Side-Power RCT-20E User manual

Made in Norway
©Sleipner Motor AS 2020
SLEIPNER MOTOR AS
P.O. Box 519
N-1612 Fredrikstad
Norway
www.side-power.com
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2020
REMOTE TRANSMITTER
RECEIVER
RCT-20E & RCT-21E & RCT-22E & RCT-23E
RCR-2E & RCRS-2E

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Sleipner Motor AS
P.O. Box 519, Arne Svendsensgt. 6-8
N-1612 Fredrikstad, Norway
Declare that this product with accompanying standard control systems complies with
the essential health and safety requirements according to:
DIRECTIVE 2013/53/EU
DIRECTIVE 2014/30/EU
DIRECTIVE 2014/35/EU
MC_0020
Considerations and Precautions ........................................... 3
Signals Considerations and Precautions.............................. 3
Installation Manual
Remote Control Kits ................................................................. 4
Panel Layout & Functions ......................................................... 5
Technical Specications ............................................................ 6
S-Link Technical Specications ................................................ 6
Receiver Installation ................................................................. 7
Technical Wiring Diagram ......................................................... 8
Output Signals Diagram ............................................................ 9
Programming Additional Transmitters/ Remote Controls......... 10
S-Link Receiver Installation..................................................... 11
Technical Wiring Diagram........................................................ 12
S-Link Receiver Installation..................................................... 13
Transmitter Installation and Battery Replacemnet................... 14
User Manual
Important Thruster User Considerations and Precautions ...... 15
Thruster Operation .......................................................... 16 - 17
Transmitter LED Operation and Alarm Indication .................... 18
Receiver LED Indicator............................................................ 18
S-Link Transmitter LED Operation and Alarm Indication......... 18
S-Link Receiver LED Indicator ................................................ 18
Contents
EN
MC_0105
Considerations and Precautions
EN
IMPORTANT
If installing S-link products DO NOT connect any other control equipment to the S-link controlled products except Side-Power original
S-link products or via a Side-Power supplied interface product made for interfacing with other controls. Any attempt to directly control or
at all connect into the S-link control system without the designated and approved interface will render all warranties and responsibilities
for the complete line of Side-Power products connected void and null. If you are interfacing by agreement with Sleipner and through a
designated Side-Power supplied interface, you are still required to also install at least one original Side-Power control panel to enable
effi cient troubleshooting if necessary.
It is the installers responsibility
When installing Side-Power equipment to follow the outlined regulations/ classi cation rules (electrical/ mechanical) according to
international or special national regulations. Instructions in this guide cannot be guaranteed to comply with global electric/ mechanic
regulations/ classi cation rules.
It is the installers responsibility
To follow all health and safety laws in accordance with their local outlined regulations/ classi cation rules.
Before installation, it is important that the installer reads this guide to ensure necessary acquaintance with this product.
The recommendations made in this manual are guidelines ONLY, and Sleipner Motor AS (Side-Power) strongly recommend that
before installation, advice is obtained from a naval architect familiar with the particular vessel and regulations/ classi cations.
This manual is intended to support educated/ experienced staff and is therefore not suffi cient in all details for professional
installation. (NB: These instructions are only general instruction. If you are not skilled to do this work, please contact professional
installers for assistance.)
All electrical work must be done by a licensed professional.
IMPORTANT
Faulty installation of the tunnel, thruster or panel will render all warranty given by Sleipner Motor AS void. MC_0038
MC_0211
Signals Considerations and Precautions
EN
IMPORTANT
Sleipner has developed remote controls with approval in the EU and US markets. However, it is the Importers responsibility to comply with
all restrictions and legislation on radio signals in the country to which it is imported.
Products
SM126344 | RCT-23E - Fjernkontrollsend.dbl.vins/thr
SM126317 | RC-21E - Fjernkontrollsett baug/vinsj
SM126428 | RC-23E - Fjernkontroll dbl.vinsj/thrust
SM126315 | RCT-21E - Fjernkontrollsender baug/vinsj
SM126335 | RC-20E - Fjernkontrollsett baug og hekk
SM126327 | RC-22E - Fjernkontrollsett dbl. vinsj
SM126251 | RCR-2E - Fjernkontrollmottaker
SM904984 | RCT-20E - Fjernkontrollsender baug/hekk
SM126321 | RCT-22E - Fjernkontrollsender dbl. vinsj

