INSTALLATION MANUAL

Rolls-Royce Rudders
Type: FS
Yard and hull no.
Unit no.

:XXXX XXX
:XXXX/XX

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1

INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................... 2

1.1
1.2
1.3

Purpose .............................................................................................................................2
Warranty ............................................................................................................................2
Abbreviations .....................................................................................................................2

SAFETY ................................................................................................... 3

2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5

General statement .............................................................................................................3

Declaration of conformity...................................................................................................4
Safety Annotations ............................................................................................................4
Safety instructions .............................................................................................................5
Marking of rudder parts .....................................................................................................6

TECHNICAL DATA .................................................................................. 7

3.1
3.2

Recommendations ............................................................................................................8
Bolt torques .......................................................................................................................9

HANDLING AND PRESERVATION ....................................................... 10

4.1
4.2

Delivery check .................................................................................................................10

Storage ............................................................................................................................10

FS RUDDER INSTALLATION ............................................................... 11

5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
5.8
5.9

Clearance and wearing ...................................................................................................11

Installation of rudder trunk ...............................................................................................12
Installation of rudder ........................................................................................................14
Locking of hydraulic nut...................................................................................................21
Rudder hinge ...................................................................................................................22
Cathodic protection .........................................................................................................24
Painting and preservation................................................................................................24
Hatch in rudder blade ......................................................................................................25
Lubrication in trunk ..........................................................................................................26

CONTACT INFORMATION .................................................................... 28

6.1
6.2

Ordering spare parts .......................................................................................................28

Preservation ....................................................................................................................28

FINAL INSPECTION AND TEST PROCEDURE ................................... 29

7.1
7.2
7.3

Function test ....................................................................................................................29

Precautions before launching ..........................................................................................29
Completion ......................................................................................................................29

DOCUMENTS, DRAWINGS AND DATASHEETS ................................. 30

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INTRODUCTION
1.1

Purpose

This manual provides the information necessary to plan, maintenance and install the delivered
system safely and correctly. It also enables you to verify the functionality of the equipment.
Also included are instructions for handling of the goods after they have been received at the yard. It
is important that the instructions be followed carefully to avoid problems during outfitting and
commissioning. Furthermore, this manual shall provide instructions for all activities necessary for
preparing the commissioning.
Note!
Installation and user manual is based on the same template. Installation manual reference to asplanned documentation and user manual to as-built documentation. It is customers responsibility
to transfer recorded values from installation to user manual.

1.2

Warranty

The product has a limited warranty. Please note that the warranty will be voided if the equipment is
misused or not handled in accordance with Rolls-Royce guidelines, i.e. dismantling of the
equipment to a more detailed level than described.

1.3

Abbreviations

Specific abbreviations are listed below:

Abbreviation

Description

Centigrade (temperature)

cSt

Centistokes (oil viscosity)

kg

Kilogram (weight)

mm

Millimetres (lengths and diameters)

WI

Work Instruction

IWS

In-water survey

Laser alignment tool

Centering Device

Neck Bearing

Plain Bearing (Rudder Stock bearing)

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SAFETY
Please take the time to read this chapter carefully, as it concerns your safety.

