Advantec STEELHEAD MARINE ES Series User manual

INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION MANUAL
ES2200 | ES2500
ES Series
Lightweight, super ecient,
low profile European design
with four-function hydraulics.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
BENEFITS OF STEELHEAD MARINE | OUR WARRANTY
CRANE STORAGE | MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
WIRING DIAGRAM
MANIFOLD
HPU
EXPLODED VIEW
SM-1 CONTROLLER
NOTICE TO INSTALLER
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS
PLANNING THE INSTALLATION
14FT ES 22 REACH
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ABOUT US
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLING THE STANDPIPE
APPENDIX
YACHT CRANE ASSEMBLY
SERVICE & SUPPORT |
YACHT CRANES
CONTACT INFORMATION
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ABOUT STEELHEAD MARINE
High Performance Yacht Equipment
Steelhead Marine’s elegantly designed, high-tech cranes are renowned across the
yachting industry, but their ambitions stretch even higher. Through persistence,
innovation, and hard work they are aiming to become the leader in advancing
hydraulic solutions for the yachting world.
With strong leadership and a dynamic workforce, Steelhead is working to take their
innovative products to the next level of sophistication. A diligent sales, engineering,
design and build process combined with a close working relationship with their
clients ensures Steelhead products will be at the forefront of innovation in the global
yacht market.
ABOUT ADVANTEC:
AdvanTec is a collaboration of brands that specializes in the design, engineering, and
manufacturing of a wide variety of marine products. As one of the largest marine
manufacturers in the world, with over 150 years of experience collectively from their
brands, they have been one of the leaders in innovation and creative manufacturing
systems.
ABOUT US
RAISING THE BAR ON YACHT CRANE PERFORMANCE
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BENEFITS OF STEELHEAD MARINE
Engineered for Performance
OUR WARRANTY
• Greater lift capacity with less crane weight
• Superior engineering and advanced materials
• Durability, strength and reliability
• Compact and attractive design that puts less space and weight demands on your yacht
• Whisper quiet linear winches use composite rope which is quieter and stronger than steel
cable
• Our cranes are proof tested to minimum 110% capacity
• All ES and CT series cranes provided with wireless controls
We are committed to delivering solutions that meet our customer’s requirements.
We oer after-sales service and commissioning support for all products sold.
All Non-Powered Equipment:
• Platinum Warranty - 36 months from date of shipment
All Powered Equipment:
• Standard Warranty - 24 months from date of shipment
• Onsite commissioning required by AdvanTec Marine or
certified technician for an additional 12-month extension
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on our warranty
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YACHT CRANE ASSEMBLY
Figure 1a: Standpipe Mounted
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BOOM EXTENSION
NOSE
BOOM EXTENSION
BOOM BODY
HYDRAULIC MOTOR &
PLANETARY GEARBOX
UPPER DECK OF VESSEL
STANDPIPE
TRIM RING
SHEAR
TRANSFER COLLAR
GASKET
CLAMP
CRANE
MOUNTING PLATE
STANDPIPE
STEP BED WITH SIKAFLEX
210T PRIMER
SHROUDS
RING GEAR
MANIFOLD
SOLENOIDS
NOSE
SHEAVE
WEIGHTED HOOK
LINEAR
WINCH STEP LOCKING
SCREW
SCREWS (#10)
LUFFYING CYLINDER

