Ultraflex X72 User manual

ITALIANOFRANÇAIS ENGLISH
(REV 00 - 23/01/2019)(dr./dis./des. n°33319a 28/01/2019)
STEERING ADJUSTMENT
SYSTEM X72
Installation manual

16015 Casella (Genova) Italia - Via Crose, 2
S.p.A.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing an product.
has been a reference in steering systems in the field of recreational and professional
boating for years.
production has always been synonymous with great reliability and safety.
All the products are designed to guarantee the best performance in relation to the
purpose for which they were designed.
To protect your safety and to maintain high quality standards guarantees its products
only when used with original parts.
The Quality Management Systems and are certified by DNV-GL (Det Norske Veritas
- Germanischer Lloyd), in accordance with UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 rule.
The Quality system involves all the company resources and processes starting from the design to:
• guarantee product quality to the Customer;
• implement the actions necessary to maintain and improve the quality standards over time;
• pursue continuous improvement of process effectiveness and efficiency in order to always be in
tune with the needs of the market and to increase Customer satisfaction.
Environmental Management System is certified by DNV-GL (Det Norske Veritas -
Germanischer Lloyd), in conformity with the UNI EN ISO 14001:2015 rule.
with over 80 years of experience in the nautical industry is today a global leader in the
production of mechanical steering systems, hydraulic and electronic control boxes and steering
wheels for motor boats for recreation, fishing or working of every size and type of engine.
The reliability of our products and service both before and after sale, the quality of the company
organization and human resources, along with continual investment in research and development
are key factors which explain the growing success of our products the world over.

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CONTENTS
DOCUMENT REVISIONS............................................................................................................................4
USING THE MANUAL AND THE SYMBOLS USED........................................................................................4
GENERAL INFORMATION..........................................................................................................................5
GUARANTEE.............................................................................................................................................6
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 STEERING ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM X72 DESCRIPTION..............................................................7
1.2 PACKAGE CONTENTS...............................................................................................................8
SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION
2.1 TOOLS REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATION...............................................................................9
2.2 DEVICEINSTALLATION.............................................................................................................9
SECTION 3 - SAFETY WARNINGS
3.1 SAFETY RULES DURING INSTALLATION AND USE...................................................................15
SECTION 4 - MAINTENANCE
4.1 MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................................16
SECTION 5 - DISPOSAL
5.1 DISPOSAL.............................................................................................................................16

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USING THE MANUAL AND THE SYMBOLS USED
The INSTALLATION MANUAL is the document that accompanies the product from the time of its sale
until its replacement and disposal. It is therefore to be considered an integral part of the product.
It is a requirement to read the manual before undertaking ANY ACTIVITIES that involve the product.
In order to protect the safety of the user and to ensure the proper functioning of the product, the
symbols described below have been adopted in this manual.
DOCUMENT REVISIONS
REV. DATE REVISION DESCRIPTION
023/01/2019 First release
DANGER
Indicates that there is a serious inherent danger that could lead to a high
probability of death or serious injury if the appropriate precautions are not
taken.
Indicates a reminder of safety practices or unsafe practices that could
cause injury or damage to the product or environment.
CAUTION
NOTE
Important Information to highlight for a proper installation and maintenance,
but that will not cause damage.
It indicates that there is a hazard that can cause injury or death if appropriate
precautions are not taken.
WARNING
The operations for the execution of which qualified or specialised personnel
are required in order to avoid possible risks, are highlighted with the symbol
shown to the side.
It is recommended to train personnel for the installation of the product and
ensure that the provisions are both understood and implemented.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
This installation manual is an integral part of the product and must be readily available to its users
and maintenance personnel.
The user is required to know the contents of this manual.
assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies due to printing errors, contained in the
manual.
Without prejudice to the essential characteristics of the product described, reserves
the right to make any changes, as thought fit, to descriptions, details and illustrations for the
improvement of the product, or for manufacturing or commercial reasons, at any time and without
undertaking to update this publication.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The publishing rights, trademarks, initials and the product
photographs shown in this manual are the property of and any reproduction, even partial,
is prohibited.
Every care has been taken in collecting and checking the documentation to make this manual as
complete and comprehensible as possible. Nothing contained in this publication may be construed
as a guarantee or condition, express or implied, including, but not limited to, the guarantee of fitness
for a particular purpose.
Furthermore, nothing contained in this publication can be interpreted as modifying or asserting the
terms of any purchase contract.
WARNING
In order to ensure the proper functioning of the product and its components, it must be installed
by expert personnel. In the event of component parts failure or malfunctions, please contact the
specialised personnel or our Technical Service Department.
TECHNICAL SERVICE DEPARTMENT
UFLEX S.r.l.
Via Milite Ignoto,8A
16012 Busalla (GE)-Italy
Tel: [phone] (Italy)
Tel: [phone] (Abroad)
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
www.ultraflexgroup.it
North - South - Central America:
UFLEX USA
6442 Parkland Drive
Sarasota, FL 34243
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
www.uflexusa.com