2.1

General statement

"UNDERTAKING ANY WORK ENVISAGED BY THIS DOCUMENT MAY EITHER DIRECTLY OR

INDIRECTLY CREATE RISKS TO:
[1] THE SAFETY AND HEALTH OF THE PERSON UNDERTAKING THE WORK OR,
[2] THE PRODUCT AND/OR ITS COMPONENTS WHILST THE WORK IS BEING UNDERTAKEN.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER TO ENSURE THAT APPROPRIATE CONTROLS
AND PRECAUTIONS ARE IDENTIFIED AND APPLIED IN RELATION TO THE WORK
ENVISAGED BY THIS DOCUMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH RELEVANT STATUTORY, LEGAL
AND INDUSTRY REQUIREMENTS TO PROTECT THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF THE
PERSONS UNDERTAKING THE WORK.
IT IS ALSO THE USERS RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT APPROPRIATE CONTROLS
AND PRECAUTIONS ARE IDENTIFIED AND APPLIED IN RELATION TO WORK ENVISAGED
BY THIS DOCUMENT TO PROTECT AGAINST RISKS TO THE ROLLS-ROYCE TUNNEL
THRUSTER AND/OR ITS COMPONENTS WHILST THE WORK IS BEING UNDERTAKEN.
NEITHER THIS DOCUMENT, NOR ITS USE, IN ANY WAY ABSOLVES THE USER FROM THEIR
RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT THE CONTROLS AND PRECAUTION REFERRED TO
ABOVE ARE IMPLEMENTED.
IF, WHILST UNDERTAKING ANY WORK ENVISAGED BY THIS DOCUMENT, YOU BECOME
AWARE OF ANY ROLLS-ROYCE MARINE PRODUCT DESIGN RELATED FEATURE WHICH
COULD CREATE RISK TO A PERSON UNDERTAKING WORK OR TO THE PRODUCT AND/OR
ITS COMPONENTS PLEASE CONTACT THE RESPECTIVE TECHNICAL PRODUCT MANAGER
AT ROLLS-ROYCE MARINE AS IMMEDIATELY."
It is the users responsibility to make all relevant hazard identifications and risk assessments of all
the activities associated with the use of this document.
It is the users responsibility to design and implement safe systems of work and to supply safe
equipment (including, without limitation, safety equipment) and training (including, without
limitation, health and safety training) to anyone using this document to work on products to which it
relates.
A user without the relevant experience of working in accordance with this document or with
products, or similar products, to which it relates, should seek appropriate advice to enable them to
identify the appropriate health and safety controls and precautions to protect against risks to the
product and/or its components whilst work is being undertaken. Technical assistance can be
sought from Rolls-Royce and will be subject to Rolls-Royces terms and conditions.

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2.2

Declaration of conformity

Rolls-Royce Rudders are designed and built according to classification standards.

2.3

Safety Annotations

All safety directions must be respected in order to avoid damage to personnel, environment and
equipment. In this manual the following annotations are used with belonging signification:
Warning
Indicates possibilities for hazards or unsafe practices, which COULD result in fatal
or severe personnel injuries or substantial product or property damage, if the
required precautions are not taken.

CAUTION!
Indicates possibilities for hazards or unsafe practices, which COULD result in minor personnel
injuries and/or property damage, if the required precautions are not taken.
Note
Draws attention to specific information of technical significance which might not be obvious to
specialist personnel, or points at important remarks in the procedures to follow.

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2.4
2.4.1

Safety instructions
During installation and maintenance
Warning

Never work alone when installing heavy components, even when using secure
lifting equipment such as lockable block and tackle. Most lifting devices
require at least two people, one to see to the lifting device and one to ensure
that the components do not get caught and damaged.

Using other hydraulic oil than specified may cause personal injury and
equipment damage.

Always wear protective goggles if there is a risk of splinters, grinding sparks

and splashes from acid or other chemicals. Your eyes are extremely sensitive
and an injury to them can result in you losing your sight.

Most chemicals intended for the product (engine and gearbox oils, glycol,
gasoline and diesel), or chemicals intended for the workshop (degreasing agent,
paints and solvents) are harmful to your health. Read the instructions on
packaging carefully! Always follow protective measures (using a protective mask,
goggles, gloves etc.). Make sure that other personnel are not unknowingly
exposed to harmful substances in the air that they breathe for example. Ensure
that ventilation is good. Deal with used and excess chemicals as directed.

Plan in advance so that you have enough room for safe installation and (future)
dismantling. Plan the compartments so that all service points are accessible.
Coming into contact with rotating components, hot surfaces or sharp edges
when servicing and inspecting the rudder system must not be possible.

Prior to welding, check that the electric system of the boat is disconnected.

Ensure that the warning or information decals on the product are always visible.
Replace decals that are damaged or painted over.

Take care of the hydraulic oil when replacing parts in the hydraulic system. Any
oil spillage, even a small one, will cause environmental damage. Used filter
elements and worn out hydraulic oil should be disposed safely.

