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SEAKEEPER 26 / 20HD
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SEAKEEPER 26 / 20HD
OPERATION MANUAL
MARCH 2021
Contents:
Section 1 – System Overview
Section 2 – System Operation
Section 3 – Power Failures, Alarms, and Troubleshooting
Section 4 – Maintenance
Section 5 – Warranty, Limit of Liability, Property Rights
Section 6 – Specs and Summary
45310 ABELL HOUSE LANE, SUITE 350
CALIFORNIA, MD 20619, U.S.A.
PHONE: 410-326-1590
FAX: 410-326-1199
E-MAIL: [email protected]
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Section 1: SYSTEM OVERVIEW
1.0
System Overview
The Seakeeper 26 uses gyroscopic principles to reduce boat roll motions in waves and wakes
independent of boat speed. In multiple Seakeeper installations, the Seakeepers operate
independently of each other and therefore this manual only discusses operation of a single unit.
A Seakeeper 26 consists of a gyroscope assembly, a CAN communications cable, and a Display.
Figure 1 illustrates the interconnection of these components and their interface with the boat.
FIGURE 1 – SEAKEEPER 26 STABILIZATION SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Technical specifications provided in Section 6 list the power consumption, total weight, and
dimensions of the major components. Gyroscopic principals that apply to boat roll control are
discussed on Seakeeper’s web site at www.seakeeper.com. The Seakeeper web site also
contains videos of Seakeeper operation and videos of several different boats operating in waves
with the Seakeeper on and off. It is recommended that the reader play these videos prior to
reading the remainder of this manual.
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The gimbal angle and the rate of rotation about the gimbal axis (termed precession rate) play an
important role in its operation. These parameters are illustrated in Figure 2. At zero degree
gimbal angle, the sphere is vertical; it can precess a maximum of +/- 60 degrees about this
position. The amount of torque that the Seakeeper exerts on a boat’s hull to counter the wave
induced roll is directly proportional to the precession rate. The further the Seakeeper is from
vertical (zero degrees) the lower the anti-roll torque. The vertical arrows in Figure 2 illustrate the
direction of the forces that the Seakeeper exerts on the boat’s hull to damp roll motion.
FIGURE 2 – SEAKEEPER PRECESSION
Seakeeper precession is actively controlled by an electronic controller and a hydraulic brake
throughout each roll cycle so the Seakeeper supplies the maximum anti-roll torque and does not
make mechanical contact with hard stops that limit the maximum gimbal angle travel to +/- 60o.
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There is a large torque about the gimbal axis when the Seakeeper is
precessing. Seakeeper cover panels are provided to prevent personnel or
equipment from contacting the Seakeeper while it is in operation. These
covers should not be stood on or have anything placed on top. The covers
should always be in place during operation. If it is ever necessary to touch
the Seakeeper while the flywheel is spinning, the Seakeeper must be
locked at the display to stop the Seakeeper from precessing. Seakeeper
maintenance should not be attempted unless the Seakeeper is locked and
the flywheel has stopped spinning.
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1.1
Seakeeper Assembly
The Seakeeper assembly consists of a flywheel housed in a cast aluminum vacuum-tight
enclosure. The flywheel spins about a vertical axis and is supported by upper and lower pairs of
bearings. A Permanent Magnet AC motor mounted inside the enclosure spins the flywheel at
high speed.
The enclosure is fastened to two gimbal shafts that are supported by gimbal bearings on either
side. These shafts establish an athwart ship gimbal axis about which the flywheel and enclosure
precess or rotate up to +/- 60 degrees during operation. The gimbal bearings are supported by a
foundation which is attached to the hull structure. This foundation transfers the loads that the
Seakeeper produces to the hull structure.
An active hydraulic brake mechanism is located on the Seakeeper assembly to regulate the
Seakeeper’s precession motions about the gimbal shaft. It includes four hydraulic cylinders and
a hydraulic manifold.
A coolant pump, heat exchanger with reservoir, and thermostat are located near the manifold. A
glycol/water mix is circulated through a closed loop to the motor drive box, hydraulic manifold,
and the water jackets of the flywheel enclosure to remove heat.