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Sleipner Motor AS
P.O. Box 519, Arne Svendsensgt. 6-8
N-1612 Fredrikstad, Norway
Declare that this product with accompanying standard control systems complies with
the essential health and safety requirements according to:
DIRECTIVE 2013/53/EU
DIRECTIVE 2014/30/EU
DIRECTIVE 2014/35/EU
MC_0020
MC_0105
Considerations and Precautions
EN
IMPORTANT
If installing S-link products DO NOT connect any other control equipment to the S-link controlled products except Side-Power original
S-link products or via a Side-Power supplied interface product made for interfacing with other controls. Any attempt to directly control or
at all connect into the S-link control system without the designated and approved interface will render all warranties and responsibilities
for the complete line of Side-Power products connected void and null. If you are interfacing by agreement with Sleipner and through a
designated Side-Power supplied interface, you are still required to also install at least one original Side-Power control panel to enable
effi cient troubleshooting if necessary.
It is the installers responsibility
When installing Side-Power equipment to follow the outlined regulations/ classi cation rules (electrical/ mechanical) according to
international or special national regulations. Instructions in this guide cannot be guaranteed to comply with global electric/ mechanic
regulations/ classi cation rules.
It is the installers responsibility
To follow all health and safety laws in accordance with their local outlined regulations/ classi cation rules.
Before installation, it is important that the installer reads this guide to ensure necessary acquaintance with this product.
The recommendations made in this manual are guidelines ONLY, and Sleipner Motor AS (Side-Power) strongly recommend that
before installation, advice is obtained from a naval architect familiar with the particular vessel and regulations/ classi cations.
This manual is intended to support educated/ experienced staff and is therefore not suffi cient in all details for professional
installation. (NB: These instructions are only general instruction. If you are not skilled to do this work, please contact professional
installers for assistance.)
All electrical work must be done by a licensed professional.
IMPORTANT
Faulty installation of the tunnel, thruster or panel will render all warranty given by Sleipner Motor AS void. MC_0038
MC_0211
Signals Considerations and Precautions
EN
IMPORTANT
Sleipner has developed remote controls with approval in the EU and US markets. However, it is the Importers responsibility to comply with
all restrictions and legislation on radio signals in the country to which it is imported.

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Remote Control Kits
EN MC_0228
Remote control kit RC-20U/E consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. battery): Part no. RCT-20U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
Remote control kit RC-21U/E consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. battery): Part no. RCT-21U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
Remote control kit RC-22U consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. battery): Part no. RCT-22U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
Remote control kit RC-23U consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. battery): Part no. RCT-23U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
Remote control kit RCS-20U/E consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCRS-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. battery): Part no. RCT-20U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
*U For the USA con guration
*E For European con guration
*U For the USA con guration
*E For European con guration
*U For the USA con guration
*E For European con guration
*U For the USA con guration
*E For European con guration
*U For the USA con guration
*E For European con guration

