Seakeeper 5 / 6 Installation Manual (90402-5) 6/5-233-5847 to Current
2.5.6 Installation of Seakeeper
- The four areas where the feet of the Seakeeper will rest should be coplanar to within .06 in. (1.5 mm). See figure below.
NOTE: DO NOT INSTALL SEAKEEPER WITH 1/2 IN. SPACERS WITH SADDLE KIT. - Rig Seakeeper for lifting and lower into position onto top surface of four saddles.
- Apply a small bead (approximately 4 mm wide) of sealant or caulk to the mating surfaces between the saddles and the Seakeeper foundation. Adjust position of Seakeeper until alignment is achieved for the 16 fasteners that will attach Seakeeper foundation frame to saddles.
- Install Seakeeper supplied M12-1.75 X 65 mm fasteners – apply a moderate coat of removable thread locker to the threads of each bolt and include a small bead of sealant under each washer before installation.
- Torque all fasteners to 65 ft-lbs (88 N-m).
- Proceed to electrical and cooling portion of the installation.
