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- Page 1 HOUSEBOAT THRUSTER HB340/350 SERIES (PATENT PENDING) INSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL VOLUME 1.9, APRIL 2017 Sideshift Inc. 130 Industrial Ave, Unit 303, Carleton Place, ON, Canada K7C 3T2 1.877.325.4787 +613.686.6011 INFO@SIDESHIFT.COM...
- Page 2 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of a Sideshift thruster system. Sideshift thrusters are designed for easy installation by anyone with basic mechanical and electrical skills. This manual explains everything you need to know about installing your Sideshift thruster.
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Page 3: Safety Warnings
SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 Safety warnings WARNING: To prevent overheating when operating the Sideshift thruster, run for a maximum of 20-30 seconds at a time, then allow to cool for at least 10 seconds before further operation. WARNING: Ensure thruster battery switch is turned off when conducting maintenance and repair of the thruster. -
Page 4: Parts List
SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 Parts List Item Photo Purpose Single Wireless Joystick Raise, lower and control thruster. Dual Wireless Joystick Controls bow and stern thruster on a single console for one-hand operation Wireless Control Module Wireless receiver and control interface between joystick and... - Page 5 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 Motor Control Module Relays commands from joystick, delivering high current from battery to motor. Prevents screw and bolt threads Anti-seize from seizing, facilitating easier assembly and disassembly. Heat shrink tubes Provides waterproofing for cable (sufficient for all cables at battery terminals.
- Page 6 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 Compression terminals Connects cables to motor controller. Select size according to wire gauge used. Wireless Remote Controls thruster remotely Battery Switch On/Off switch for thruster batteries Fuse/Digital Voltage Fuse protection and digital Indicator voltage monitor...
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Page 7: Installation Instructions
SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Sideshift thrusters can be installed with the boat in water or on land, although land- based installation is easier. Get an overview of the electrical installation procedures by viewing the installation videos for our PT230 Pontoon Thruster and our SS/ST series Bow and Stern thruster products on-line at sideshift.com/choose-sideshift/videos/videos/. - Page 8 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 The thruster mounting surface can be a maximum of 24” from the water. If the mounting surface is more than 24” above the water, a mounting bracket will need to be created to provide a lower mounting surface. See example below:...
- Page 9 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 Step-By-Step Instructions: STEP 1: DETERMINE A MOUNTING SURFACE WITH A MINIM UM OF ¼” ALUMINUM OR STEEL RIGID PLATING ATTACH RAILS TO FORM AN APP ROPRIATE MOUNTING PL ATFORM The unit has pre-drilled mounting slots to accommodate 16” or 24”...
- Page 10 Using a 1 ¼” hole saw, drill holes at appropriate locations for routing of the thruster cables. Feed the thruster cables into the storage location. Connect the motor control cables to a dedicated 12v(HB340) or 24v (HB350) battery bank(see page 11). WARNING:...
- Page 11 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS – ELECTRICAL Schematic – HB350 24V System...
- Page 12 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 Schematic – HB340 12V System Due to the high current draw, Sideshift thrusters must be supplied with dedicated 12v starter-type batteries for each thruster. WARNING: High currents can result in reduced voltage supply to the thruster if improper cable, connectors and/or assembly procedures are used.
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Page 13: Battery Requirements
SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 Battery Requirements Starter type batteries(not deep cycle) are required for optimal performance. The batteries supplying the thruster must be capable of meeting the required CCA (Cold Crank Amps), as outlined in Table 1: Required Battery Characteristics. Insufficient battery capacity will lead to poor thruster performance. -
Page 14: Battery Storage
SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 BATTERY STORAGE Over time, batteries self-discharge, even when disconnected. Some new batteries may have a self-discharge of 1-2% per month, but depending on the type and age of the battery, it can rise to 6% per month or more. -
Page 15: Volt Batteries
SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 If you use a parallel configuration, the two batteries must be identical: same rating and same manufacturer and ideally new batteries, or at least operated as a pair for their entire service life. Each battery must be charged separately before installing to ensure they start at the same charge level. - Page 16 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 PREPARING SHUNT CABLES To prepare a shunt cable: STEP 1: ARRANGE BATTERIES You may choose to arrange batteries in different ways: side by side, end to end etc. For a parallel CCA-boasting configuration, arrange the two batteries so the positive and negative posts of each battery are on the same side as the other, as shown in Figure 1.
