Sleipner 897712 User manual

SLEIPNER MOTOR AS
P.O. Box 519
N-1612 Fredrikstad
Norway
www.sleipnergroup.com
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Installation Guide
For S-Link Automatic Main Switch
897712, 897724
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Sleipner Motor AS
P.O. Box 519, Arne Svendsensgt. 6-8
N-1612 Fredrikstad, Norway
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Contents
Installation Manual
Responsibility of the installer................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Considerations and Precautions.............................................................................................................................................................. 3
Product Dimensions ............................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Automatic Main Switch (AMS)................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Automatic Main Switch (AMS) Installation............................................................................................................................................... 5
AMS Fuse and Battery Cable Installation................................................................................................................................................ 6
S-link System Description ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Electrical Installation............................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Technical Wiring Diagram ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Service.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Service and Support........................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Product Spare Parts and Additional Resources.............................................................................................................................. 11
Warranty Statement............................................................................................................................................................................ 11

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For Sleipner automatic main switch
• Install the automatic main switch as close to the battery(ies) as possible.
• Do not connect the Sleipner automatic main switch with other products than appropriate original Sleipner control panels or other SLeipner control
devices. (NB: Sleipner products are specifi cally designed with a separate fi fth control cable for the automatic main switch.)
• The automatic main switch must be installed so that it keeps dry at all times.
• The automatic main switch can NOT be fi tted in spaces requiring Ignition protected equipment.
• Ensure to use the correct fuse for the main switch depending on the thruster model installed.
IMPORTANT
This manual is to be used in addition to the regular installation manual for the Sleipner thruster. This manual is intended for professionals only.
The installer must read this document to ensure necessary familiarity with the product before installation.
Instructions in this document cannot be guaranteed to comply with all international and national regulations. It is the responsibility of the
installer to follow all applicable international and national regulations when installing Sleipner products.
The recommendations given in this document are guidelines ONLY, and Sleipner strongly recommends that advice is obtained from a person
familiar with the particular vessel and applicable regulations.
This document contains general installation instructions intended to support experienced installers. If you are not skilled in this type of work,
please contact professional installers for assistance.
If required by local regulation, electrical work must be done by a licensed professional.
Appropriate health and safety procedures must be followed during installation.
Faulty installation of Sleipner products will render all warranties given by Sleipner Motor AS.
Ensure appropriate access to Sleipner products during installation planning for service, inspection and component replacement.
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Responsibility of the Installer
Failure to follow the considerations and precautions can cause serious injury, damage and will render all
warranties given by Sleipner Motor as VOID. MC_0411
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General Installation Consideration and Precaution Guidelines
When installing an S-Link™ system connect ONLY original Sleipner S-Link™ products or other authorized control equipment directly to the S-Link™ bus.
Connecting non-authorized third-party equipment, it must always be connected through a Sleipner supplied interface product.
Any attempt to directly control or connect into the S-Link™ control system without a designated and approved interface will render all warranties and
responsibilities of all of the connected Sleipner products. If you are interfacing the S-Link™ bus by agreement with Sleipner through a designated
Sleipner supplied interface, you are still required to install at least one original Sleipner control panel to enable efficient troubleshooting if necessary.
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Product Dimensions
Measurement
code Measurement description mm inch
H Height 194.3 7.6
L Length 205 8.1
W Width 79 3.11
+ W Width including fasteners 90 3.54
(a) Attachment hole from the top 51.5 2.03
(b) Attachment hole from the bottom 92.8 3.65
(c) Attachment hole from the side 37.5 1.5
(d) Distance between attachment hole 121.8 4.8
(e) Attachment hole from the side 45.7 1.8
AMS
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H
W
+W
L
(a)
(b)
(c) (d) (e)
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Automatic Main Switch (AMS) Installation
Installing the Automatic Main Switch (AMS).
1. Remove the cover screws and cover from the Automatic Main Switch.
2. Find an appropriate location to install the AMS to allow quick and easy access to the shut-off button and Keeping power cable lengths to a
minimum. Attach the AMS using the two fastening holes on each side.

