Side-Power 8980 Instruction Manual

Installation & User Manual
Radio Remote 8980 / 8981
Made in Norway
©Sleipner Motor AS version 3.3 - 2009
SLEIPNER MOTOR AS
P.O. Box 519
N-1612 Fredrikstad
Norway
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.side-power.com
[e-mail]

We Sleipner Motor AS declare that this
device complies with health and safety
requirements according to the Directive
89/336/EEC of 23 May 1989 amended by
92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC.
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The radio remote control can control a single bow thruster or a bow and stern thruster combined.
The receiver can receive the signals of up to four transmitters.
Remote control kit (8980) consists of:
- Receiver: Part# 8918A
- Transmitter (incl. battery): Part# 8981
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part# 8926
Additional transmitters can be ordered separatly: Part# 8981
• Part# 8980
The transmitter and the receiver have the same factory preset code so no programmng is
necessary. The battery is already inserted in the transmitter.
• Additional transmitter(s) Part#8981
When additional transmitters are to be used, the receiver must be programmed again for all
transmitters (please see programming section on page 6).
Model range................................................................................................................................ 2
Technical specifications.............................................................................................................. 3
Important precautions................................................................................................................. 4
Receiver installation ................................................................................................................... 6
“Visual” wiring diagram................................................................................................................ 6
Programming additional transmitters........................................................................................... 7
Replacing the batteries............................................................................................................... 8
User precautions ........................................................................................................................ 9
How to use Sidepower thrusters................................................................................................ 10
Service Partners ...................................................................................................................... 12
Model range
Contents

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•You must always install at least one original Sidepower panel.
•With the boat on land, only run the thruster for a fraction of a second, as without resistance it
will accelerate very fast to a damaging rpm.
•This manual is intended to support educated / experienced staff and is therefore not sufficient
in all details for the correct installation.
•When installed in boats approved or classified according to international or special national
rules, the installer is responsible for following the demands in accordance with these regula-
tions / classification rules. The instructions in this guide can not be guaranteed to comply with
all different regulations / classification rules.
•The transmitter and the receiver have the same factory preset code so no programmng is nec-
essary. When additional transmitters are to be used, the receiver must be programmed again
for all transmitters (please see programming section on page 7).
•If a Sidepower automatic main switch is fitted, the “OFF” button on your transmitter will shut off
the main switch providing no other control panels are “ON”.
Transmitter Receiver
Model 8981 8918A
Power feed 2 x 3V battery (type: CR2032) From thruster
Frequency (MHz) 433,92 433,92
Adress range 65.000 65.000
Operation temp. -150C / +550C -150C / +550C
Technology S.M.T. S.M.T.
HxWxD (mm) 95x48x25 90x60x30
Weight (g) 60 135
Technical specifications
Important precautions

Prior to installation, it is important that the responsible installer reads this guide to ensure
necessary acquaintance with this product.
Warning!
• Remote receiver power supply negative lead must be connected to the thrusters`s negative
lead.
Caution!
• Install the receiver minimum 1 meter (3ft and 3in) from high power cables and NMEA cables
or other sources of electrical interference, i.e. navigation instruments, radio communication
devices, electro motors and generators.
• Install the receiver outside of shielded areas for radio signals, i.e. Boxes made of steel or other
material with shielding properties.
• Install the receiver in a dry environment, with cables pointing downwards. (The receiver as-
sembly is not waterproof.)
• When additional transmitters are to be used, the receiver must be programmed again for all
transmitters (please see programming section on page 7).
• The receiver must have a separate power supply fitted with a 5 Amp fuse in the positive lead
that has either a separate power switch or is shut of by the thrusters system main power
switch. The receiver can not be powered by the thrusters`s control looms even if you find posi-
tive and negative lead there.
• Mount the receiver using the two screw holes (please see picture on page 6).
Optimised installation (Fig. 1 - 3)
• The receiver antenna must be placed in a vertical position minimum 1 meter (3ft 3in) above
sea level.
• The receiver has an extended antenna of 2 meters (6ft 6in). If there is a problem with signal
transferring, try to move the extended antenna to a more optimised position.
- Above sea level
- Away from sources of electrical interference.
Note! Faulty installation will render all warranty given by Sleipner Motor AS void.
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Receiver installation

