Seakeeper 40 Installation Manual (90715-2) 40-234-0043 to Current
2.4.3 Installation of Seakeeper
- Locate and position 4 isolation gaskets (P/N 10534) onto foundation beams (for metal to metal contacts only).
NOTE: A FILM OF SEALANT SHOULD BE APPLIED TO THE GASKET TO KEEP WATER FROM WICKING INTO THE JOINT. - Lower Seakeeper into position onto foundation beams and align over drilled holes.
- Install Mounting Bolts:
- For Through-Bolt installations (P/N 90086 – Seakeeper 40 Thru-Bolt Kit), install the Seakeeper supplied M16-2.0 fasteners to maintain a minimum of 2 threads protruding past nut. Apply a moderate coat of nickel-based anti-seize (e.g., SAF-T-EZE nickel grade anti-seize, SBT-4N or equivalent) to the threads of each bolt and include a small bead of marine grade sealant (e.g., SILI-THANE 803 or equivalent) under each bolt head and washer before installation. See Figure 6.
- For Blind-Hole installations (P/N 90614 – Seakeeper 40 Bolt-In Kit), install the Seakeeper supplied M16-2.0 fasteners to maintain a minimum thread engagement of 0.95 in. (24 mm). Apply a moderate coat of nickel-based anti-seize (e.g., SAF-T-EZE nickel grade anti-seize, SBT-4N or equivalent) to the threads of each bolt and include a small bead of marine grade sealant (e.g., SILI-THANE 803 or equivalent) under each bolt head and washer before installation. See Figure 7.
- Torque all fasteners to 100 ft-lbs (136 N-m).
- New bolts, matching the Seakeeper specification, must be used for each installation and reinstallation that meet the requirements listed above.
- Proceed to electrical and cooling portion of the installation.
