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Vertical Thruster Cartridge Seal Removal Overview

Skill level recommended: Novice

Total time required: Approximately 8 Minutes

Tools required:

• 7/16 Inch Open End or Socket Wrench

The following components must be removed:

• Float Block Kit
• Vertical Thruster Propeller Kit
• Vertical Thruster Splitter
• Vertical Thruster Cartridge Seal

See the corresponding sections of this manual for instructions for parts other than the Vertical Thruster Cartridge Seal.

Vertical Thruster Cartridge Seal Removal Procedures

Time required for this step: Approximately 2 Minutes

Tools required for this step:

• None

Parts involved in this step:

CS-KIT-BL(v) Vertical Thruster Cartridge Seal

Quantity	Part Number	Part Description
1	CS-KIT-BL(h)	Cartridge Seal Assembly Blue
1	90295A090	Washer #6 x 0.06" Flat Nylon (Thick)

Steps

1. Pull the vertical cartridge seal off of the vertical thruster shaft. Make sure to keep track of the cartridge seal washer inside the top of the cartridge seal.

Vertical Thruster Cartridge Seal Replacement Overview

Skill level recommended: Novice

Total time required: Approximately 8 Minutes

Tools required:

• Lint-Free Tissue or Rag
• O-Ring Lubricator
• 7/16 Inch Open End or Socket Wrench

The following components must be replaced:

• Vertical Thruster Cartridge Seal
• Vertical Thruster Splitter
• Vertical Thruster Propeller Kit
• Float Block Kit

See the corresponding sections of this manual for instructions for parts other than the Vertical Thruster Cartridge Seal.

Notes:

• Before replacing the vertical cartridge seal, check to make sure that the cartridge seal, vertical thruster shaft and area where the cartridge seal seats are clean. Also, make sure the thruster shaft is not bent or scored.

Vertical Thruster Cartridge Seal Replacement Procedures

Time required for this step: Approximately 2 Minutes

Tools required for this step:

• Lint-Free Tissue or Rag
• O-Ring Lubricator

Parts involved in this step:

CS-KIT-BL(v) Vertical Thruster Cartridge Seal

Quantity	Part Number	Part Description
1	CS-KIT-BL(h)	Cartridge Seal Assembly Blue
1	90295A090	Washer #6 x 0.06" Flat Nylon (Thick)

Steps

1. Orient the cartridge seal with its O-ring end toward the ROV.

2. Press the cartridge seal all the way down the thruster shaft until it is seated in the vertical motor mount. You should not be able to see the O-ring when the cartridge seal is seated.

3. Place the cartridge seal washer on thruster shaft.

4. Press the cartridge seal washer down the shaft until is it seated inside of the cartridge seal.

Tip

You will notice that some silicone gel will be pushed from the center core of the cartridge seal. This is normal. The gel is used to keep the cartridge seal oil from leaking out of the cartridge seal during shipping and storage and can be wiped away with a tissue.