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Sleipner Motor AS • Norway
www.side-power.com
Red: 12/24V Batt. + (5A fuse!) Black: 12/24V Batt. -
5 A
Receiver Part# 8918A
Fused power supply from a circuit with ON/OFF switch! To bow thruster Yellow: Sidepower automatic main switch (optional) To bow thruster control panel To stern thruster Yellow: Sidepower automatic main switch (optional) To stern thruster control panel
BOWSTERN
Sleipner Motor AS • Norway
www.side-power.com
Red: 12/24V Batt. + (5A fuse!)
Black: 12/24V Batt. -
5 A
Receiver Part# 8918A
Fused power supply from a
circuit with ON/OFF switch!
To bow thruster
Yellow: Sidepower automatic
main switch (optional)
To bow thruster control panel
To stern thruster
Yellow: Sidepower automatic
main switch (optional)
To stern thruster control panel
BOWSTERN
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Mount the receiver by using
the 2 screwholes.
Visual wiring diagram
Receiver installation

Sleipner Motor AS • Norway
www.side-power.com
Red: 12/24V Batt. + (5A fuse!) Black: 12/24V Batt. -
5 A
Receiver Part# 8918A
Fused power supply from a circuit with ON/OFF switch! To bow thruster Yellow: Sidepower automatic main switch (optional) To bow thruster control panel To stern thruster Yellow: Sidepower automatic main switch (optional) To stern thruster control panel
BOWSTERN
PROG
LED
The original transmitter and receiver have the same factory preset code so that no programming
is necessary. When additional transmitters are to be used, the receiver must be programmed
again for all transmitters.
1. Deactivate the receiver and all transmitters (press “OFF” on all transmitters).
Turn off the main power switch for the thruster(s).
2. Turn on the power to the receiver.
3. Remove the plastic plug from the receiver box (as shown above).
4. Press the “PROG” button at the receiver. The receiver is then in “Program mode”.
The receiver will stay in Program mode for 30 seconds,indicated by blinking LED
5. The receiver and transmitter are programmed by pressing both “ON” buttons on the transmitter
for about 2 seconds. During this 2 seconds the LED will change from blinking to continous light
when the programming signal is received. Turn off transmitter.
6. Additional transmitters must be programmed according to step 5 within the same 30 seconds
time period when the receiver is in “Program mode”.
7. Wait until the LED stops to blink. The total “Program mode” time is about 30 seconds.
The programming is now finished.
8. Turn on the transmitter(s) and check that the receiver LED is blinking slowly (User mode)
9. Turn off the power to the receiver and put the plastic plug back in place.
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Programming additional receivers

WARNING:
Before working on the transmitter, deactivate the transmitter and the receiver (push “OFF” on the
transmitter(s)) and turn off the power to the receiver as well as the thruster mainswitch.
1. Open the transmitter.
2. Take out the batteries.
3. Insert the new batteries (Type CR2032, 3V - Brand name recommended). Be sure to insert the
battery with the positive pole up.
4. Close the transmitter. Put the cover back in place, ensure that the rubber seal between remote
upper and lower part is located correctly. Place the 3 screws (remember sealing washer) in
their recessed holes and tighten.
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Replacing the batteries
Batteries