If hydraulic oil disappears from the system and there is a risk that this oil is
polluting the seawater, the system must be immediately shut down and
inspected.

Do not use the Rolls-Royce Product Name if local rules do not permit this.

Use spare parts produced by Rolls-Royce Marine, or by a manufacturer

approved or licensed by them. Use of other than approved spare parts will void
the warranty and may result in system failure or reduced lifetime.

Caution!

Note!

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2.5

Marking of rudder parts

Main parts, including the Hydraulic Nut, are marked with classification certificate identification
number.

According to sketch above, the marking is found as following:

Rudder Blade: Starboard side of blade, in upper-front section

Rudder Trunk: Lower flange end.

Rudder Stock: On the top end

Hydraulic Nut: On the side of nut.

All numbers shall be identical with certificate or rudder numbers.

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TECHNICAL DATA
This chapter contains project specific data, and similar relevant information.
Application information
Rudder No

xx

Production Year

xx

Rudder Type

xx

Owner/Yard

xx

Name of Vessel/ Yard nos.

xx

Rudder System

xx

Rudder data
Rudder Area

xx m2

Chord Length

xx m

Height

xx m

Max. Rudder Angle

45o

Balance Ratio

41%

Profile Thickness

24%

Rudder coupling data

All necessary detail information about coupling data is to be found in the general assembly
drawing.

Rudder Trunk data

Amount of grease in trunk

xx litres

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3.1

Recommendations
Warning
Using oil/grease other than that specified by Rolls-Royce Marine may cause
malfunctions when manoeuvring the boat. This may cause personal injury and
equipment damage.

3.1.1

Recommended grease

Manufacturer

Type

NLGI-grade

Esso

Cazar K2

Mobil

Mobilgrease XHP222

Castrol

Spheerol SX2

Shell

Alvania EP(LF) 2

Texaco

Starplex EP 2

Texaco

Multifak EP2

BP

MP-MG2

Statoil

Chassis Grease Winter

3.1.2

Recommended liquid seals

Manufacturer
Permatex

Hylomar

Locktite

5922

Epple-Chemie

33

3.1.3

Type

Approved hydraulic oil for Hydraulic Nut and conical connection

Standard
ISO

Grade

VG 32-68
Viscosity at actual temperature should be between 20-75cSt.

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3.2

Bolt torques

QUALITY A4-80
Note!
Given figures are with no lubrication. If lubrication is used multiply with 0,84.
Size

Torque [Nm]

M10

47

M12

81

M16

197

M20

385

M24

681

M30

1310

Note!
Lock Washer to be used to secure the bolts, ref. the installation drawings.

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HANDLING AND PRESERVATION

4.1

Delivery check

Immediately upon arrival, the equipment packing must be inspected. If there are any complaints,
you must inform Rolls-Royce Marine as soon as possible.
Preservation used on all surfaces - not primed nor painted - is Cortec VCI-369. This is a corrosion
inhibitor prepared for temporary coating. The preservation needs only to be removed in contact
areas. It can easily be removed using soap and water or similar.

4.2

Storage

Preservation of components is prepared for transport and short storage only. Please check the
expiration date of this preservation on labels following the shipment. This is yellow stick-on labels
as shown below:

Storage days are counted as delivery date to first start-up.

During storage, it is important to protect the equipment against corrosion as well as moisture and
dust. At the shipyard, store all goods indoors. Temporary built shelters with good ventilation can be
used for some heavy components. All openings and pipes are to be sealed off at all times. Fill the
pipes with oil to inhibit rust. Preferably use oil specified by Rolls-Royce Marine.
Caution!

If Rudder System is delivered with electronic In-water survey (IWS). Make sure to protect
the electronic components and wires from moisture, heat and impact.

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FS RUDDER INSTALLATION
This chapter describes all relevant maintenance procedures and activities to be carried out by the
ships crew.
Please read through all installation procedures before commencing any work.

5.1

Clearance and wearing

Please refer to enclosed drawing, dwg SM3627.

Fig. no

Code

Design Clearance

Recommended
Operational
Clearance

Clearance Clearance, later

Mounting insp.