FIGURE 3 – SEAKEEPER ASSEMBLY
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1.2 Display
The display shown below is the user interface to the Seakeeper 26 and should be mounted at
the primary helm station, unless the vessel has compatible Multi-Function Display, in which
case the Seakeeper Display can be mounted elsewhere. It is used to start, operate, monitor and
shutdown the Seakeeper. Sensors, alarms, and shutdowns are provided to allow unattended
operation.
The display provides information in the event of an alarm. Alarms cause precession to stop
(Stabilize Off) and the Seakeeper to start coasting down (Power Off).
FIGURE 4 – OPERATOR DISPLAY
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1.3 Drive Box
The glycol/water mix that cools the Seakeeper is also circulated through a cold plate inside the
Drive Box to remove heat from high-power electronic components.
The Motor Drive Box contains hazardous voltage. The cover
should not be removed while the flywheel is spinning and the
AC input voltage is present. This high voltage exists even if the
flywheel is coasting down and the supply voltage has been
shut off. The flywheel must be at Zero (0000) RPM and AC input
power disconnected for at least 10 minutes prior to any service
work on the motor drive box.
FIGURE 5 – DRIVE BOX
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1.4 Electronic Control Module
The Electronic Control Module (ECM) monitors all the system sensors and automatically regulates
operation of the Seakeeper.
The controller commands the motor speed and regulates the Seakeeper’s precession rate and
gimbal angle. This is accomplished by commands to a high response flow control valve in the
hydraulic brake circuit that increases or decreases the brake pressure.
1.5 Inertia Measurement Unit (IMU)
The motion sensor suite in the IMU measures the angular movements of the vessel and the
vertical and lateral boat movement. These signals are communicated to the ECM through the
Seakeeper’s wire harness.
1.6 Brake
The brake mechanism consists of four hydraulic cylinders that attach to crank arms on the gimbal
shafts. The Seakeeper controller modulates how fast the oil can flow through the control valve
thus controlling the precession rate of the Seakeeper.
The brake hydraulic circuit is a pre-charged closed loop system – that is, there is no pump, motor,
or reservoir in the circuit. Accumulators are installed in the circuit so the pre-charge pressure
does not increase as the fluid temperature rises due to the braking action. Locking solenoids are
installed in the circuit to lock the Seakeeper so it cannot precess if there is a leak in the circuit or
a mechanical problem with the Seakeeper.
Seakeeper Hydraulic Hand Pump Kit, P/N 10384, is required for servicing the brake system.
Pressure should never be relieved unless this tool is available.
FIGURE 6 – BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS
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1.7 Cooling
The cooling circuit is a closed loop that supplies a glycol/water (50% distilled water and 50%
glycol) mix to:
• The motor drive box to remove heat from the drive electronics
• The brake manifold to remove heat from the brake hydraulic circuit
• The flywheel enclosure water jackets to remove heat from the flywheel bearings
The heated fluid then passes through a thermostat before bypassing or flowing through a heat
exchanger that has sea water on the cold side. The circuit also contains a coolant reservoir for
coolant expansion and to make filling easy. The reservoir contains a 7 psi (0.5 bar) pressure cap.
The heat exchanger contains zinc anodes that must be inspected and changed regularly to ensure
maximum heat exchanger life.
FIGURE 7 – COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS
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Section 2: SYSTEM OPERATION
2.0
Introduction
This section describes operation of the Seakeeper 26 system.
2.1 Display Screens: Overview
1) When 24 VDC is applied to the Seakeeper the DISPLAY will power up and initialize. The
SPLASH screen will be displayed.
2) After the DISPLAY has initialized the HOME screen will be displayed.
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3) The display uses a touch screen to allow users to select functions.
POWER button: The button will change from grey (Power Off) to blue (Power On).
STABILIZE button: The button will change from grey (Stabilize Off) to blue
(Stabilize On).
Home screen view. These buttons toggle home screen between the Roll Angle
Gauge and the Roll Angle Graph as shown below.
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4) When the MENU button is pressed, the menu bar will appear or disappear at the bottom
of the screen.