Figure 1b: Standpipe, Round Base, Square Base
BASE VARIATIONS
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NOTICE TO INSTALLER
Throughout this publication, Warnings and Cautions accompanied by the International
Hazard Symbol are used to alert the manufacturer or installer to special instructions
concerning a particular service or operation that may be hazardous if performed
incorrectly or carelessly.
OBSERVE THEM CAREFULLY!
These “safety alerts” alone, cannot eliminate the hazards that they signal. Strict
compliance to these special instructions when performing the installation and
maintenance plus “common sense” operation are major accident prevention measures.
DANGER
Immediate hazards which WILL
result in severe personal injury
or death.
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result in severe personal
injury or death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result in minor injury or
product or property damage.
NOTICE
Information which is important to
proper installation or maintenance,
but is not hazard-related.
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REQUIRED EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS
This section describes the equipment and tools needed or recommended for the yacht
crane installation.
Supplied Equipment List
Your yacht crane comes with the following standard equipment: Crane assembly, complete
with:
•bearing assembly installed
•hydraulic and electrical system installed
•composite rope, hook and weight assembly installed
•360 degree rotary swivel c/w 2 male -6 JIC connections and 3 conductor electric swivel
(if required)
•Radio Control
•Owner’s Handbook and Installation Manual
•(24)
5/8" x 4" 316 SS FHMS (high strength) c/w nuts, FW & LW
Optional Equipment List
•Customized base assembly (built to your specification)
•Standpipe assembly containing:
•8
5/8" standpipe (adjustable height to suit your requirements).
•shear transfer collar
•base socket
•trim ring
•Set of shrouds
•Hydraulic power pack, available in 24VDC,230VAC single phase
•Hydraulic supply manifold (required on load sensing systems)
Recommended Materials (not supplied)
You will need all or most of the following materials for the crane installation:
•(12)
1/2" Flat Head Machine Screw (FHMS) for thru-bolting (sheer transfer collar)
•(10)
5/8" FHMS (standpipe step)
•(6) #10 x 3/4" OHST screws (trim ring)
•Sikaflex 292, Sikaflex 210T primer
•anti-corrosion paste (Tef-Gel)
•marine corrosion control grease
•heat-shrink-type electrical connectors
•16/3 electrical cable, length as required
•electrical breakers
•deck pad-eye
OR
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Required Tools
You should have the following tools on hand for installation:
• tape measure
• masking tape
• caulking gun
• drill
• portable band saw, or Sawzall power saw
• Phillips screwdrivers
• utility knife
• level
• holesaw
• assorted drill bits
• wire strippers/cutters
• heat shrink tubing and gun
• wet/dry vacuum
• safety goggles and/or face shield
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS
PLANNING THE INSTALLATION
Choosing the Installation method
There are three ways to install the crane:
1. Bolting Directly Onto Deck – The crane can be
bolted directly onto the deck if the yacht structure
has been designed and built to accommodate the
load. The rotary swivel prevents any hose rotation.
A paper template can be supplied if requested.
2. Custom Base Assembly – Steelhead Marine can
design and build custom base assemblies to
your specific requirements, to be installed by an
experienced shipyard. Contact Steelhead for more
information.
3. Standpipe Assembly – To install the optional
standpipe assembly, see procedure on page 8 (max
step to mounting plate height 133 3/4").
Locating the Crane System
1. Choose the best storage location for your tender
considering the following factors:
• clearance needs to allow for rotation and
storage of crane (check walk-around space,
hatch, railing, and other clearances)
• deck strength
• standpipe base location on lower deck
• accessibility for easy operation and
maintenance
2. Determine the balance point of the tender,
and mark this balance spot on the deck. The
reach requirement of the crane is a horizontal
measurement from the optimum crane location
to the balance point of the tender.
3. To ensure the tender does not hit the side of
the vessel during a launch and retrieval, allow 9"
more than the tender’s half beam measurement
for clearance (i.e., half the width of the tender).
4. Check crane hook height vs. reach table at
various lung angles to ensure at least 8"
of clearance between the tender and vessel
(railings) during operation.
5. Double-check the reach and height requirements
against the specifications of the crane to
ensure the crane will meet your installation
requirements.
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14FT ES 22 REACH
ANGLE LENGTH HEIGHT
0 168.3" 40.0"
10 158.9" 66.3"
20 153.6" 94.5"
30 143.5" 121.3"
40 128.9" 146.0"
50 110.2" 167.8"
55 99.3" 177.6"
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INSTALLING
THE STANDPIPE
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INSTALLING THE STANDPIPE
Figure 3: Exploded View of Standpipe
1. Locate the standpipe in the chosen location for the tender and mark
its centerline on both upper and lower decks. The standpipe must
be installed vertically plumb without contacting the vessel between
decks while flexing under load.
2. Drill
1/4" pilot hole in upper deck and re-check centers for clearance.
The upper deck must be leveled 90 degrees to standpipe or shroud
will have to be trimmed to fit.
3. Cut 9" hole through upper deck.
4. Mount shear transfer collar to upper deck by drilling through the upper
deck (twelve 1/2" clearance holes for thru-bolting).
5. Clean deck surface and mount shear transfer collar by bedding with
Sikaflex 292 and Sikaflex 210T Primer and installing fasteners through
holes on 20" diameter base of collar (using bolts as per Step 4).
6. Seal deck core material and clean o excess sealant.
7. With assistance from below, lower standpipe through collar to lower
deck. Mark location of standpipe step on lower deck.
8. On lower deck, drill 3 3/4" hole through center of standpipe step
location for standpipe step spigot.
9. Drill ten 2" holes (for small bushings).
Follow this procedure if you are installing the optional standpipe assembly
NOTICENOTICE
There are three parts to the
shear transfer collar: a 20”
diameter base, a rubber
gasket, and an 14 1/4"
diameter gasket clamp
When the standpipe is
installed correctly, there will
be a 1/4” gap between the
shroud and the shear transfer
collar. The shroud will be
screwed to the underside of
the crane mounting plate,
but not until the end of the
installation. You must take
the measurement described
in Step 7 when the standpipe
is placed over top of the
standpipe step on the lower
deck. The measurement must
be 1/4” longer than the length
of the shroud (17 1/4”) and
the bottom of the standpipe
will need to be trimmed
accordingly.
UPPER DECK OF VESSEL
TRIM RING
SHEAR
TRANSFER
COLLAR
GASKET
CLAMP
CRANE
MOUNTING PLATE
STANDPIPE
BED WITH SIKAFLEX292
& SIKAFLEX 210T PRIMER
STANDPIPE STEP
SCREWS
(#10)
STEP LOCKING
SCREW