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Product Dimensions
Measurement
code Measurement description mm inch
H Height 194.3 7.6
L Length 205 8.1
W Width 79 3.11
+ W Width including fasteners 90 3.54
(a) Attachment hole from the top 51.5 2.03
(b) Attachment hole from the bottom 92.8 3.65
(c) Attachment hole from the side 37.5 1.5
(d) Distance between attachment hole 121.8 4.8
(e) Attachment hole from the side 45.7 1.8
AMS
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H
W
+W
L
(a)
(b)
(c) (d) (e)
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Manual over ride button.
Push to shut OFF
Pull to activate ON
Fuse holder
Main cable(s) from battery(ies)
Main cable(s) to the thruster
4-Lead Cable
5-Lead Cable
Automatic Main Switch (AMS)
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Automatic Main Switch (AMS) Installation
Installing the Automatic Main Switch (AMS).
1. Remove the cover screws and cover from the Automatic Main Switch.
2. Find an appropriate location to install the AMS to allow quick and easy access to the shut-off button and Keeping power cable lengths to a
minimum. Attach the AMS using the two fastening holes on each side.
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AMS Fuse and Battery Cable Installation
Installing the fuse and battery cable(s).
1. Remove the nuts and the washers.
2. Install the fuse. Select fuse type and rating according to recommendations in thruster installation
manual.
3. Assemble the washers, battery cable(s) and end washer and nuts. Select fuse type and rating
according to recommendations in thruster installation manual.
4. Tighten the nut with the recommended torque. The bolts are made of brass and too high torque can
damage the threads.
Fitting the thruster cable(s).
5. Remove the nuts and washers.
6. Fit the cable(s) to the bolt and assemble washers and nut.
7. Tighten the nut with the recommended torque.
Manual override button.
8. Pull OUT for ON.
9. Push IN for OFF.
10. Leave the switch in ON position when on-board.
11. Ensure the switch is in the OFF position when leaving the boat for long periods or when installing or
servicing the thruster system.
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1
2
3
5 - 7
8 - 11
4
Pull out
ON
Nut
Nut
Spring washer
Spring washer
Leave one
washer on
each of the
bolts
Recommended
configuration
for dual cable
installation
Recommended
configuration for dual
cable installation
Washer
Washer
Washer
Washer
Fuse
Fuse
Cable
Push In
OFF
Nut Spring washer
Washer
Cable
Recommended
torque
20 Nm
(14.5 lb/ft)
Recommended torque
20 Nm
(14.5 lb/ft)
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BACKBONE Cable
Forms the communication and power bus throughout
a vessel. Available in different standard lengths.
*Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Blue ends *Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Green ends *Green ends
*Green ends
*Green ends
*Green ends
SPUR Cable
Used to connect S-Link compliant products to the
backbone cable. One SPUR Cable must be used for
each connected component, with no exceptions.
Recommended to be as short as practically possible.
Available in different standard lengths.
POWER Cable
Required in all installations for connection of BACKBONE
Cable to a power supply and should be protected with a
2A fuse.
4-Port T-Connector
The 4-PORT T-connector allows multiple SPUR Cables to be
connected. The 4-PORT T-connector comes with two sealing
caps to protect unused ports.
T-Connector
Used for connection of SPUR
or POWER Cable to the
BACKBONE Cable. One
T-Connector for each
connected cable.
BACKBONE Extender
Connects two BACKBONE
Cables to extend the length.
END Terminator
Must be one at each end of
the BACKBONE bus.
12/24V
GND
Switch
Optional Fuse
2A
S-Link installation example
Spur
Power
T-Connector
End
Terminator
End
Terminator
Backbone Extender
Bow Thruster
Control Panel
Spur
Control Panel
Backbone Backbone Backbone
Spur
Spur
*For DC system
Spur
4 Port T-Connector 4 Port T-Connector
Stern Thruster
Automatic
Main switch
S-Link
Power Supply
Yellow
Red
Black

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AMS Fuse and Battery Cable Installation
Installing the fuse and battery cable(s).
1. Remove the nuts and the washers.
2. Install the fuse. Select fuse type and rating according to recommendations in thruster installation
manual.
3. Assemble the washers, battery cable(s) and end washer and nuts. Select fuse type and rating
according to recommendations in thruster installation manual.
4. Tighten the nut with the recommended torque. The bolts are made of brass and too high torque can
damage the threads.
Fitting the thruster cable(s).
5. Remove the nuts and washers.
6. Fit the cable(s) to the bolt and assemble washers and nut.
7. Tighten the nut with the recommended torque.
Manual override button.