Min.
[mm]

Max.
[mm]

Min.
[mm]

Max.
[mm]

M1 1

0.8

1.07

0.6

3.0

Transverse: M1 2

0.8

1.07

0.6

3.0

M2 1

0.0

0.6

0.0

3.0

NA

M2 2

0.78

1.07

0.3

5.0

NA

M3 1

0.88

1.15

0.3

5.0

NA

M3 3

0.88

1.2

0.3

5.0

NA

Crosshead: M3 2

1.0

1.6

0.3

5.0

Date:

Date:

Fig. 1
Longitude:

Fig 2
Axial
bearing:
Radial
bearing:
Fig. 3
Upper
bearing:
Lower
bearing:

Document bearing clearances during first installation in the Clearance Mounting column.
Note!

We recommend replacement of bearings when maximum recommended

operational clearance is measured.

Minimum recommended operational clearance to be considered as minimum

clearance after completed installation.

Design clearance is information of stacked production tolerances.

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1. Use a dial gauge arranged to measure the movement between the rudder stock and the rudder
trunk to check neck bearing clearances [fig. 1].
2. Force the rudder in transverse direction by using a jack or hoist pulley.
3. Set point of zero.
4. Force the rudder in opposite direction.
5. Log the travel by reading of the dial gauge.
6. Repeat this operation in longitudinal direction.
Note!
It is important to install the dial gauge as close to the bearing as possible.
7. Make similar arrangements to measure rudder flap bearing clearances.
8. Record all measurements in the table above.

5.2

Installation of rudder trunk

The rudder trunk is delivered with the neck bearing installed, but without any other connected parts
assembled.
The vessel must be prepared with a hole in the steering gear deck according to the top plate or
upper pipe in the trunk, and a similar hole in the hull. The trunk is designed to fit the aft-ship
structure according to received drawing from yard or ship consultant. Find enclosed drawing for
Rudder Trunk Complete.
1. Lift the trunk into the vessel to correct height, and align the direction between the centreline of
the trunk and the centreline of the vessel. Do NOT exceed +/- 1.
2. Welding of trunk according to enclosed sketch Installation of trunk. Temperature Marking
Chocks should be used. High heat input may cause ovality and misalignment in the Neck
Bearing.
Warning
Heat around the neck bearing must NOT exceed 100 degrees!
3. Check horizontal and vertical alignment of the trunk after finished welding.
4. Check ovality in neck bearing and misalignment in trunk. Record findings in the table below:
Ovality

Abeam

Alongside

Abeam

Alongside

Top
Middle
Bottom

Misalignment

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5. Install lubrication pipes with fittings as shown on the illustration. The inlets in the end of the
pipes must be prepared for a grease-filling device, and we recommend a swans neck pipe in
the ventilation hole. Check that grease is penetrating through the inlets.

6. Clean the trunk inside after installation and paint fix with a two component zinc substantial
epoxy primer.
Note!
Make sure that the neck bearing and the grease inlets will not be painted!

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5.3

Installation of rudder

This procedure describes the entire process of installing the rudder.

5.3.1

Mounting of rudder blade

Note!
Before the seal housing is mounted, it is very important to:

Set the sealings with grease.

Apply liquid gasket on all flange connections and grease all O-Rings.

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Note!
For vessels with twin rudders, make sure that Rudder Stock is corresponding to correct Rudder
Blade. See chapter Marking of rudder parts
7. Fit Lip seals on the Rudder Stock against underside trunk. See drawing Rudder System for
reference.
8. Prepare the hull with brackets, according to sketch below.

9. Clean the cone surface in the Rudder Blade and Rudder Stock.
10. Mount the Seal Housing partly without tightening the screws. Remember to apply liquid gasket
on all flange connecting surfaces.
11. Mount the Locking Collar and related O-Ring on top of the Rudder Blade. Tighten the screws.
Remember to use lock washers and apply liquid gasket on all flange connecting surfaces and
grease O-Ring.
12. Lift the Rudder Blade using brackets welded to the hull, connected to shafts through the holes
in the blade or alternatively the ligting eyes welded to the rudder blade, ref. Shipping Data.
13. Lift the blade until the Rudder Stock is entering the hub.
Note!
Carefully clean and lubricate the threads on the Rudder Stock and the Hydraulic Nut before
mounting Hydraulic Nut on Rudder Stock.