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10. Seal deck core material as directed by shipyard, chock standpipe step spigot with FRP filler material and bed
standpipe step with Sikaflex 292 and Sikaflex 210T Primer.
11. Install step fasteners to secure step onto deck floor.
12. With assistance from below, reinstall standpipe, sliding trim ring over bottom of standpipe before placing
over step (the trim ring will attach to ceiling of lower deck). Ensure that the standpipe contacts standpipe
step evenly all the way around, with outer lip of step protruding.
13. Drill and tap 3/8" bolt through standpipe into step to lock standpipe into position.
14. Secure collar clamp and gasket to shear transfer collar by tightening the twelve 3/8" bolts evenly. These
bolts compress sealing gasket on collar and lock standpipe into position on upper deck.
15. Mount trim ring to ceiling of lower deck using four screws.
Hydraulic and Electrical Connections
To install the crane’s hydraulic and/or electrical connections:
1. Lead two #6 hydraulic lines from ship’s hydraulics (or power pack), to top of standpipe mounting plate.
Add 12" extra length for connection.
2. Lead 3/16 electrical wire from ship’s main breaker and power pack or hydraulic manifold to crane
mounting plate. Again, add 12" extra length for connections.
3. Remove access covers from crane assembly base.
4. Lower crane to within 12" of mounting plate (on standpipe, deck, or custom base assembly), then make
hydraulic connections by connecting pressure line to Pport on hydraulic swivel.
5. Complete electrical connections as per wiring diagram on page 10, and use heat shrink to seal connections
from corrosion.
6. Complete hydraulic and electrical connections at ship.