8. Pull OUT for ON.
9. Push IN for OFF.
10. Leave the switch in ON position when on-board.
11. Ensure the switch is in the OFF position when leaving the boat for long periods or when installing or
servicing the thruster system.
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1
2
3
5 - 7
8 - 11
4
Pull out
ON
Nut
Nut
Spring washer
Spring washer
Leave one
washer on
each of the
bolts
Recommended
configuration
for dual cable
installation
Recommended
configuration for dual
cable installation
Washer
Washer
Washer
Washer
Fuse
Fuse
Cable
Push In
OFF
Nut Spring washer
Washer
Cable
Recommended
torque
20 Nm
(14.5 lb/ft)
Recommended torque
20 Nm
(14.5 lb/ft)
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S-Link System Description
S-Link is a CAN-based control system used for communication between Sleipner products installed on a vessel. The system uses BACKBONE Cables
as a common power and communication bus with separate SPUR Cables to each connected unit. Only one S-Link POWER cable shall be connected to
the BACKBONE Cable. Units with low power consumption are powered directly from the S-Link bus.
Main advantages of S-Link system:
- Compact and waterproof plugs.
- BACKBONE and SPUR Cables have different colour coding and keying to ensure correct and easy installation. BACKBONE Cables have blue
connectors and SPUR Cables have green connectors.
- Different cable lengths and BACKBONE Extenders make the system scalable and flexible to install.
Installation of S-Link cables:
Select appropriate cables to keep the length of BACKBONE- and SPUR Cables to a minimum. In case of planned installation with total BACKBONE
Cable length exceeding 100 meters please consult your local distributor. The S-Link cables should be properly fastened when installed to avoid
sharp bend radius, cable chafi ng and undesired strain on connectors. Locking mechanism on connectors must be fully closed. To ensure long lifetime,
cables, T-Connectors and Extenders should not be located so that they are permanently immersed in water or other fluids. It is also recommended to
install cables such that water and condensation do not run along the cables and into the connectors.
The POWER Cable should ideally be connected around the middle of the BACKBONE bus to ensure an equal voltage drop at each end of the
BACKBONE Cable. The yellow and black wire in the POWER Cable shall be connected to GND and the red wire connected to +12VDC or +24VDC.
To reduce the risk of interference, avoid routing the S-Link cables close to equipment such as radio transmitters, antennas or high voltage cables. The
backbone must be terminated at each end with the END Terminator.
SPUR cables can be left unterminated to prepare for the installation of future additional equipment. In such cases, ensure to protect open connectors
from water and moisture to avoid corrosion in the connectors.
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BACKBONE Cable
Forms the communication and power bus throughout
a vessel. Available in different standard lengths.
*Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Blue ends *Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Blue ends
*Green ends *Green ends
*Green ends
*Green ends
*Green ends
SPUR Cable
Used to connect S-Link compliant products to the
backbone cable. One SPUR Cable must be used for
each connected component, with no exceptions.
Recommended to be as short as practically possible.
Available in different standard lengths.
POWER Cable
Required in all installations for connection of BACKBONE
Cable to a power supply and should be protected with a
2A fuse.
4-Port T-Connector
The 4-PORT T-connector allows multiple SPUR Cables to be
connected. The 4-PORT T-connector comes with two sealing
caps to protect unused ports.
T-Connector
Used for connection of SPUR
or POWER Cable to the
BACKBONE Cable. One
T-Connector for each
connected cable.
BACKBONE Extender
Connects two BACKBONE
Cables to extend the length.
END Terminator
Must be one at each end of
the BACKBONE bus.
12/24V
GND
Switch
Optional Fuse
2A
S-Link installation example
Spur
Power
T-Connector
End
Terminator
End
Terminator
Backbone Extender
Bow Thruster
Control Panel
Spur
Control Panel
Backbone Backbone Backbone
Spur
Spur
*For DC system
Spur
4 Port T-Connector 4 Port T-Connector
Stern Thruster
Automatic
Main switch
S-Link
Power Supply
Yellow
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DESCRIPTION OF WIRING DIAGRAMS:
- Install the correct main fuse depending on thruster model fitted.
- Coil feed can be taken from any 12V or 24V battery source. If the coil is fed from a source that already has a main switch, an
on/off switch is not required.
- The S-Link cable must be connected to the S-Link network on the Automatic Main Switch assigned to be bow or stern
IMPORTANT
Fit only one thruster to each
automatic main switch.