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14. Lower the Rudder Stock into the Rudder Blade hub and mount the Hydraulic Nut and the
Thrust Washer.
15. Remove one of the two plugs for the P1 inlet and the P2 inlet.
16. Connect one pump to the P2 inlet and reach the P2 pre-pressure.
17. Connect one pump to the P1 inlet.
Note!
Use of one inlet is sufficient but then the other inlet is to be plugged.
18. Start pumping pressure in the P1 inlet, and continue increasing pressure in both P1 and P2
until the required pull-up length is reached. Use measure gauge. Pull-up length is found in
Rudder Coupling Data in the enclosed Rudder System drawings.
Note!
Hydraulic oil to be used: ALWAYS use oil that is suitable for hydraulic mounting.
Pump pressure and pull-up length should be recorded:
Rudder Coupling Control Sheet

1. time mounting

Later mountings

Max pressure, P1
Max pressure, P2
Pull-up length A
1 N/mm = 1 MPa = 10,2 kp/cm = 145 psi = 10 bar

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19. When correct position is reached, drain the pressure from P1 and disconnect oil hoses. Install
enclosed drain plugs.
20. Keep pressure in P2 for about 60 minutes after pressure in P1 is drained.
21. Disconnect oil hoses. Install enclosed drain plugs for P1 inlets.
22. Drain the P2 pressure in the nut.
23. Tighten the nut with approx. 500Nm.
24. Disconnect oil hoses. Install enclosed drain plugs for P2 inlet
25. Tighten screws for the Seal Housing on the Rudder Trunk.
26. Adjust height of Rudder Stock / Blade to reach the given jumping lock distance. (See Rudder
System drawing)

27. Install Hydraulic Nut Cover

28. Install the steering gear according to the manufacturers installations procedures.
Note!
The steering gear is to be centred to the trunk to avoid leakage in the rudder sealings. Maximum
accepted tolerance between centrelines is 1mm.

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5.3.2

Mounting of link mechanism

The link mechanism consists of three main parts:

Crosshead

Link support

Slide Rod.

After the Rudder Blade is installed, these parts shall be mounted as follows.
29. Crosshead with lower bearing is assembled to the trunk at delivery.
Note!
It is important to make sure that the crosshead is turned with the FWD mark in forward direction,
see below sketch and the installation drawings.

30. Turn the Rudder Blade 40 degrees.

31. Install the Slide Rod, through the Crosshead, to the rudder flap.
32. Finish installation using the procedure Slide Rod Installation

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5.3.3

Slide rod installation

The standard steps of our link mechanisms are divided in steps by Slide Rod diameter. The
following pull-up is to be used for the different steps:
Slide Rod diameter

Pull-up

<= 186

0,7 mm

186 < 226

1,0 mm

226 <

1,5 mm

The "pull-up" is defined as the length of further pull after the full mechanical contact between the
conical surfaces is achieved.
33. Clean both conical surfaces thoroughly.
34. Install the Slide Rod through the Fixture by use of crane - if necessary.
35. Install the washer and tighten the nut by spanner (hooked spanner), and make sure that
mechanical contact is achieved in the cone connection.
36. Support a hydraulic jack in the aft end of the fixture, and connect it to the center of the Slide
Rod by an adapted screw or nut.
37. Place a measuring gauge at the front end of the Slide Rod
38. Perform the "pull-up" according to the information given above - the fixture might be heated
(max. 50oC) to ease the operation.
39. Re-tighten the nut.
40. Lock the nut according to detail shown on the arrangement drawing.
41. Install the Thrust Washer and tighten the Lock Nut by spanner (hooked spanner) to 500Nm.
42. Lock the Lock Nut according to detail shown on the Rudder System drawing