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GUARANTEE
guarantees that its products are manufactured in accordance with the state of the art and
are free from defects in workmanship and materials.
This guarantee is valid for a period of 2 years from the date of manufacture of the products with
the exception of cases where these are installed and used on work boats or, in any case, on boats
for commercial use, in which case the guarantee is limited to 1 year from the date of manufacture.
This guarantee is limited to the replacement or repair free of charge of the part that, within the above
period, returned carriage free and verified by us to actually be defective in materials or/and in the
manufacture.
Any other direct or indirect damage is excluded from the guarantee. In particular, the malfunction
of our products is excluded from the guarantee and from all our responsibilities (except to replace
or repair the defective parts under the terms and conditions above) if their failure or malfunction is
attributable to faulty installation or negligent or incorrect use.
This guarantee does not cover products installed on racing boats or those used in competitive
contexts. The descriptions and illustrations in this manual are provided for indication only.
For detailed information please contact our Service Department.
The components of steering systems are marked as required by the 2013/44/EC
directive.
We remind you that on marked boats it is compulsory to install steering systems with marked
components (See Art. 3 and Art. 5 of the 2013/44/EC directive).
Please note that the guarantee is automatically void if any parts are installed
in a steering system together with products of other brands.

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1 - PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 STEERING ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM X72 DESCRIPTION
Steering adjustment system X72 can be adapted to FRONTAL hydraulic pumps (UP25F,
UP28F, UP33F, UP39F, UP45F).
The X72 system has been ergonomically designed to allow the driver to vertically steering adjustment
on five different position, for a overall angol of 60°.
CAUTION
Any other application apart from those shown in this manual ARE NOT ALLOWED.

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1.2 Package contents
Before installation of the equipment check that it has not suffered any damage due to transport or
storage conditions.
Verify also that all the supplied components are effectively contained in the package (see list).
In case of damage or an incomplete delivery, notify the complaint to the courier and advise your
supplier.
CAUTION
The packing must be disposed of according to applicable directives.
PACKAGE CONTENT
n°1 steering adjustment device X72
n°4 nuts M6
A B
A
B

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2 - INSTALLATION
2.1 Tools required for the installation
10 mm hexagonal tube
spanner
2.2 Device installation
The adjustment device is designed to support the rudder pump by making it tilting, therefore
must be fixed directly to the dashboard.
Open end wrench
10 mm

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2
1Using the drilling template attached to the end of this user manual make on the dashboard
the 4 holes (1) using a 6,5 mm drill bit and a jigsaw for the middle hole (2).

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2Remove top gasket (3) of the adjastment device.
3Extractthehydraulicpumphosesfromthedashboard and pass them through the adjustment
device.

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5
5Insert the rudder pump into the adjustment device X72, making sure that the threaded pins
enter the pre-drilled holes. Keep in mind that is preferable to orient upward the rudder pump filler
cap (4), instead the handle of the streering adjustment device x72, can be indifferently oriented
on the left or on the right.
4Connect the hoses to the rudder pump according to the pump instructions manual.

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6Use the M6 nuts included in the pump package to fix it on the adjustment device using a
10 mm hexagonal tube spanner.
7Reinsert the previously removed gasket (see point 2) between pump and adjustment
device.

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9To adjust the steering wheel, loosen the side knob until it is free to move. Then move the
steering wheel up or down to the desired height and tighten the knob again.
8Insert the assembly into the dashboard, checking that the flange and threaded pins of the
adjustment system X72 can be correctly inserted into the holes previously drilled
To fix the assembly, thigten the M6 nuts - contained in the device packaging - on the inner wall of
the dashboard, using a 10mm fotk spanner.

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3 - SAFETY WARNINGS
3.1 Safety precautions during installation and use
STRICTLYFOLLOWtheinstructionsand safety criteriasetoutbelow. bearsnoresponsibility
for failure by the user to comply with these standards or for any negligence committed while using
the equipment.
DANGER
• Do not use the equipment for a purpose other than that it was designed for, as specified in the
installation and maintenance manual.
• Do not appoint unqualified staff to install the system.
CAUTION
Any other applications apart from those shown in this manual ARE NOT ALLOWED.

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4 - MAINTENANCE
4.1 Maintenance
Wipe the system using non-aggressive and non-abrasive soap and water.
5 - DISPOSAL
5.1 Disposal
If, for any reason, you intend to put the control device out of service dispose of the components in
accordance with the regulations in force.

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notes

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ITALIANO
SISTEMA
REGOLAZIONE VOLANTE
X72
Manuale di installazione

16015 Casella (Genova) Italia - Via Crose, 2
S.p.A.
Gentile Cliente,
La ringraziamo per aver scelto un prodotto .
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diporto e professionale.
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Germanischer Lloyd), in conformità alla Norma UNI EN ISO 9001:2015.
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• garantire al cliente la qualità del prodotto;
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• perseguire un continuo miglioramento dell’efficacia e dell’efficienza dei processi per poter
essere sempre in sintonia con le esigenze del mercato ed accrescere la soddisfazione dei Clienti.
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Lloyd), in conformità alla Norma UNI EN ISO 14001:2015.
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