The menu bar is used to navigate between pages. From left to right, the available pages
are home, settings, information, service, and alarm history. The selected page is
highlighted in blue on the menu bar.
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5) The settings page
allows the user to adjust the following:
Increase or decrease the brightness of the display with the brightness slider.
Adjust the sleep timer from 1 minutes to 60 minutes or on all the time using sleep time
slider. Touching the screen will wake the display up after it has gone to sleep.
Change the sign of the roll angle value displayed in the roll angle gauge so the gauge
matches the motion of the boat. This will depend on installation orientation and will only
need to be adjusted once.
Seakeeper facing rear
Seakeeper facing forward
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Change the speed of the Seakeeper between normal operation and low power operation.
Low power mode consumes less power and should generate less noise. The selected
speed is colored blue. When power is cycled (or Seakeeper turned Off), this speed will
default back to the normal operating speed. Speed selection buttons shown below are
examples and may not match operating speed of installed Seakeeper.
Change the display between day and night mode. The selected mode is colored blue.
Change the units of the temperatures displayed on the service page between degrees Celsius
and degrees Fahrenheit. The selected units are colored blue.
6) The information page
displays the Seakeeper model, Seakeeper serial number,
Seakeeper software versions, RUN hours, and SEA hours, and other information.
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7) The service page
displays operating information from the Seakeeper.
8) The alarm history page
shows what alarms have occurred in the past and the
associated run hours. The scroll bar is used to move up and down through the list.
2.2
Start-up
1) Energize AC and DC power supplies.
2) Turn on the boat’s DC circuit breaker that supplies power to the Seakeeper.
3) Turn on the boat’s AC circuit breaker that supplies power to the Seakeeper.
4) In most cases, the seawater pump will be wired directly to the Seakeeper and turn on
when the Seakeeper is turned on. However, in some cases the seawater pump is on a
separate AC or DC circuit breaker and it is necessary to turn it on.
5) When the DC power is turned on the DISPLAY will initialize and the HOME screen will
appear. If a FAULT is present an ALARM screen will appear.
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To turn the Seakeeper on, press the POWER button; the button will turn blue. The
progress bar will appear and indicate how soon the Seakeeper will be available for
stabilization. When the Seakeeper is initialized and up to minimum operating speed the
STABILIZE button will appear. At this point, the Seakeeper is available for stabilization.
6) When the Seakeeper reaches its maximum operating speed where maximum stabilization
is available, the progress bar will disappear and the Seakeeper is available for maximum
stabilization.
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2.3
Stabilization
To stabilize the boat after Seakeeper is on and above the minimum operating speed:
1) Press the STABILIZE button. The button will turn blue indicating that the Seakeeper is
stabilizing the roll motion. The stabilization mode starts gradually; it takes 5-10 seconds
to reach full effectiveness.
If it is necessary to shutoff power to the flywheel motor
and slow the flywheel for any reason, press the
Seakeeper POWER button; the button will turn grey and
the stabilize button will disappear indicating the
command has been accepted. It takes approximately 6+
hours for the speed to drop to zero rpm.
If it is necessary to stop Seakeeper motion for any reason
press the STABILIZE button. The stabilize button will turn
grey indicating that the Seakeeper is locked. Never
attempt to work on the Seakeeper until the flywheel has
stopped spinning. If the brake system has automatically
locked the Seakeeper due to an alarm or failure, no
attempt should be made to bypass the alarm or automatic
lock.
!
!
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2.4
Normal Shut-Down
The Seakeeper should be stopped when pulling into port and stabilization is no longer
required. This maximizes life by allowing the Seakeeper to start the coast down cycle
before cooling is shutoff. Once the vessel is secured, the AC and DC breakers can be
switched OFF. The Seakeeper will continue to spool down to zero rpm. No cooling is
required during this time.
Note: The seawater pump may run for 5 minutes after the Seakeeper is switched off and
is coasting (with AC power applied).
1) Press the Seakeeper POWER button. The POWER button will turn grey. The Seakeeper
will start coasting.
2) Once the vessel is secured in the slip and the crew has shut down the generator and
engines, switch the AC and DC breakers that control the Seakeeper OFF. The flywheel
will continue to spool down to zero rpm. This can take 6+ hours from full speed.