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Remote Layout & Functions
EN MC_0175
Bow directional control for
the thruster.
Stern directional control for
the thruster.
Directional control
for the thruster.
Windlass
retract
Windlass release
Bow windlass
release
Bow windlass
release
Stern windlass
release
Bow windlass
retract
Bow windlass
retract
Stern windlass
retract
Stern windlass
retract
Bow directional
control for the
thruster.
Stern directional
control for the
thruster.
Pair Button
Pair Button
Dual Bow and stern
directional control for
the thruster.
Dual Bow and stern
directional control for
the thruster.
*U For the USA con guration
*E For European con guration
*U For the USA con guration
*E For European con guration
*U For the USA con guration
*E For European con guration
*U For the USA con guration
*E For European con guration
*U For the USA con guration
*E For European con guration
*U For the USA con guration
*E For European con guration
RCT-20(U/E)
RCRS-2(U/E) RCR-2(U/E)
RCT-22(U/E)
Receiver
Remote Transmitter
RCT-21(U/E)
RCT-23(U/E)
Turn ‘ON’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘ON’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘ON’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘ON’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘OFF’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘OFF’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘OFF’ the
remote radio
Turn
‘OFF’
the remote
radio
Stern windlass
release
For S-Link con guration

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MG_0191
112
145
118
4
7
110
15
38
107
21
97
57
45
83
36
47
136
Ø 4.5
Ø 3
Ø 3
Transmitter/Receiver - Technical Specifi cations
S-Link Transmitter/Receiver - Technical Specifi cations
EN
EN
MC_0176
MC_0176
Transmitter Receiver
Power feed 1x3V battery (type: CR2032) 12V or 24V power source
Frequency (MHz) 868 MHz 868 MHz
RF-power <10mW <10mW
Operation temp. -10°C / +55°C -10°C / +55°C
HxWxD (mm) 107x47x21 83x136x36
Weight (g) 60 275
Voltage 8-30V
Standby power <300mW
Load, max 4A
Operating range 30m under normal operating conditions
Transmitter Receiver
Power feed 1x3V battery (type: CR2032) 12V or 24V power source
Frequency (MHz) 868 MHz 868 MHz
Operation temp. -10°C / +55°C -10°C / +55°C
HxWxD (mm) 107x47x21 110x35x35
Weight (g) 60 170
Voltage 8-30V
Operating range 30m under normal operating conditions

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MG_0191
112
145
118
4
7
110
15
38
107
21
97
57
45
83
36
47
136
Ø 4.5
Ø 3
Ø 3
Receiver Installation
EN
• Install the receiver minimum 1 meter (3ft) from high power cables and data communication cables or other sources of electrical interference, i.e.
navigation instruments, radio communication devices, electric motors and generators.
• Install the receiver minimum 1 meter (3ft) above sea level.
• Install the receiver outside of shielded areas for radio signals, i.e. boxes made of metals or other material with shielding properties.
• Install the receiver in a dry environment, where no condensation can enter the unit. (The receiver assembly is not waterproof.).
• Mount the receiver using the four holes.
• The receiver must have a separate power supply  tted with a 5 Amp fuse in the positive lead that has either a separate power switch or is shut off
by the thrusters system main power switch. The receiver can not be powered by the thrusters/windlass control looms even if you  nd positive and
negative lead there.
• Connect the supplied wiring harnesses to the receiver unit according to the wiring diagram. Connect thrusters and windlasses to the appropriate
connectors according to the diagram.
• For use with other windlass brands, connections must be determined by the installer according to the out put signals diagram.
NB: Max. load on the windlass signal output is 4A! If the windlass requires more than 4A, use extra control relay.
MC_0177
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
IMPORTANT
Remote receiver power supply negative lead must be connected to the thrusters’ negative lead. Bow and stern thruster must have a
common negative. Power to the thrusters must be switched off during installation!
MG_0193
Mount the receiver
by using the 4 holes

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MG_0195
Technical Wiring Diagram
EN
RED
BLACK
BOW STERN
STERN
BOW
To Bow
Thruster
To Stern
Thruster
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Bow
Windlass
To Stern
Windlass
Ba�ery 12/24V
+ -
FUSE
5A
IMPORTANT
Cables/wires must be cable tied well.
IMPORTANT
Power cables must be connected to the
battery as shown. Remaining wires must be
cable tied well.

