance. With a well designed,
well maintained steerer the boat should be a lea sure to all.
USING FIG 827 TEFLON i,
LUBRICANT "-&,
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NOTE: At all times make sure that the entire assembly is tight, all
screws and bolts are well fastened down and all parts are
well aligned and that the cable; is well lubricated.
PULL-PULL STEERING ASSEMBLIES
ORDERING INFORMATION
Edson
.f,,/ Edson has designed a number of special fittings for use with the For sheaves and wire we recommend Xs inch 7 x 19 Fig. 634 Wire
Pull-Pull systems. For ease of selection we have noted the conduit and 4 inch sheaves for boats to about 38 feet, and 1h inch 7 x 19
itself and then divided up the fittings as to Wheel End and Rudder wire with 6 inch sheaves for larger boats. For rudder loads or unus-
Post End of the system.The conduit and wire rope can be easily cut ual design configuration you must consult your Naval Architect.
so estimate a little extra length when ordering. As shown here you For sizing of the system check the appropriate pedestal and bulk-
can purchase long lengths of conduit and a number of end fittings head pages of this catalog (the deisgn criteria shown on these
and design your own system right on the boat. charts likewise applies to a Pull-Pull system).
FIG.797.SIZEl
PulllPull Conduit Assembly. Length is measured from end to
end of the conduit itself. Comes equipped with two end fittings
with clamps ready to screw on to the conduit. Two lengths of
conduits are required for necessary wire and fittings, see the
cable and chain fitting page.
A @Minimum
i / 8"120.3cm Radius
IG. 854. SIZE 250
FIG. 854 Conduit End Fittings with
FIG.853-SIZE250 P.iamnc ,., snd ,., t ,rluts. Two
PulllPull Conduit Only. Same as above except in COMPLETE required per Conduit.
lona lenaths. Stocked bv Edson in reel but avail- Order a supply to go
able in one foot increments. 13 oz. per ft. 3/4" OD ~1d.853
with the Fia853 Conduit.
(.23k per 30 cm 18.75mm OD). Molded ~e?con.
FIG. 841 - SlZE 2
Drop Conduit Bracket - The 4 bolt
holes match the pedestal base. Drops
the conduit ends 2" below the cockpit
floor - more if blocked down.
Makes it easy to feed
the wire down and to
lubricate the
system. Wt. 1 Ib.
0
STEERING WHEEL END. 1 RUDDERPOST END
FIG. 825 - SIZE 1
FlG.825 Internal Conduit Bracket - Mounts within
the pedestal base to allow conduit to hug
the bottom of the cockpit floor. Must be
used with 8 inch
Quadrant or radial Grive
to prevent steering chain
form overriding. Wt. 7.5
ozs.13.38k aluminum.
FIG. 798 - SIZE 2
Flat Conduit Plate - Holds 2
Conduit ends under either a
pedestal or cockpit floor. Wt. 1
lb.145k Plated Steel.
FIG. 798
FIG. 799 SIZE 2
Right Angle Bracket - Mounts
chain length below a Bulkhead
Steerer. Easy anchoring point
for both conduits. Wt. 6.5 02s.
2.93k aluminum.
FIG. 824. SlZE 17
Bracket with Rudder Stop. For best align-
ment, the bracket must be mounted paralel
to the quadrant face. The stop must fit
squarely on the solid part of the quadrant;
not the web of the quadrant. 3 lbs.11.35k
c!a
FIG. 847 - SlZE 4 or 6
Flat Conduit ldler -
Aluminum with Bra
2 oz.1.952k.
Size 6" - Bronz
with Bronze
Sheave 5 lbs.
5 oz.12.38k.
FIG. 840 - SIZE 4 or 6
Upright Conduit ldler
- Comes with pre-
drilled pivot point for
ease of alignment of
sheaves with quadrant
radius. conduit
threads into the end
of the casting.
Size 4" - Aluminum
with Brass Sheave 2
Ibs.l.9k.
Size 6" - Bronze with
Bronze Sheave 5 Ibs.,
2.5 oz.12.31 k.
FIG. 827 -SIZE 4 Lubricant - A 4 ounce jar of
inert base oils (non-petroleum)
combined with Teflon. This is
the very best available for
Gonduit lubrication.
FIG. 827 -SIZE 75 Applicator Tube of above
lubricant, 3/4 OZ.