When the flywheel has stopped spinning 0 RPM will appear on the screen
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The circuit breakers should be left on as long as possible
while the Seakeeper is spinning to remove heat from the
Seakeeper. During normal operation, the Seakeeper
should be stopped when pulling into port and stabilization
is no longer required. This maximizes long term life as it
allows the Seakeeper to start the coast down cycle before
cooling is shutoff. Once the vessel is secured in the slip
and the crew has shut down the generator and engines, the
AC and DC breakers that control the Seakeeper should be
switched to the OFF position. The Seakeeper will continue
to spool down to zero rpm. No cooling is required during
this time. Note Seakeeper 26 will take approximately 6+
hours to coast down to zero rpm from full speed. The
Display will indicate 0 RPM when the flywheel has stopped.
Note: The seawater pump may run for 5 minutes after the
Seakeeper is switched off and is coasting (with AC power
applied).
!
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2.5
Speed Adjustment
1) Press the MENU button
then select the settings screen.
2) Select the desired RPM button to adjust the Seakeeper’s speed. The selected RPM
button will turn blue.
a. Seakeeper 26: Normal operational speed is 5000 RPM. Low power mode
operates at 4000 RPM, which allows stabilization at a reduced flywheel speed.
After a 24V power cycle to the Seakeeper, the speed selection will revert to 5000
RPM.
b. Seakeeper 20HD: Normal operational speed is 3850 RPM. Low power mode
operates at 3100 RPM, which allows stabilization at a reduced flywheel speed.
After a 24V power cycle to the Seakeeper, the speed selection will revert to 3850
RPM.
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Section 3: POWER FAILURES, ALARMS, AND TROUBLESHOOTING
3.0
Power Failures
There are two sources of power to the Seakeeper 26:
•
24 Volts DC powers the Seakeeper control electronics.
•
208 - 230 Volts AC powers the Motor Drive Box to drive the motor inside the Seakeeper
and seawater pump.
These are supplied on Cables 1 and 2 which are shown on Seakeeper drawing 90310, Cable
Block Diagram.
The Motor Drive Box contains hazardous voltage, and the
cover should not be removed while the flywheel is spinning
and the AC input voltage is present. This high voltage exists
even if the flywheel is coasting down and the supply voltage
has been shut off. The flywheel must be at Zero (0000) RPM
and AC input power disconnected for at least 10 minutes
prior to any service work on the motor drive box.
3.1
24VDC Failure
The display will be blank. Flywheel speed will decrease. The brake is locked (no precession).
•
Verify the boat’s circuit breaker supplying +24 VDC has not tripped and the AC breaker is
On.
When +24 VDC is restored, the display will be powered up, Splash Screen will appear,
and then Home Screen will appear.
•
Press POWER button
The progress bar will appear and indicate flywheel speed. When the flywheel is at
minimum operating speed, the STABILIZE button will appear so stabilization can be turned
on. This may take up to 30 minutes, depending on the speed of the flywheel when the +24
VDC low current is turned back on.
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3.2
230 VAC Failure
If the AC power is not connected, a notification screen will indicate “AC Mains Low”. If the failure
is not corrected within two minutes, an “AC Mains Low” alarm will occur. The brake will lock and
the Seakeeper will stop precession if stabilization was on.
•
Verify the boat’s circuit breaker supplying 208-230 VAC to the Motor Drive Box has not
tripped.
Once 208-230 VAC is restored:
•
Press POWER button
to clear the alarm.
•
The progress bar will appear and indicate flywheel speed. When the flywheel is at
minimum operating speed, the STABILIZE button will appear so stabilization can be turned
on. This may take up to 30 minutes, depending on the speed of the flywheel when the +24
VDC low current is turned back on. These are both acceptable cases of voltage fluctuation
and should not cause an alarm unless the change in AC voltage is prolonged.
3.3
230 VAC Fluctuation, Spike or Momentary Failure
If the AC voltage to the Motor Drive Box is outside Seakeeper’s specified range (208 – 230 VAC),
the Motor Drive Box will briefly shut down for protection. The Motor Drive Box will continue
operation when the voltage returns to the specified range.