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MG_0195
Technical Wiring Diagram
EN
RED
BLACK
BOW STERN
STERN
BOW
To Bow
Thruster
To Stern
Thruster
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Bow
Windlass
To Stern
Windlass
Ba�ery 12/24V
+ -
FUSE
5A
IMPORTANT
Cables/wires must be cable tied well.
IMPORTANT
Power cables must be connected to the
battery as shown. Remaining wires must be
cable tied well.
MG_0196
Output Signals Diagram
EN
Thruster Bow
RED - Thruster Positive
BLUE - Thruster STBD
RED - Common
BLUE - Windlass IN
GREY - Windlass OUT
RED - Common
BLUE - Windlass IN
GREY - Windlass OUT
GREY - Thruster PORT
YELLOW - Automatic Mainswitch Enable
RED - Thruster Positive
BLUE - Thruster STBD
GREY - Thruster PORT
YELLOW - Automatic Mainswitch Enable
Thruster Stern
Windlass Bow
Windlass Stern

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Programming Additional Transmitters/ Remote Controls
EN
The original transmitter and receiver have the same factory preset code so that no programming is necessary. When additional transmitters
remote controls are to be used, the additional transmitters/remote controls have to be paired with the receiver.
1. Be sure that there is power on the receiver (Green status LED blinking) and that the transmitter that should be paired is off .
2. Push the Pair Button on the receiver to put the receiver in pairing mode (as shown above). Both red and green led’s should start to blink
simultaneously.
3. Within 10s after the receiver pair button is pushed, set the transmitter in pairing mode by holding the off button and pressing both “ON” buttons
at the same time, all the transmitter LED’s turn on indicating that it is set in pairing mode. When a pairing signal is received from the receiver the
transmitter LED’s while turn off and the system is ready to be used. If no pairing signal received within 10s the transmitter will leave the pairing
mode.
4. Additional transmitters/remote controls must be programmed according to step 2-3. You can pair up to 4 transmitters/remote controls.
5. To clear all transmitters/remote controls paired with the receiver hold the pair button on the receiver for approximately 10s until the red and green
led stop blinking. When the LED’s stop blinking release the pair button, the green led will again start to blink when the receiver has completed
the reset process. The receiver is then ready to pair with up to four transmitters/remote controls. Take time to practice operation in open water to
become familiar with the thruster and to avoid damages to your boat or people.
MC_0181
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
MG_0197
Pair Button Pair Button
Pair Button
Pair Button
MG_0193
Mount the receiver
by using the 4 holes

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MG_0197
Pair Button Pair Button
Pair Button
Pair Button
S-Link Receiver Installation
EN
• Install the receiver minimum 1 meter (3ft) from high power cables and data communication cables or other sources of electrical interference, i.e.
navigation instruments, radio communication devices, electric motors and generators.
• Install the receiver minimum 1 meter (3ft) above sea level.
• Install the receiver outside of shielded areas for radio signals, i.e. boxes made of metals or other material with shielding properties.
• Install the receiver in a dry environment, where no condensation can enter the unit. (The receiver assembly is not waterproof.).
• Mount the receiver using the four holes.
• The receiver is powered by the S-link cable.
• Connect the supplied wiring harnesses to the receiver unit according to the wiring diagram. Connect thrusters and windlasses to the appropriate
connectors according to the diagram.
• For use with other windlass brands, connections must be determined by the installer according to the out put signals diagram.
MC_0183
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
MG_0193
Mount the receiver
by using the 4 holes

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MG_0195
Technical Wiring Diagram
EN
+12/24V -
5A
S-link on/off switch
red
yellow
black
12/24V12/24V
Stern thruster
battery
Bow thruster
battery
Bow thruster
(SEP model)
Stern thruster
(SEP model)
-
black
+
red
B+
-
black +
red
B+ Fixed multicable 5m
Fixed multicable 5m
5A
+12/24 5A +12/24
PPC
PPC
Proportional
Power Controller
Proportional
Power Controller
PJC 212
Proportional
Joystick
Controlpanel
Station 1
Automatic Main Switch
8977 12 / 8977 24
or
Manual main switch
w/ANL fuse
Automatic Main Switch
8977 12 / 8977 24
or
Manual main switch
w/ANL fuse
S-link control system End terminator
End terminator
Proportional
Joystick
Controlpanel
Station 2
PJC 212
Observe PPC battery
terminal polarity !
S-link supply
S-link remote receiver
RCRS-1E