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Figure 6: Wiring Connections
TO MOTOR
FROM
BREAKER
L1
L2
GND
L1
L2
+ RED
- BLACK
GND
TO CRANE
GROUND
12/24 VDC
CONNECTION DETAIL
BLACK (-)CONTROL (+)
GREEN
BATTERY (+)
(+)
BATTERY (-)
230 VAC CONNECTION DETAIL
Completing and Testing the Installation
To complete and test the installation of the crane:
1. Lower crane onto mounting plate, ensuring that
the hydraulic swivel fits correctly into the 4 3/4”
diameter hole and retaining notch in center of
mounting plate.
2. Install 24 mounting bolts, 5/8” x 3 1/2”, and
torque to recommended values (see below).
3. Retract both hydraulic cylinders. Fill hydraulic
reservoir tank with AW 32 Hydraulic Oil.
4. Test crane as follows:
•Turn breakers on momentarily.
•Ensure power unit turns on.
•Check all wiring.
•Check hydraulic source and ensure correct
pressure from pressure port.
•Turn on control breaker.
•Lightly touch each button on the pendant
hand control to make sure crane moves
appropriately.
Bolt Torquing Recommendations
1. Use thread lubricant (ie. moly disulfide grease) on threads before beginning to torque bolts.
2. Apply snugging torque of 50 lb-ft ina cross or star pattern.
3. Optional: Apply torque of 75 lb-ft in a second pass using same order.
4. Apply final torque of 100 lb-ft using the same order.
5. When systems are confirmed correct, recheck oil
level in reservoir and refill to 1” level.
6. Rotate crane 90° and turn power o.
7. Install eight remaining mounting bolts (5/8” x
3 1/2”) on crane mounting plate and tighten as
previously directed. (Crane always covers eight
bolts, so crane must be rotated to expose them.)
8. Reinstall crane access covers.
9. Slide shroud over the crane mounting plate and
attach it to the underside of the plate using
8/32” screws. Use Tef-Gel where stainless screws
contact painted aluminum surfaces to prevent
paint blistering and corrosion.
10. During shipment, air may have collected in
hydraulic system. To bleed, operate all boom
functions through their full travel capacity 3 or
4 times, using pendant hand control. This will
remove any air in the system.
11. Recheck oil level in reservoir to ensure 1” level has
been maintained.
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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Always follow carefully these safety cautions:
• Never load the crane system beyond its capacity.
• Be sure the area around and under the tender is
clear of people and obstacles before lowering,
including lower decks and water level.
• Turn radio control on.
• Ensure all passengers leave tender before raising
and lowering—this crane is not a personnel lift.
• Position the crane directly over the load when
operating—the crane is designed for vertical
hoisting only.
• Do not launch or retrieve a tender in rough sea
conditions, or while underway.
• Be aware that yachts tend to list when launching
a tender. Use caution when rotating a load.
• Do not allow children to operate the crane.
• Keep hands away from all moving parts.
WARNING
REVIEW BEFORE OPERATING.
WARNING
Hook must be in stored position
on hook hanger before operating
the crane.
• Turn the crane’s power supply o when not in
use.
• Detach crane from tender and retract boom to
stow.
• Detach pendant control when not in use.
• Turn on hydraulic supply by:
• activating the ship’s hydraulics, OR
• turning on the ship’s main breaker to supply
the crane’s power pack.
• Remove waterproof plug on crane body and plug
in pendant control.
• Disconnect weighted hook from hook hanger and
allow it to hang freely.
• Attach the tender’s lifting bridle to the weighted
hook. Using the pendant control, position the
lifting bridle to enable attachment to the tender.
• Raise the lifting bridle just enough to remove any
slack from the cables. Check all attachments to
the tender.
• Remove the tender’s attachments to the deck,
and ensure the tender’s drain plug is installed.
• Attach the handling lines to the bow and stern of
the tender.
• Raise the tender high enough to clear all deck
obstructions and railings.
• Rotate the load outboard, controlling the tender
position with bow and stern lines.
• Lower the load to the water. Pay out enough
cable so that the tender does not load the cable
and crane as it rides waves or swells.
Misuse of the crane may result in injury or death.
Operating Procedure
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CRANE STORAGE
To properly store the crane after use:
1. Retract boom extension.
2. Lu crane to horizontal position into boom checks.
3. Pay in the rope completely and install hook into hook hanger under the boom nose .
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MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule (please refer to Figure 1a)
Monthly Quarterly Annually As Required
Inspect main hoist cable. Replace
upon first sign of frays, fish hooks,
flattening, kinks, corrosion, audible
pinging or snapping sounds.