A brief fluctuation can happen when the generator is unable to regulate its output voltage,
particularly when a large AC load is switched on or off. A momentary AC failure also happens
during transition from shore power to ship’s power.
3.4
Alarms
The Seakeeper issues an alarm when it detects a malfunction that could cause damage or erratic
operation. When an alarm occurs, the Seakeeper will stop and an alarm message is shown on
the Display.
The alarm will not clear until the operator presses the RESET ALARM button and the alarm
condition is no longer present. The operator can then press the POWER button again to continue
Seakeeper operation.
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•
A view of a typical Alarm screen.
•
To reset the Alarm, press the RESET ALARM button
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3.5
Alarm and Warning History
The alarm history page on the Display shows the recent alarms and warnings. The alarms are in
chronological order starting with the most recent. Warnings included in the history page are for
issues that do not affect Seakeeper operation.
1) Press the MENU button
then select the alarm history screen.
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Section 4: MAINTENANCE
4.0
MAINTENANCE
The Seakeeper system is designed to require as little maintenance as possible. However, since
the system is comprised of mechanical and electrical components that operate in a marine
environment, some periodic inspections and maintenance are required. Seakeeper
recommends a regular inspection interval and Scheduled Maintenance to keep the Seakeeper
running trouble-free.
If the Seakeeper is installed in a wet space, efforts should be made to keep the Seakeeper free
of salt residue from either condensation or direct exposure to salt spray. If exposed, a regular
wipe down with mild soap and water with a rinse will help limit corrosion and keep the
Seakeeper assembly in good cosmetic condition. Refer to Service Bulletin 90106 for details.
If any components of the Seakeeper or its sub-systems will be exposed to environmental
temperatures where winterization is necessary for storage, reference Seakeeper service bulletin
90405.
The Seakeeper comes standard with sealant and thread locker on applicable fasteners. When
reinstalling all fasteners use thread locker and sealant unless otherwise specified.
4.1 REFERENCES
• Seakeeper 90025, Service Bulletin, Brake Bleeding
• Seakeeper 90026, Service Bulletin, Paint Information
• Seakeeper 90083, Service Bulletin, Gimbal Angle Sensor Replacement and Calibration
• Seakeeper 90106, Service Bulletin, Fresh Water Rinse Notice
• Seakeeper 90317, Service Bulletin, 12 Month 1000 Hr Scheduled Maintenance
• Seakeeper 90405, Service Bulletin, Seakeeper Winterization Process
4.2
PRECAUTIONS
•
Hydraulic Hand Pump Kit, Part No. 10384, is required for servicing the brake.
Pressure should NOT be relieved unless this tool is available.
4.3
PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS
Part No.
Description
Comments
10384
Hydraulic Hand Pump Kit
Required for all brake service tasks.
10685
Brake Bushing Replacement Tool Kit Contains tools used for changing bushings
10680
Foundation Bushing replacement Kit
Contains tools used for changing bushings
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4.4
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE
•
The following pages contain the scheduled maintenance table organized by systems:
Mechanical, Hydraulic, Cooling, and Electrical. Scheduled maintenance is not covered
under warranty.
SYSTEM / COMPONENT
TASK
INTERVAL
PARTS / SPECIAL TOOLS
Mechanical / Corrosion
Inspect unit for severely corroded
areas and clean and touch up with
paint. See Service Bulletin 90026.
12 Months or
1000 Hours
Awlgrip Paint Part Numbers:
Primer: S9001
Primer Converter: S3001
Top Coat, Snow White: F8063
Top Coat Converter: G3010
Hydraulic / Hoses
Check for cracks or chafing. If
chafing found, reposition hose to
provide clearance around hose. If
chafing is severe, replace hose.
Charge system per Service
Bulletin 90025.
12 Months or
1000 Hours
Hydraulic hand pump kit
Cooling / Zinc Anode
Replace zinc anode as needed.
Note the wear rate after each
check and adjust inspection
interval accordingly.
3 Months or
150 Hours
Replacement Zincs are
available from Seakeeper.