Technical Wiring Diagram
Thruster
Battery
12/24V
-black red
«B+»
5A
+12/24V
Automatic Main Switch
8977 12 (12V)
8977 24 (24V)
S-link
network cables
«Thruster+»
To
SEP thruster
or
RETRACT thruster
+
-
+
-
on/off
Switch
(optional)
Main
fuse
Coil feed
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Electrical Installation
WARNING
Check the following with the main switch is set to off :
After all electrical connections have been completed check with an ohm meter that there is no electrical connection between
1. electro-motor flange and the positive terminal on the motor
2. electro-motor flange and the battery negative terminal on the motor
If unsure contact skilled personnel.
ON/ OFF confi guration
Use a 4-lead control cable between the thruster and the automatic main switch. (NB: Only 3 leads are used, The red wire is not connected into the
automatic main switch.)
Proportional confi guration
Use 5-lead control cables between the automatic main switch and control panels. (NB: use 5-lead Y-connectors to branch off to all controls fi tted.)
Refer to the table in the thrusters manual for deciding the main cable sizes.
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
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+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
control panel
Bow and stern
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
PJC 212
Observe PPC battery
terminal polarity !
S-link supply
S-link external
switch interface
and remote
(optional)
S-link external
switch interface
and remote
(optional)
Proportional
joystick
control panel
Bow and stern
Station 2
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DESCRIPTION OF WIRING DIAGRAMS:
- Install the correct main fuse depending on thruster model fitted.
- Coil feed can be taken from any 12V or 24V battery source. If the coil is fed from a source that already has a main switch, an
on/off switch is not required.
- The S-Link cable must be connected to the S-Link network on the Automatic Main Switch assigned to be bow or stern
IMPORTANT
Fit only one thruster to each
automatic main switch.
Technical Wiring Diagram
Thruster
Battery
12/24V
-black red
«B+»
5A
+12/24V
Automatic Main Switch
8977 12 (12V)
8977 24 (24V)
S-link
network cables
«Thruster+»
To
SEP thruster
or
RETRACT thruster
+
-
+
-
on/off
Switch
(optional)
Main
fuse
Coil feed

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Service
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
Service/ maintenance
on all-electric equipment regularly Ensure:
- Equipment is clean and dry.
- Ensure all cable and other connections are tight and without signs of excessive heat or corrosion.
Troubleshooting
Feedback to control panels:
- Manual override:
If the manual override button has been pushed, pull the manual override button to activate.
- Fuse is blown:
Replace the fuse or check if the main cable from the battery and main cable to the thruster.
- Communication fail:
The panel has no communication with the main switch. Check S-link or power connection.
- Power failure:
The main switch has no power, Check 5A fuse, power connection and if the main switch has power on the red and black wire.
Read the troubleshooting guide in the thrusters manual.
If you are unable to identify and resolve the problem, contact the nearest Sleipner service point for assistance. Have the notes from your
troubleshooting handy to inform the service person of what you have already checked and observed.

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to visit our website www.sleipnergroup.com and fi nd your
Sleipner product.
Service and Support
Product Spare Parts and Additional Resources
Warranty statement
Patents
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1. Sleipner Motor AS (The “Warrantor”) warrants that the equipment (parts, materials, and embedded software of products) manufactured by
the Warrantor is free from defects in workmanship and materials for purpose for which the equipment is intended and under normal use and
maintenance service (the “Warranty”).
2. This Warranty is in effect for two years (Leisure Use) or one year (Commercial and other Non-leisure Use) from the date of delivery/purchase by
the end user, with the following exceptions;
(a) For demonstration vessels, or vessels kept on the water, the dealer is considered as the end user from 6 months after their launch of the
vessel;
(b) The warranty period starts no later than 18 months after the fi rst launch of the vessel.
Please note that the boat manufacturer and dealer must pay particular attention to correct maintenance and service both by the products
manuals as well as general good practice for the location the boat is kept in the period the boat is in their care. In cases where the 6 and 18
months grace periods for boat builders and dealers are passed, it is possible to obtain a full warranty upon inspection and approval of the
warrantor or such representative.
3. Certain parts, classifi ed as wearable or service parts, are not covered by the warranty. A failure to follow the required maintenance and service
work as described in the product manual render all warranty on parts or components directly or indirectly affected by this void. Please also note
that for some parts, time is also a factor separately from actual operational hours.