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5.3.4

Dismounting of rudder blade

Note
First step for dismounting of Rudder Blade is disconnecting the link mechanism. Please perform
the mounting instruction sequence reverse.
Further the following procedure is to be performed.
43. Open both hatches in Rudder Blade and remove nut cover. Loosen the locking device
between Rudder Stock and nut.
44. Open the nut to the distance of the pull-up +2-3 mm.
45. Connect pump to the P2 inlet and reach the recorded P2 pressure from last mounting.
46. Connect a second pump to the P1 inlets and reach the recorded P1 pressure.
47. Discharge the P2 pressure and keep a pressure in P1.
48. The hub will now slide from the shaft taper and the cone coupling will be disconnected.
49. Remove plugs from holes in the Rudder Blade and insert shafts.
50. Connect these shafts to brackets in the hull with wires and tackles.
51. If rudder is delivered with Promas: Turn the rudder about 30, using the tackles, to avoid any
contact between bulb and hubcap.
52. Remove the nut and lower the Rudder Blade.

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5.4

Locking of hydraulic nut

After the Hydraulic Nut is tightened it must be secured. For this purpose a flat iron is connected
between the nut and lower end of the Rudder Stock.

Sketch above showing underside of the Hydraulic Nut. Flat bar to be connected to underside
Rudder Stock by welding (spec. on Rudder System).
Sketch is for guidance only, but by welding the length per weld (4 pcs.) on underside Rudder Stock
to be min. 20% of the thread diameter.
Welding between the flat bar and Hydraulic Nut must be full width of the Flat Bar.

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5.5

Rudder hinge

The rudder is delivered with the flap and main blade connected with a hinge. For disconnecting the
flap from the blade, the hinge has to be opened. See sketch and follow procedure below.

Pos.

Component

Upper hinge shaft

Radial bearing

Collar bearing

Collar support

End stopper

Lower hinge shaft

End stopper

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For dismounting the Hinge follow this procedure:

The flap can only be dismounted from the rudder, when the rudder is dismounted from the vessel.
53. The upper hinge-shaft can be pulled upwards using the radial holes after removing the spot
welded top plate.
54. To dismount the lower hinge-shaft lift hinge-shaft and end support 40-50 mm upwards.
55. Remove end support sideward.
56. Pull the hinge-shafts down using the radial holes.
57. The flap may now be pulled backwards.

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5.6

Cathodic protection

As for the hull itself, cathodic protection has to be performed also for the rudder blade. We
recommend 1kg anode per 1m2 of the rudder blade area, for two years operation. This is 0,5kg per
1m2 surface area.
Placing of anodes for a 16 m2 rudder:
Rudder blade:

10 pcs a 1kg anodes divided on both sides

Rudder flap:

6 pcs a 1 kg anodes divided on both sides

For this example, see recommendation of placing below:

The quantities will vary according to rudder blade area (b x h) and required
lifetime.
Note!
If the vessel has installed an impressed current system, make sure that the current is transmitted
also to the rudder stock and flap. An additional cathodic protection is not required, but should still
be considered.

5.7

Painting and preservation

Note
Visually inspect surfaces for scratches and damages. Repaint if necessary.
58. Sealing arrangement: Clean the Seal Housing and Jumping Collar after installation and paint
fix with a two component zinc substantial epoxy primer.
59. Slide Rod: Clean the Lock Nut, Thrust Washer, nut locking bar and Seal Ring after
installation and paint fix with a two component zinc substantial epoxy primer.
60. Hydraulic Nut: Wrap the Hydraulic Nut and thrust washer with protective oil paper, or clean
the Hydraulic Nut and thrust washer after installation and paint fix with a two component zinc
substantial epoxy primer.

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5.8

Hatch in rudder blade

Closing and opening of hatch according to illustration below. The hatches are a part of our delivery.

CAUTION!
Chamber must be carefully coated against seawater.
Pos.

Component

No welding

No wt. closing

Cover plate

Flat bar

Welded to cover plate

Welded to rubber plating

For dismounting, cut here.

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5.9

Lubrication in trunk

In the steering gear room it will now be one inlet (3) for lubrication of Neck Bearing, one inlet (2) for
first time filling and outlet (1).