Cooling / Hoses
Check for cracks or chafing. If
damaged, replace hose. Fill
cooling system and purge air.
12 Months or
1000 Hours
Anti-freeze – 50/50 Ethylene
Glycol mix.
Cooling / Seawater side
Inspect heat exchanger for signs of
leaks.
3 Months or
150 Hours
Cooling / Seawater side
Fill with environmentally safe,
marine anti-freeze during winter or
periods of in-operation.
Winter
Electrical / Connectors
Inspect all connectors for
corrosion, replace if necessary.
12 Months or
1000 Hours
Electrical / Grounds
Inspect all ground points for
corrosion, clean as necessary, and
treat with corrosion inhibitor.
12 Months or
1000 Hours
Electrical / Gimbal Angle
Sensor
Check calibration of sensor. See
Service Bulletin 90083 for
instructions.
Only if Angle
Alarms occur
Electrical / Cables
Check all cables and wire harness
branches for cracks or chafing.
Take special attention to gimbal
shaft areas.
12 Months or
1000 Hours
Electrical / Power Input
Check for seal at cable glands.
12 Months or
1000 Hours
Electrical / Motor Power
Check integrity of motor power
cable jacket.
12 Months or
1000 Hours
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SYSTEM / COMPONENT
TASK
INTERVAL
PARTS / SPECIAL TOOLS
Mechanical / Hydraulic
Brake
Replace brake bushings,
hydraulic accumulators, and
check valves
Inspect at 12
Months or 1000
Hours – Replace
as needed or at
2000 Hours
Hydraulic hand pump kit,
Brake bushing replacement
tool kit, Hydraulic brake
parts kit
Mechanical / Hydraulic
Brake
Flush Hydraulic Oil
12 Months or
1000 Hours
Hydraulic Hand Pump Kit
Oil: AW46
Mechanical / Foundation
Inspect all four mounts on
Seakeeper foundation frame
for excess wear and play in
operation – contact
Seakeeper service if any slop
in pin joint is detected.
12 Months or
1000 Hours
Cooling / System
Cooling system flush
12 Months or
1000 Hours
Fill reservoir, antifreeze –
50/50 Ethylene Glycol mix
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Section 5: WARRANTY
5.0
WARRANTY, LIMITATION OF LIABILITY, PROPERTY RIGHTS
5.1
WARRANTY
The complete Seakeeper warranty details may be found on the
Seakeeper website www.seakeeper.com
Seakeeper Standard Models:
Seakeeper warrants that the Goods sold hereunder are free from defects in material and
workmanship. This warranty is for the following period, whichever occurs first:
a. 36 months from the date of shipment from SEAKEEPER factory
b. 24 months from date the product put into service, which shall conclusively be presumed
to be the date of sale of a vessel, on which a SEAKEEPER product is installed, to a
retail customer or date put into service on an existing vessel (refit).
c. Or, 2000 (two thousand) hours of use, subject to verification and confirmation by
SEAKEEPER, INC.
Seakeeper Heavy Duty Models:
Seakeeper warrants that the Goods sold hereunder are free from defects in material and
workmanship. This warranty is for the following period, whichever occurs first:
MAJOR COMPONENTS (SPHERE):
a. 48 months (4 years) from date the product put into service, which shall conclusively be
presumed to be the date of sale of a vessel, on which a SEAKEEPER, INC., product is
installed, to a retail customer or date put into service on an existing vessel (refit).
b. Or, 4000 (Four thousand) operating SEA hours, subject to verification and confirmation by
SEAKEEPER, INC.,
ALL OTHER COMPONENTS
a. 24 months (2 years) from date the product put into service, which shall conclusively be
presumed to be the date of sale of a vessel, on which a SEAKEEPER, INC., product is
installed, to a retail customer or date put into service on an existing vessel (refit).
b. Or, 2000 (two thousand) hours of use, subject to verification and confirmation by
SEAKEEPER, INC.
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Section 5: WARRANTY
All Seakeeper models:
This warranty does not cover normal wear of the following components or the costs associated with
maintenance, repair, or replacement:
a. Surface Corrosion (Cosmetic) on any component due to exposure
b. Heat exchanger
c. Zinc Anodes
d. Brake Bushings
e. Isolation Bushings
f.