4. This Warranty is transferable and covers the equipment for the specified warranty period.
5. The warranty does not apply to defects or damages caused by faulty installation or hook-up, abuse or misuse of the equipment including
exposure to excessive heat, salt or fresh water spray, or water immersion except for equipment specifically designed as waterproof.
6. In case the equipment seems to be defective, the warranty holder (the “Claimant”) must do the following to make a claim:
(a) Contact the dealer or service centre where the equipment was purchased and make the claim. Alternatively, the Claimant can make the
claim to a dealer or service centre found at www.sleipnergroup.com. The Claimant must present a detailed written statement of the nature
and circumstances of the defect, to the best of the Claimant’s knowledge, including product identifi cation and serial nbr., the date and place of
purchase and the name and address of the installer. Proof of purchase date should be included with the claim, to verify that the warranty period
has not expired;
(b) Make the equipment available for troubleshooting and repair, with direct and workable access, including dismantling of furnishings or similar,
if any, either at the premises of the Warrantor or an authorised service representative approved by the Warrantor. Equipment can only be returned
to the Warrantor or an authorised service representative for repair following a pre-approval by the Warrantor’s Help Desk and if so, with the
Return Authorisation Number visible postage/shipping prepaid and at the expense of the Claimant.
7. Examination and handling of the warranty claim:
(a) If upon the Warrantor’s or authorised service Representative’s examination, the defect is determined to result from defective material or
workmanship in the warranty period, the equipment will be repaired or replaced at the Warrantor’s option without charge, and returned to the
Purchaser at the Warrantor’s expense. If, on the other hand, the claim is determined to result from circumstances such as described in section
4 above or a result of wear and tear exceeding that for which the equipment is intended (e.g. commercial use of equipment intended for leisure
use), the costs for the troubleshooting and repair shall be borne by the Claimant;
(b) No refund of the purchase price will be granted to the Claimant, unless the Warrantor is unable to remedy the defect after having a reasonable
number of opportunities to do so. In the event that attempts to remedy the defect have failed, the Claimant may claim a refund of the purchase
price, provided that the Claimant submits a statement in writing from a professional boating equipment supplier that the installation instructions
of the Installation and Operation Manual have been complied with and that the defect remains.
8. Warranty service shall be performed only by the Warrantor, or an authorised service representative, and any attempt to remedy the defect by
anyone else shall render this warranty void.
9. No other warranty is given beyond those described above, implied or otherwise, including any implied warranty of merchantability, fitness for
a particular purpose other than the purpose for which the equipment is intended, and any other obligations on the part of the Warrantor or its
employees and representatives.
10. There shall be no responsibility or liability whatsoever on the part of the Warrantor or its employees and representatives based on this Warranty
for injury to any person or persons, or damage to property, loss of income or profit, or any other incidental, consequential or resulting damage or
cost claimed to have been incurred through the use or sale of the equipment, including any possible failure or malfunction of the equipment or
damages arising from collision with other vessels or objects.
11. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from country to country.
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Service
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
Service/ maintenance
on all-electric equipment regularly Ensure:
- Equipment is clean and dry.
- Ensure all cable and other connections are tight and without signs of excessive heat or corrosion.
Troubleshooting
Feedback to control panels:
- Manual override:
If the manual override button has been pushed, pull the manual override button to activate.
- Fuse is blown:
Replace the fuse or check if the main cable from the battery and main cable to the thruster.
- Communication fail:
The panel has no communication with the main switch. Check S-link or power connection.
- Power failure:
The main switch has no power, Check 5A fuse, power connection and if the main switch has power on the red and black wire.
Read the troubleshooting guide in the thrusters manual.
If you are unable to identify and resolve the problem, contact the nearest Sleipner service point for assistance. Have the notes from your
troubleshooting handy to inform the service person of what you have already checked and observed.

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The information given in the document
was right at the time it was published.
However, Sleipner Group cannot
accept liability for any inaccuracies or
omissions it may contain. Continuous
product improvement may change the
product specifi cations without notice.
Therefore, Sleipner Group cannot accept
liability for any possible differences
between product and document.
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Made in Norway
SLEIPNER GROUP
P.O. Box 519
N-1612 Fredrikstad
Norway
www.sleipnergroup.com