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MG_0195
Technical Wiring Diagram
EN
+12/24V -
5A
S-link on/off switch
red
yellow
black
12/24V12/24V
Stern thruster
battery
Bow thruster
battery
Bow thruster
(SEP model)
Stern thruster
(SEP model)
-
black
+
red
B+
-
black +
red
B+ Fixed multicable 5m
Fixed multicable 5m
5A
+12/24 5A +12/24
PPC
PPC
Proportional
Power Controller
Proportional
Power Controller
PJC 212
Proportional
Joystick
Controlpanel
Station 1
Automatic Main Switch
8977 12 / 8977 24
or
Manual main switch
w/ANL fuse
Automatic Main Switch
8977 12 / 8977 24
or
Manual main switch
w/ANL fuse
S-link control system End terminator
End terminator
Proportional
Joystick
Controlpanel
Station 2
PJC 212
Observe PPC battery
terminal polarity !
S-link supply
S-link remote receiver
RCRS-1E
MG_0200
Pair Button
Pair Button
Pair Button
Pair Button
Programming Additional Transmitters/ Remote Controls
EN
The original transmitter and receiver have the same factory preset code so that no programming is necessary. When additional transmitters
remote controls are to be used, the additional transmitters/remote controls have to be paired with the receiver.
1. Be sure there is power on the receiver (S-link status LED is blinking green or continuous green ) and the transmitter that should be paired is off .
2. Push the Pair Button on the receiver to put the receiver in pairing mode (as shown above). The LINK/ACT LED should start to blink.
3. Within 10s after the receiver pair button is pushed, set the transmitter in pairing mode by holding the off button and pressing both “ON” buttons
at the same time, all the transmitter LED’s turn on indicating that it is set in pairing mode. When a pairing signal is received from the receiver the
transmitter LED’s while turn off and the system is ready to be used. If no pairing signal received within 10s the transmitter will leave the pairing
mode.
4. Additional transmitters must be programmed according to step 2-3. You can pair up to 4 transmitters.
5. To clear all transmitters paired with the receiver hold the pair button on the receiver for approximately 10s until the LINK/ACT LED stops blinking.
When the LED stops blinking release the pair button. The receiver is then ready to pair with up to four transmitters.
MC_0202
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !

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Transmitter Installation and Battery Replacemnet
EN
1. Open the transmitter case by removing the 3 torx screws.
2. Remove the battery by inserting a screwdriver or similar between battery and holder at point A and fl ip the battery out, taking care not to damage
the battery grips at point B.
3. Insert the new battery (Type CR2032, 3V - Brand name recommended). Ensure to insert the battery with the positive pole up diagonally into the
battery holder, ensuring that the edge of the battery is under the battery grips (B). Press the battery down until secured at point A.
4. Close the transmitter. Put the cover back in place, ensure that the rubber seal between remote upper and the lower part is located correctly. Place
the 3 screws (remember sealing washer) in their recessed holes and tighten carefully.
MC_0178
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
IMPORTANT
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.
MG_0194
Battery
A
B
AB