5.9.1

Marking of inlets

Make sure marking of the inlets in the steering gear room is visible. This is to simplify and assure
future use. The marking should be near the inlet.

Pos.

Marking

Component

Ventilation

GF (Grease Filling)

Filling of Trunk

LPB (Lubrication Plain Bearing)

Neck Bearing

Note
Inlets to be marked as shown above.

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5.9.2

First time filling

Before first time filling of grease, make sure the inside of the trunk is sufficiently cleaned. Find
recommended grease types below.
Use a grease pump and carry out following procedure:
61. Make sure the ventilation on top (marked 1) is open.
62. Make sure the grease pipes are filled with grease
63. Connect grease pump to Neck Bearing inlet (marked 3) and fill 20-30 litre. Do not exceed 1
BAR pressure.
64. Plug the Neck Bearing inlet and connect grease pump to the Filling of trunk inlet (marked
2). Do not exceed 1 BAR pressure.
65. Fill until grease is leaking from the ventilation hole.
66. Plug the Filling of trunk inlet, and plug or mount a swans neck pipe in ventilation hole.
0.

Note
Make sure that the trunk is complete filled with grease as long as the rudder is mounted in the
vessel.

5.9.3

Automatic lubrication system

If an automatic lubrication system is delivered, an addition will be part of the manual regarding
technical information. A sketch for installation of this system is also added.
Note
When this device is installed, it is very important to fill all related pipes and hoses with grease. Do
not plug the ventilation (marked 1). We recommend installing a receiver for the overflow grease.
Periodically control of function is demanded.

5.9.4

Manual lubrication

Manually lubricate the Neck Bearing, approx once a week, by loosen the Ventilation plug and pump
grease through the Neck Bearing inlet (marked 3) until grease is leaking from the ventilation hole.
This also lubricates the lower and upper sealing arrangement.

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CONTACT INFORMATION
SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS
Country

Address
Rolls-Royce Marine Services
Deck machinery & Steering Systems
P.O. Box 1522

Norway

Telephone

Fax

+47 815 20 075

+47 70 20 87 00

24h service :
+47 911 85 818

N-6025 Aalesund
NORWAY
service.dmss@rolls-royce.com
http://www.rolls-royce.com

6.1

Ordering spare parts

When ordering spare parts, the following information must be given:

Rudder number, vessels name and owners name.

Shipping address and invoicing address.

Drawing Number, Position Number, Article Number (Art.no.) and Quantity.

Note!
Use spare parts produced by Rolls-Royce Marine, or by a manufacturer approved or licensed
by them. Use of other than approved spare parts will void the warranty and may result in
system failure or reduced lifetime.

6.2

Preservation

Spare parts should be kept in a dry and dust free environment.

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FINAL INSPECTION AND TEST PROCEDURE

7.1

Function test

Perform a controlled maximum manoeuvring of the rudder to both sides.

Rudder angle: 45
Note
The rudder has to be observed during this manoeuvre.

7.2

Precautions before launching

Inspect sealings for leakages.

For correct alignment, ensure that steering gear in 0 degree position gives rudder and flap 0
degrees.

If delivered with Promas Solution:

7.3

Make sure that Bulb centre and Hub-cap centre is aligned.

Make sure clearance (Ref. Rudder System draw.) between Bulb and Hub-cap is
correct.

Completion

Ensure that all bolts are tightened and that lock washers are used.

Ensure that plugs for oil inlets to cone connection are installed.

Ensure that cover for Hydraulic Nut is installed.

Ensure that rudder covers are installed.

Ensure that the lifting holes in Rudder Blade are plugged.

Visually inspect surfaces for scratches and damages. Repaint if necessary.

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DOCUMENTS, DRAWINGS AND DATASHEETS

The following documents should be used as reference.
Drawing/ document

Document number

Rudder System
Rudder Trunk
Rudder Assembly
Rudder blade & flap
Installation of Rudder Trunk

SM3760

Bearing Clearances

SM3627

Shipping Data
Nordlock Washer

Ds0008

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