Normal preventive and scheduled maintenance and component
inspections/replacements as specified in the SEAKEEPER, INC., Operation
Manuals and any other Maintenance Schedule documentation.
This express warranty is in lieu of and excludes: ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE (WHETHER KNOWN TO
SELLER OR NOT), AND ALL OTHER SUCH WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMED BY SELLER AND WAIVED BY CUSTOMER/END USER. SEAKEEPER, INC.
SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE TO ANY SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY OR OTHER
OBLIGATION ARISING OUT OF THE SALE OF THE PRODUCTS, OR FROM THE USE OF
THE PRODUCTS OR ANY INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS.
Written notice of claimed defects shall have been given to Seakeeper within the Warranty Period,
and within thirty (30) days from the date any such defect is first discovered. The Goods or parts
claimed to be defective must be returned to Seakeeper, accompanied by a Return Authorization
(RA) issued by Seakeeper's facility responsible for supplying Goods, with transportation prepaid
by Buyer/User, with written specifications of the claimed defect.
If a warranty claim is valid, SEAKEEPER, INC. will repair or replace the Product, or part of the
Product, proven to be defective, at its sole discretion, in a timeframe provided by SEAKEEPER,
INC., on a reasonable best effort basis.
Under no circumstances shall Seakeeper be liable for removal of Seakeeper's Goods from
Buyer's/User’s equipment or re-installation into Buyer's/User’s equipment. No person including
any agent, distributor, or representative of Seakeeper is authorized to make any representation
or warranty on behalf of Seakeeper concerning any Goods manufactured by Seakeeper.
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5.2
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY, SEAKEEPER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS ARISING OUT OF THE PERFORMANCE, DELAYED
PERFORMANCE OR BREACH OF PERFORMANCE OF THIS ORDER REGARDLESS
WHETHER SUCH LIABILITY BE CLAIMED IN CONTRACT, EQUITY, TORT OR OTHERWISE.
SEAKEEPER'S OBLIGATION IS LIMITED SOLELY TO REPAIRING OR REPLACING (AT ITS
OPTION AND AS SET FORTH IN SECTION 5), AT ITS APPROVED REPAIR FACILITY, ANY
GOODS OR PARTS WHICH PROVE TO SEAKEEPER'S SATISFACTION TO BE DEFECTIVE
AS A RESULT OF DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP, IN ACCORDANCE WITH
SEAKEEPER'S STATED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL SEAKEEPER'S LIABILITY
EXCEED THE TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE SET FORTH IN THIS ORDER.
5.3
PROPERTY RIGHTS
Except where otherwise expressly agreed, all patterns, tools, jigs and fixtures, drawings, designs,
software and other materials and data developed, fabricated by Seakeeper shall be and shall
remain Seakeeper's property. Except as specifically provided for in the order, Buyer shall have
no right in any technical data, Intellectual Property Rights, and computer software associated with
the order. Buyer shall not use or permit the use of the Goods that in any way could result in the
disclosure of Seakeeper's proprietary information.