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Transmitter Installation and Battery Replacemnet
EN
1. Open the transmitter case by removing the 3 torx screws.
2. Remove the battery by inserting a screwdriver or similar between battery and holder at point A and fl ip the battery out, taking care not to damage
the battery grips at point B.
3. Insert the new battery (Type CR2032, 3V - Brand name recommended). Ensure to insert the battery with the positive pole up diagonally into the
battery holder, ensuring that the edge of the battery is under the battery grips (B). Press the battery down until secured at point A.
4. Close the transmitter. Put the cover back in place, ensure that the rubber seal between remote upper and the lower part is located correctly. Place
the 3 screws (remember sealing washer) in their recessed holes and tighten carefully.
MC_0178
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
IMPORTANT
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.
MG_0194
Battery
A
B
AB
MC_0179
Important Thruster User Considerations and Precautions
EN
• Ensure you know the location of the main battery switch that disconnects the thruster from all power sources (batteries) so the thruster can
be turned off in case of serious malfunction.
• Always turn the control device off when the thruster is not in use.
• The maximum continues run time of the electrical thruster is approximately 3 minutes. The electromotor has a built-in thermal cut-off switch that will
shut off the electro-motor if it is overheating and re-engage when it has cooled down. Consider this when planning your manoeuvring.
• As above the thruster will limit its total running time per period. Do not count on the thruster to hold you in a strong current or side wind for extensive
periods. Depending on the surrounding temperatures etc. the thruster will be able to run approximately 10 % of the time.
• Never use thrusters close to objects/ persons or animals in the water, as the thruster will draw objects into the tunnel and contact with the
rotating propellers will cause serious injuries and damage the thruster.
• 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 potentially damaging rpm.
• While the thruster is in the air, ensure that the propellers have come to a complete stop before performing a directional change of the thruster, as it
might cause damage to the thruster.
• If the thruster stops giving thrust while the electro-motor is running, there is possibly a problem in the drive system. You must immediately
stop running the thruster and turn it off . 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.
• We advise keeping the main engine(s) running while using the thruster. This will keep the batteries in a good charge condition. It will also give better
performance to the thruster, a higher voltage at the thruster results in a higher torque (power) in the electromotor.
• Please note the performance of the thruster strongly depends on the voltage available at the electromotor. This voltage will decrease over time
because ageing batteries have reduced capacity. Installing new batteries will bring back the thruster to the original level.
• Ensure only one control is used at the same time, if two panels are operated in opposite directions at the same time the thruster will not run. If
both are operated in the same direction, the thruster will run in this direction.
• If the thruster is not performing or functioning as usual, the cause must be found and corrected as soon as possible to avoid causing any other or
further damage to the equipment. You must also turn off the main battery switch immediately in case the problem is of electric origin.
• It is the owner/ captain/ other responsible parties full responsibility to assess the risk of any unexpected incidents on the vessel. If the thruster stops
giving thrust for some reason while manoeuvring you must have considered a plan on how to avoid damage to persons or other objects.
• The primary purpose of the thruster is to manoeuvre/ dock the vessel. Forward/ reverse speed must not exceed 4 knots when operated.
• Never use a windlass close to somebody in the water, an unexpected drop of the anchor can cause serious injuries.
IMPORTANT
Failure to follow the Considerations and precautions can cause serious injury / damage and will render all warranty given
by Sleipner Motor AS VOID.

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Thruster Operation
EN
Take time to practice operation in open water to become familiar with the thruster and to avoid damages to your boat or people.
How to use a Bow Thruster
1. Turn on the main power switch for the bow thruster. (NB: Always turn off the main power switch when not onboard.)
2. Turn on the control panel by pushing both “ON” buttons on the original Side-Power panel simultaneously. (NB: If another type of control is
installed, push the On/Off switch for the bow thruster.)
* Turn off the control panel by pushing both “OFF” button
3. To Turn the bow in the desired direction push the red button for port movement or the green button for starboard.
- For joystick control, move the joystick in the direction you wish the bow to move.
-Other controls like footswitches or toggle-switches on the throttle can be used. Engage the port control, the bow will turn to port etc.
4. Depending on the sideways speed of the bow, you must disengage the control device shortly before the bow is in the desired position. (NB: The
boat will continue to move after disengaging the thruster control.)
How to use a single stern thruster
Due to space limitations, a vessel may only have a stern thruster. In this case, the stern thruster is used in the same way as a single bow thruster
for moving the boat’s stern. Follow the above instruction for operation use.
How to use a combined bow and stern thruster
The combination of a bow and stern thruster off ers total manoeuvrability to the boat and the ability to move the bow and the stern separately from each
other. This enables you to move the boat sideways in both directions and turn the boat around its axis 360º staying stationary.
NB: At any signifi cant cruising speed (+1-2 kn) the side thruster will have little eff ect to steer the vessel.
How to use the windlass
1. Turn the main power switch for the windlass 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.
3. Please consult your windlass manual for use and precautions.
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!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
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Activating the bow thruster Activating the stern thruster
Activating both bow and
stern thruster to rotate the
boat on axis
Activating both bow and
stern thruster to push the
boat sideways
Activating lowers Anchor/
Windlass
Activating raises Anchor/
Windlass

