{"id":22423,"date":"2026-08-20T15:55:39","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T15:55:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/seakeeper-1-installation-manual-90519-1-1-202-0001-to-1-233-0630-copy\/introduction\/"},"modified":"2026-08-20T17:33:11","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T17:33:11","slug":"introduction","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/seakeeper-1-installation-manual-90519-2-copy\/introduction\/","title":{"rendered":"Introduction"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"page-heading\">\n\t<div class=\"copy\">\n\t\t<h1 class=\"heading-1\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> 1<\/h1>\n\t\t<p class=\"heading-1 sub-title\">Installation Manual<\/p>\n\t\t<p class=\"text\">90519, Rev 2<\/p>\n\t\t<script id=\"toc-move\">\n\t\t\t\/\/ move the table of contents button\n\t\t\tjQuery('.toc-button').insertAfter('#toc-move');\n\t\t<\/script>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"image\">\n\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/wp-content\/uploads\/Seakeeper-1-Cover-Blue-Lights-sm-768x550.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/wp-content\/uploads\/Seakeeper-1-Cover-Blue-Lights-sm-768x550.png 768w, https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/wp-content\/uploads\/Seakeeper-1-Cover-Blue-Lights-sm.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<script>\ndocument.querySelector('h1').style.display = 'none';\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This document is intended to give details and guidance for a boat builder or equipment installer to properly install the <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> 1 (Serial numbers 1-233-0631 to Current).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reference Documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seakeeper.com\/technical-library\/?type=&amp;product=&amp;search=90510\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>90510 \u2013 <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> 1 Hardware Scope of Supply<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seakeeper.com\/technical-library\/?type=&amp;product=&amp;search=90513\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>90513 \u2013 <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> 1 Packing List<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PRECAUTIONS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> must only be lifted from the supplied lifting eyes (see Section: Transportand Unpacking).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Precision bearings support the <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> flywheel. While unpacking and lifting the <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> assembly, DO NOT drop or impart mechanical shock, as this could damagethe bearings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While handling or installing the <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> assembly, protect exposed hydraulic brakecylinder rods (see Figure 1) from scratches or damage, as this could lead to prematureseal failure and oil leaks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exercise care to protect any exposed surfaces, as damage to the finish could lead to the <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span>\u2018s early appearance degradation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"632\" src=\"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/wp-content\/uploads\/SK1-Details.jpg\" alt=\"Seakeeper 1 Components - Isometric\" class=\"wp-image-1433\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5823209816250534;width:636px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/wp-content\/uploads\/SK1-Details.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/wp-content\/uploads\/SK1-Details-768x485.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"868\" src=\"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/wp-content\/uploads\/SK1-Details-Top-View.jpg\" alt=\"Seakeeper 1 Components - Top-Down\" class=\"wp-image-1435\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.1520768051203414;width:604px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/wp-content\/uploads\/SK1-Details-Top-View.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/wp-content\/uploads\/SK1-Details-Top-View-768x667.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>Figure 1 &#8211; <\/em><\/strong><em><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><br>1 Components \u2013 Isometric (top) \/ Top-Down (bottom)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SAFETY<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"406\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/wp-content\/uploads\/CAUTION.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10247\" style=\"width:150px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-6a62430066151fef808b0b503b166b8c wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>There is a large torque about the gimbal axis when the <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> is precessing. <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> cover panels are provided to prevent personnel or equipment from contacting the <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> while it is in operation. These covers should not be stepped on or have anything placed on top. The covers should always be in place during operation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-181ccc8839ea7952dcc0c43a8d6d0470 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If it is ever necessary to access the <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> while the flywheel is spinning, the <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> must be locked at the display to stop the <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> from precessing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-6532bb2eaadbdbbb353234c0740754a6 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Stand clear of the <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> and all moving components during operation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-09dbc566bb0964aa536138e8698ee19f wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Unit may be started remotely. Assume it could move without warning.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-b1fa33fa0aa831358c0c61bf51fcc169 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The following must be true before accessing the <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-99591a006d0009b039a7ea5a9a6cfd15\"><strong>Input power must be disconnected for at least 10 minutes<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-f3178c114f1a0783f6d29bebcfc5fa5c\"><strong><span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> must be locked<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-515f2a98e69368991acb8cdf127b8518\"><strong>Flywheel must be at zero speed<\/strong><br><br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TRANSPORT &amp; UNPACKING<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reference Documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seakeeper.com\/technical-library\/?type=&amp;product=&amp;search=90515\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>90515 \u2013 <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> 1 Unpacking Instructions<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seakeeper.com\/technical-library\/?type=&amp;product=&amp;search=90510\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">90510 \u2013 <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> 1 Hardware Scope of Supply<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seakeeper.com\/technical-library\/?type=&amp;product=&amp;search=11766\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">11766 \u2013 DC <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> Lifting Bar Kit<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transport<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> -provided shipping crate for transport, P\/N 12098. The overall dimensions of a fully packed <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> 1 crate are 27.5 L x 27.5 W x 23.25 H in. (0.70 Lx 0.70 W x 0.60 H m) with a weight of 430 lbs (195 kg), including accessories.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> 1 crates can be stacked up to two (2) units high. Only like units should be stacked, <br>i.e., <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> 1 on top of a <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> 1.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Both air and ground transport are acceptable and available through <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> shipping crates must be transported in environmental conditions between-4\u00b0F and 140\u00b0F (-20\u00b0C and 60\u00b0C).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unpacking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reference Drawing No. 90515 \u2013 <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> 1 Crate Unpacking Instructions for detailedunpacking instructions. Once the <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> 1 crate has been unpacked, follow theseinstructions when lifting the unit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Remove and set aside cover, electrical components, cables, and miscellaneous items.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attach the Small Gyro Lifting Bar Kit, P\/N 11766, to the two lifting eyes on top of the <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> enclosure.<br>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stay clear of the <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> 1 when it is being lifted and follow safe practices for working under a suspended load. The <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> 1 weighs 365 lbs (165 kg).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Figure 2 shows the proper lifting arrangement. Drawing No. 90516 \u2013 <span translate=\"no\"><span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> 1 Bolt-InInstallation Details provides additional details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove lifting eyes once the unit is installed. <strong>Lifting eyes must be removed prior to operation<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"743\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/seakeeper\/wp-content\/uploads\/Seakeeper-1-Lifting-Drawing.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1449\" style=\"width:522px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>Figure 2<\/em><\/strong><em> &#8211; <span translate=\"no\">Seakeeper<\/span> 1 lifting arrangement<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This document is intended to give details and guidance for a boat builder or equipment installer to properly install the Seakeeper 1 (Serial numbers 1-233-0631 to Current). 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