• Ensure that you know the location of the main battery switch that disonnects the thruster from
all power sources (batteries) so that the thruster can be turned off in case of a malfunction.
• If a Sidepower automatic main switch is fitted, the “OFF” button on your transmitter will shut off
the main switch providing no other control panels are “ON”.
• How to activate the system
Turn on the main power source for the thruster system. Turn on the power to the receiver.
The thruster system is then activated by pushing the two “ON” buttons on the transmitter (see
page 9). To turn of the radio remote control push the “OFF” button on the transmitter.
• ‘Auto-Off’ after appr. 4 minutes for safety reasons
When using a single transmitter
The system turns off automatically appr. 4 minutes after the last usage.
When using more than one transmitter or additional ‘radio-link’ control panels
The system turns off automatically appr. 4 minutes after the last usage of the control unit that
initially activated the system even if other control units have been operated in the meantime.
The system is off even if these other control units still show the blinking LED on the transmitter.
To use these transmitters, the system must be activated again by pushing the two “ON” but-
tons.
• Remember to turn off the radio remote control by pushing the “OFF” button on the transmitter
and to turn off the power switch for the receiver when you have finished your maneuvering.
• The maximum continues usage time of the electrical thruster is approx. 3 minutes. The electro
motor has a built in thermal cut-off switch that will shut it off when overheating and re-engage it
when it has cooled down some. This should be considered when planning your manouvering.
• Never use a thruster close to somebody in the water, as the thruster will draw objects close by
into the tunnel and contact with the rotating propellers will cause serious injuries.
• Never run a thruster for more that one second when the boat is not in the water, as this can
damage the electromotor seriously.
• If the thruster stops giving thrust while the electromotor is running, chances are that there is a
problem in the drive-system. You must then immediately stop trying to run it, and turn it off, as
running the electromotor for more than a few seconds without resistance from the propeller,
can cause serious damage to the electromotor.
• When leaving the boat always turn off the main power switch for the thruster and turn off the
power to the receiver.
• We advice to always keep the main engine(s) running while using a thruster. This will keep the
batteries in a good charge condition. This will also give better performance to the thruster, as a
higher voltage at the thruster results in a higher torque (power) in the electromotor.
• Make sure that only one control is used at the same time, if two panels are operated in oppo-
site directions at the same time the thruster will not run at all. If they are operated in the same
direction the thruster will run in this direction.
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Important user precautions

How to use a bowthruster
1. Turn the main power switch for the bow thruster on. Turn on the power to the receiver.
2. Turn on the transmitter by pushing the transmitter’s two “ON” buttons. The remote system is
now activated and then turns off automatically appr. 4 min. after the last usage (see page 9).
3. Please take some time to exercise thruster usage in open water to avoid damages to your
boat.
4. Turn the bow in the desired direction by pushing the red button for port movement or the green
button for starboard movement.
How to use a bow & stern thruster combined
The combination of a bow and stern thruster offers total manouverability to the boat and the
opportunity to move the bow and the stern separately of each other. The remote middle buttons
gives you the opportunity to operate both thrusters in the same direction with one keypress,
making sidewards movement easier.
Remote Control Deactivation
Push the transmitter’s “OFF” button (the remote control deactivates automatically after appr. 4
minutes after the last usage). Turn off the power switch for the receiver.
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Receiver
2m antenna extension
Active antenna
(Yellow)
Red
Blue
Grey
(Yellow)
Red
Blue
Grey
Red
Black +12/24V supply for receiver
+12/24V supply
+12/24V supply
Optional Auto main switch Optional Auto main switch
4-lead & 1-lead connector
Channel B Channel A
Insulation

Argentina
Trimer SA
Buenos Aires
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Australia
AMI Sales
Freemantle, WA
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Austria
G. Ascherl GmbH
Hard, Bregenz
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Benelux
ASA Boot Electro
Watergang
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Brazil
Electra Service Ltda.
Guaruja
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Bulgaria
Yachting BG
Burgas
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Canada
Imtra Corporation
New Bedford, MA
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China/Hong Kong
Storm Force Marine Ltd.
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Croatia
Yacht Supplier
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Denmark
Gertsen & Olufsen AS
Hørsholm
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Finland
Nautikulma OY
Turku
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Greece
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Iceland
Maras EHF
Reykjavik
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India
Indo Marine Engineering Co. Pvt. Ltd
Pune, Maharashtra
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Ireland
Sleipner Motor Ltd.
South Brent
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Israel
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Tel Aviv
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Spain
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Mercury Marine Supply
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Turkey
Denpar Ltd.
Istanbul
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UK
Sleipner Motor Ltd.
South Brent
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[e-mail]
United Arab Emirates
Teignbridge Propellers & Marine
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Dubai
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USA
Imtra Corporation
New Bedford, MA
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Italy
Saim S.P.A.
Assago-Milan
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Japan
Turtle Marine Inc.
Nagasaki
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Malta
S & D Yachts Ltd.
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Poland
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Portugal
Krautli Portugal Lda.
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Russia
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South Africa
C-Dynamics
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Cyprus
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Limassol
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