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Transmitter LED Operation and Alarm Indication
S-Link Transmitter LED Operation and Alarm Indication
Receiver LED Indicator
S-Link Receiver LED Indicator
EN
EN
EN
EN
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MC_0182
MC_0182
State LED status Alarm status
Transmitter ON The yellow LED’s
blink each second
No sound
Buttons activated The yellow LED’s
blink fast
No sound
Pairing mode All LED’s on No sound
Connection lost Red LED is blink-
ing once each
second
3 beeps from the
buzzer each second
Low battery Red LED blink One beep
State LED status Alarm status
Transmitter ON The yellow LED’s
blink each second
No sound
Buttons activated The yellow LED’s
blink fast
No sound
Pairing mode All LED’s on No sound
Connection lost Red LED is blink-
ing once each
second
3 beeps from the
buzzer each second
Low battery Red LED blink One beep
State LED status
Power on the receiver and no transmitter connected Green LED is blinking
Power on the receiver and at least one transmitter
connected
Green LED on
No power to the receiver. Both LED is off
Receiver in pairing mode Both the red and
green LED blinking
State S-Link LED status
No power to receiver OFF
OK, S-Link Bus active Continous GREEN
No activity on S-Link bus Blinking GREEN
State Link/ACT LED status
Remote off OFF
At least one transmitter connected ON
Device in pairing mode Blinking

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Transmitter LED Operation and Alarm Indication
S-Link Transmitter LED Operation and Alarm Indication
Receiver LED Indicator
S-Link Receiver LED Indicator
EN
EN
EN
EN
MC_0182
MC_0182
MC_0182
MC_0182
State LED status Alarm status
Transmitter ON The yellow LED’s
blink each second
No sound
Buttons activated The yellow LED’s
blink fast
No sound
Pairing mode All LED’s on No sound
Connection lost Red LED is blink-
ing once each
second
3 beeps from the
buzzer each second
Low battery Red LED blink One beep
State LED status Alarm status
Transmitter ON The yellow LED’s
blink each second
No sound
Buttons activated The yellow LED’s
blink fast
No sound
Pairing mode All LED’s on No sound
Connection lost Red LED is blink-
ing once each
second
3 beeps from the
buzzer each second
Low battery Red LED blink One beep
State LED status
Power on the receiver and no transmitter connected Green LED is blinking
Power on the receiver and at least one transmitter
connected
Green LED on
No power to the receiver. Both LED is off
Receiver in pairing mode Both the red and
green LED blinking
State S-Link LED status
No power to receiver OFF
OK, S-Link Bus active Continous GREEN
No activity on S-Link bus Blinking GREEN
State Link/ACT LED status
Remote off OFF
At least one transmitter connected ON
Device in pairing mode Blinking
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Notes
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The information given in the document was correct at the time it was published. However, Sleipner Motor AS can not accept liability for any inaccuracies or omissions it
may contain. Continuous product improvement may change the product specifi cations without notice. Therefore, Sleipner Motor AS can not accept liability for any possi-
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