The pump is self priming, we have also done ours recently, works like a charm. just make sure the pressure setting is not too high. Typically from previously having rainwater tank systems on the land,

You will Find all the information you require from the manufacturer below. We recently purchased maintenance kits for the bilge and fresh water pumps without difficulty and with excellent service. Fed

Hi crew, the rubber coupling between the TMD22a gearbox that also has the prop shaft pulley wheel installed and the propeller drive unit needs to be replaced on Tradewinds. Does anyone have informatio

I normally don't do this, but the following is a reply from ifm efector pty ltd here n Australia: Hi Barry Good to hear that the sensor is working, indeed you can connect that too since this sensor ca

Gary, you would be best to contact the manufacturer in Germany as I did for the information you require. I found the branch here in Australia extremely helpful. Best Regards, Barry & Robyn Tradewinds

Here is an update on the IB5076 sensor. Firstly, it IS available so the information previously advised on this site that it was not, is incorrect. Secondly, an alternative replacement is the IB5124. T

Hi Bill, I placed the order which was confirmed to the branch in Melbourne. This was confirmed in writing. I rang them today inquiring when I would receive the purchase. I was told the part was not in

Files->Chain Counter Information->IB5076.PDF Regards, Barry

I don't think that is correct Bill, I received a reply from the manufacturer who sent me a brochure of the part which I have uploaded in the Files folder "Chain Counter". I have placed an order and ha

John, I found the posts but none told me me what I wanted to know except to replace the unit Best Regards Barry & Robyn Tradewinds III SM 171 -- Email: seagasm@... Off Shore E-mail: vhn3361@sail

No, the chain counter is connected to a main power supply via a switch which turns on other electrics ie VHF radio, instruments etc. I discovered the LED on the sensor is not working but there is powe

Thank you Gary, hell that is great!! I will check that out tomorrow (it's dark now) Thank you again although "why didn't the manufacturer tell me that?" Brochure posted in the files folder. Best Regar

Bonjour Yves, Thankyou for your reply. actually, I also received a reply from the manufacturer who also sent me a PDF on the sensor. Steve Jensen-Schmidt from ifm efector pty ltd advised that the IB50

Hi Guys, This may have been covered before somewhere here but can anyone provide me with some information on how to diagnose problems associated with my chain counter not working. I have two zeros on

Hi everyone, I have the ST7000 rotary chain system installed and recently the electric motor failed during a trip from the Whitdsundays, north Qld here in Australia. Although I managed to have this re

Excellent, thank you. Best Regards Barry & Robyn Tradewinds III SM #171

Hi John, thank you for your reply.The good news is I located the problem, as simple as it was. The motor operates a planetary gear system, four cogs which the gear from the electric motor slots betwee

I too experienced a problem with my ST 7000 Autohelm. the electric motor is working but the cog that drives the chain is not turning. Is there an exploded view diagram or some parts diagram available

Pat, the engine is built by Perkins! I have the same engine and I found a decal on the engine block that said so. I also found a Perkins parts manual on the boat when I purchased her. When I spoke to

Hi Guys, I had a drama with the batteries on Tradewinds III and to cut a long story short, we cooked the shaft alternator through an attempt to charge the batteries while under power. We have had the