2. Safety Notices

2.1. Stability

This system is not intended, nor should it be expected, to provide underway dynamic stability beyond the limits of the hull itself. It is up to the captain of the vessel to ensure that the hull is kept and operated in a safe manner, within the limits defined by the manufacturer.

2.2. Electrical Hazards

Please ensure all electrical systems on the boat are turned off before beginning this procedure. This includes battery switches, engines, generators, shore power connections, and navigation electronics. Improper connections may cause unintended power, groundings, or shock to installation personnel or Seakeeper Ride components.

Marine electronics pose a hazard to those handling them. Please use caution and respect the potential for injury due to electrical hazards inherent in systems with batteries, engines, and alternators.

2.3. Installation Personnel

It is imperative that the installer is ABYC certified and/or familiar with electrical installations in marine applications. Utilizing marine grade equipment, connections and materials will help ensure proper operation.

If the installer has any doubt about the integration of Seakeeper Ride with the boat’s navigation and propulsion equipment, they should contact the manufacturer for guidance.

The installer must review the following list of reference drawings before beginning the installation procedure.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY LEAD TO PERSONAL INJURY OR FAILURE OF THE SEAKEEPER RIDE SYSTEM TO OPERATE AS INTENDED.

2.4. Installation Materials

Seakeeper supplies quality cables and terminals to ensure long-lasting and consistent operation of the electrical system. Substituting cables, terminals, and other components from the Seakeeper-supplied equipment may affect the system’s operation and could void the warranty.

Adhesive-lined heat shrink is highly recommended for long life and durability on components that need to be terminated by the installer.

Please use the highest quality NMEA 2000 CAN bus cables, Tees, and power drops when necessary. CAN bus cables are critical to the operation of the system and poor-quality cables and connectors can inhibit or stop operation of the Seakeeper Ride system.

Securing materials should be used to hold cables in place according to ABYC standards.

2.5. Installation Tools

Proper electrical tools should be used for all aspects of electrical installation to avoid destruction of cables and terminals. Avoid the use of open flames to apply heat to heat shrink materials to avoid damaging cables.