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Section 6: SEAKEEPER SPECIFICATIONS
Seakeeper 26 / 20HD Specifications & Summary
Seakeeper 26
Seakeeper 20HD
Rated RPM
5,000 RPM
3,850 RPM
Angular Momentum at Rated RPM 26,000 N-M-S
20,000 N-M-S
Anti-Rolling Torque at Rated RPM
56,000 N-M
43,076 N-M
Spool-up Time to Rated Speed
(5000 RPM)
90 minutes (5,000 RPM)
70 minutes (3,850 RPM)
Spool-up Time to Stabilization
(4250 RPM)
70 minutes (4,250 RPM)
50 minutes (3,100 RPM)
Spool-up Power
AC Motor
DC Motor
3,000 Watts Max
240 Watts
3,000 Watts Max
240 Watts
Operating Power
AC Motor (Sea state dependent)
DC Control
1,000-3,000 Watts
240 Watts
1,000-3,000 Watts
240 Watts
Voltage
AC Input
DC Input
208-230 VAC (±10%), 50/60 Hz,
Single Phase
24 VDC @ 10 Amps
208-230 VAC (±10%), 50/60 Hz,
Single Phase
24 VDC @ 10 Amps
Sea Water Supply to Heat
Exchanger
30 LPM (8 GPM) maximum
15 LPM (4 GPM) minimum
30 LPM (8 GPM) maximum
15 LPM (4 GPM) minimum
Ambient Air Temperature
0˚ - 60˚ C (32˚ - 140˚ F)
0˚ - 60˚ C (32˚ - 140˚ F)
Weight
1431 kg. (3,155 lbs.) bolt-in
installation
1431 kg. (3,155 lbs.) bolt-in
installation
Envelope Dimensions
1.34 L x 1.42 W x 1.03 H (meters)
52.7 L x 55.9 W x 40.4 H (inches)
1.34 L x 1.42 W x 1.03 H (meters)
52.7 L x 55.9 W x 40.4 H (inches)
Noise Output
At full operating RPM, steady
state noise measured in the
factory at a 1 meter distance
measures 72-74 dBC (sound
levels may be higher during spool-
up).
At full operating RPM, steady
state noise measured in the
factory at a 1 meter distance
measures 72-74 dBC (sound
levels may be higher during
spool-up).
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Arrangement
The Seakeeper 26 consists of the Flywheel, Enclosure, Foundation, Electronics, Brake, Cooling,
and Cover Subsystems.
Installation Location
The Seakeeper is a torque device and does not have to be installed in a specific hull location or
on the centerline. However, the Seakeeper should not be installed forward of the longitudinal
center of gravity in a planing vessel.
Mounting Dimensions
See Seakeeper Drawing 90271 for bolt-in installation details.
See Seakeeper Drawing 90272 for bond-in installation details.
Loads
The installer is responsible for designing the foundation to which the Seakeeper is attached and
for ensuring that this foundation can safely transfer the concentrated Seakeeper loads from the
frame to the adjacent hull structure. Loads that the Seakeeper imposes on the hull structure are
explained on Seakeeper Drawings 90271 and 90272; these loads do NOT include vessel motion
accelerations, such as vertical slam loads which can be high for higher speed vessels.
Cooling
The Seakeeper bearings, Motor Drive Box, and hydraulic manifold are cooled by a closed water
/ glycol mix cooling loop that incorporates a sea water heat exchanger. The installer is responsible
for providing 15 – 30 lpm (4 – 8 gpm) raw water at ambient sea temperature and 1.4 Bar (20 psi)
maximum pressure to the heat exchanger.
Electrical
The installer is responsible for supplying 208-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, single phase power on a 20A
service to the Motor Drive Box and 24 VDC @ 10A service to the Seakeeper Control System.
Separate circuit breakers should be used for each Motor Drive Box in multiple Seakeeper
installations. Similarly, separate circuit breakers should be used for each Seakeeper Control
System in multiple Seakeeper installations.
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Operator Controls
A Display with integrated Keypad is used to start, operate, monitor, and shutdown the Seakeeper.
Performance
Reduction of boat roll is a function of the boat’s displacement, transverse metacentric height
(GMT) and hull damping as well as the operating conditions (speed and heading with respect to
waves) and sea state. The Seakeeper controller regulates the active hydraulic brake to ensure
the Seakeeper’s anti-roll torque is maximized irrespective of hull characteristics or operating
conditions.
Alarm and Monitoring
Sensors, alarms, and shutdowns are provided to allow unattended operation. Sensors measure
Seakeeper and drive temperatures, vacuum pressure, gimbal angle, brake pressure, and ship
motion. The Seakeeper controller sends sensor values and alarm information to the display and
also locks the brake and shuts down the motor drive in the event of an alarm condition. Seakeeper
operating history during faults or alarms is recorded in the controller’s memory for subsequent
recall if service is needed.
Safety
The brake automatically locks the Seakeeper so it cannot generate excessive anti-rolling torque
loads in the event of a system fault or alarm, loss of electrical power or loss of brake pressure.
The brake can be locked from the Display or by shutting off AC and DC power at the supply
breakers.