- Page 17 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 USE OF EXISTING BATTERIES Existing batteries can be used for the thruster, but this option must be considered with caution. CCA requirements must be met, and you must consider how deeply the batteries will be discharged before charging can occur if the thruster load is added to the original load on the battery.
- Page 18 2/0 AWG Battery cable (motor controller end) Ideally, the positive cables should be red and the negative cables black. NOTE: If in doubt of which cable gauge to use, call Sideshift for technical advice. CONNECTING BATTERIES AND THRUSTER TO MOTOR CONTROLLER...
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Page 19: Connect Batteries
SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 STEP 4: CONNECT BATTERIES Fit battery protectors and then shrink tube over each battery lead at the battery end. Install compression terminals. See How To Install Compression Terminals on page for instructions. Attach positive cable (connected to “BATTERY POS” post on motor controller) to the positive post of the battery. - Page 20 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 How To Install Compression Terminals STEP 1: STRIP 1” (2.5 CM) OF INSULATION FROM EACH END OF CABLES NOTE: Take care when stripping insulation to avoid damaging conductor. If some strands are removed the compression terminal will not make a good connection possibly resulting in performance reduction, a fire hazard or the cable pulling out of the compression terminal.
- Page 21 CONNECTING WIRELESS JOYSTICK AND ACTUATOR CONTROLS Model HB350 Refer to HB350 schematic on page 10 for complete system layout 1. Position the wireless control module in a dry location near the motor control module. 2. Connect the red(Positive) and black(Ground) leads from the 4 pin motor control cable to the “12v Positive”...
- Page 22 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 Model HB340 Refer to HB340 schematic on page 11 for complete system layout 1. Position the control module in a dry location near the motor control module. 2. Connect the red(Positive) and black(Ground) leads from the 4 pin motor control cable to the “12v Positive”...
- Page 23 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 Installing Joystick on Console 1. Locate a position on the console of the boat suitable for the joystick. Check under the selected position on the console to ensure a minimum area of at least 4” diameter and a minimum three inches obstruction-free below the area of the joystick equipment.
- Page 24 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 7. Plug the power cable into the back of the joystick 8. Run a thin bead of marine sealant in the groove around the underside perimeter of the joystick, insert into the 2 ½” cutout and press in place.
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Page 25: Operating The Wireless Remote
SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 WARNING Retract the thruster only when the boat is completely stopped OPERATING THE WIRELESS REMOTE 1. For operation of the wireless key fob the joystick must be turned on and the thruster in the fully down position. -
Page 26: Key Fob Operation
SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 KEY FOB OPERATION Mode Action Features Power on Thruster must be in Solid green light when power extended position before using key fob Auto power-off after 5 Press left or right seconds arrows to operate ... -
Page 27: Maintenance
Sideshift thrusters are designed for long life, provided proper maintenance procedures are followed. WARNING: When working near or on the Sideshift thruster, always switch the thruster battery switch to “off”. Motor Unit The motor is sealed and requires no maintenance. - Page 28 SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 Note * It can take 2 hours after charging for the terminal voltage to properly reflect the charge level. Note ** Over-charging can damage the battery and cause hydrogen gas to form which is an explosion hazard and can lead to serious injury and fire.
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Page 29: Warranty
Register your warranty at https://sideshift.com/register-warranty/ All Sideshift Inc. products are warrantied to be free from defects due to faulty workmanship or defective materials for a period of two years. Products failing within the warranty period should be returned to Sideshift assembled and complete with a copy of the original invoice. -
Page 30: Specifications
SIDESHIFT INSTALLATION GUIDE V1.9 Specifications HB340/350 Houseboat Thruster Parameter HB340 Power (HP) Voltage (VDC) Start Current (A) Housing Length (in) 34.0 Thruster Arm Length (in) 35.0 Housing Width (in) 12.0 Propellers (in) Recommended boat size (ft.) <50.0 Actuator deployment/retraction time (sec.)
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