Inspect all cables and hydraulic hoses
and fittings. Replace at first sign of
corrosion or excessive wear.

Inspect crane and its hardware
components for signs of damage or
malfunctioning parts.

Touch-up any paint damage to
preserve the crane’s finish. 
Wash crane with soap and water
including top sheave and manifold
area.

When cleaning the crane, inspect
for hydraulic leaks at the power unit
and cylinders. Tighten the fittings as
required to stop any leaks.

Inspect and lubricate the crane rotation
bearings. 
Inspect the sheaves. 
Service the hydraulic system annually
or after 50 hours of use, whichever
comes first.

Maintain fluid levels at 1” below the
top of the reservoir on the crane power
unit. Use AW-32 or equivalent non-
foaming hydraulic fluid only.

Apply white lithium grease between
the rotation gear (ring gear) and pinion
gear.

WARNING
Death, injury, or damage
may result if the crane’s
cable is not inspected
regularly, and replaced as
needed.
Counter balances have
been factory set for optimal
performance; crane safety
may be jeopardized by
unauthorized adjustments.
If the boom is in a
62° position during
maintenance, the boom
must be supported to
prevent injury to personnel.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Boom will not extend
Crane will not lu
Crane will not rotate
Wrong button pressed
No power (control)
No power (ships hydraulic) or
No power (powerpack)
Breaker (fuse) blown
Pendant Control connection (loose)
Battery Connection (loose)
Low hydraulic oil
Hydraulic control valve (not shifting)
Control solenoid burnt out
See Figure 7 on Page 27
Turn control breaker on
Is engine driving the hydraulics
running? Turn control breaker or reset
if req.
Check Breaker.
Check all connections (ship side).
Call electrician if it persists.
Check for leaks and oil level top up if
necessary
Clean or Replace cartridge valve.
Call dealer for instructions
Replace solenoid.
Call dealer for instructions
Linear winch does not raise or
lower
Wrong button pressed
Hook still attached to hook hanger
Tender not disconnected
Overload on crane
Hook travel exceeded
Cable jammed inside linear winch
See Figure 7 on Page 27
Disconnect
Fully extend boom until locking pin
engages
Release tender tie downs
Check tender for equipment and
excess water
Max travel 20' hook retracts to within
8" of outer sheave
Call Dealer for service or instructions
Winch does not hold weight Hydraulic components need servicing Call Dealer for service or instructions
Boom settles under load Hydraulic components need servicing Call Dealer for service or instructions
Boom rotates when not under
power
Hydraulic components need servicing Call Dealer for service or instructions
Customer Service
For service, contact the dealer from which you purchased the yacht crane. Contact information is on page 30
of this manual.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical System
• The control system is available as 24 volt, 3 amps
• Hand held pendant with cable provides 2-way, 4-function control and connects to crane body with
waterproof plug and cap. Low voltage output automatically starts hydraulic power pack or ship’s
hydraulics.
Hydraulic System
• Operational pressure is 2,500 psi.
• Hydraulic power is supplied by ship’s hydraulics or Steelhead Marine power packs, which are available in
the following voltages:
• 24 volt DC, High output, 208 amps
• Slewing – rotation is powered by a hydraulic motor driving a pinion gear on the main bearing. The motor is
counterbalanced to lock when not operational.
• Lung – boom elevation, a hydraulic cylinder with counterbalance valve locks boom at any angle between
0 and 64 degrees.
• Winch – 6 to 1 linear winch provides quiet lowering and hoisting.
Equipment Dimensions
HEIGHT WIDTH LENGTH WEIGHT
Hydraulic power pack, 24VDC 8 3/8 " 9 3/8 " 37" 52 lb
Hydraulic power pack, 230VAC 19" (11") 12" 40" 100 lb
Standpipe assembly 132" max. O/A 8 5/8" diameter 200 lb
Shroud and transfer collar 18" 20" diameter 20 lb
Control cable 20’
Shipping Crate 150 lb
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