Introduction

Twin Disc, Incorporated

Introduction

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The Twin Disc Incorporated product line of electronic Marine Control Systems provides remote operation of engine throttle and transmission engagement.

The model EC300 Marine Control System is designed for use with current

Electronic Throttle and/or Electric Shift propulsion systems used within the pleasure and work-boat markets. The EC300 Control has many special features which provide flexibility and adaptability for use with the vast majority of engine/ transmission combinations including options such as Engine Sync, Trolling,

Shaft Brake, Mechanical Actuator Output, Transmission Oil Pressure and Oil

Temperature Monitoring, and Helm Display.

The following installation instructions provide the necessary information on

Component Installation, Electrical Installation, and Configuration. Review the entire manual for the options specific to your application, and become familiar with all Customer Supplied materials and tools that may be required. In addition, while the manual is outlined for the general sequence of installation from setup through troubleshooting, a good understanding of all aspects of the installation will help make for a smoother installation process.

The installation procedure is as follows:

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Read and understand this manual. Contact the supplier of the system, your local Twin Disc Distributor, or the Twin Disc Incorporated website for help: http://www.twindisc.com

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Locate desired positions for Control Heads, Controls and general routing of interconnecting harnessing.

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Identify locations for vessel interconnections such as Ignition, Power

Wiring, Electronic Throttle, Electric Shift, Speed Sensing etc. The engine manual, transmission manual, and vessel wiring diagrams may be needed for reference.

Purchase/fabricate any necessary “Customer Supplied” items or tools.

Install system components.

Install harnessing and wiring.

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Inspect and compare the installation against this manual and applicable system drawings. Correct any discrepancies.

Record all component part numbers and serial numbers. Document all customer supplied and connected wiring. Include wire colors and location in document.

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Test the system. Complete any necessary troubleshooting and adjustments. (See configuration Manual)

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Sea trial the vessel.

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