Sleipner (Side-Power) Bow & Stern Thruster Troubleshooting Guide

[@martinbring5925]

One the best trouble-shooting videos I've ever seen. It made us find a faulty thermo switch. We were so close to buy a electronic interface until we found this. Well done!

[@PebcakSkeevPhelix]

Hi there! love the video and I want to test my joystick with the jumper example you show at 4:37 but I'm confused because the picture showing the red, blue, grey and black is not the same direction when you do the jump from red to blue. can you confirm? thanks!

[@DavidLariviere]

Thx for the troubleshooting , i need to change the temp switch

[@quintinperkins83]

How did you do that I'm working on one now

[@IbnNeo]

Fantastic video, but sadly i dont find a solution to my issue: I have a recent issue with my Stern/bow Side-power/Sleipner system. It went from working flawless, to not working. Scenario: When we used our bow truster, it kept running, and we could not stop it. Only way to stop it is by, disconnecting the "control relay #6 1229" or turning off main switch. Troubleshooting: After this situation, there was a smell of burned electronic. The 2x dual-joysticks cant be enabled(gets 24vdc) The motor solenoid "DC182-662L" we can only manual enable one way, the other do nothing, but draws a lot of amps(sparking) *(this is ground controlled) *Motor sounds fine this one way Now when troubleshooting, we cant add "control relay #6 1229", then motor starts running. The "control relay #6 1229" enables both left/right run at same time(both outputs enable) for solenoid. For me it sounds like the "control relay #6 1229" for sure, but also the part of motor solenoid only running one way, is not ideal. Could Control relay have killed solenoid at its fall? Also i tried changing control relay from stern to bow, but these are not the same relays: Bow "control relay #6 1229" Stern ""control relay #6 1232i" Brg. From DK

[@tom_steiner]

Bless you for this video!!!

[@scootersanders6313]

Thanks for the troubleshooting. I have the problem with the panel not working. But it have voltage. Now i have to replace it! 🙂

[@thewildkids406]

Hi. What should the resistance readings be over the windings please? I.e A1 and A2 and D1 and D2. Thank you

[@hosey31]

Thanks for this.saved me hrs working out the fault

[@imtramarineproducts]

That's great news

[@scottjames1904]

My thruster is making a high pitched whining noise intermittently when using it in either direction. Seems to come and go but be there more often than not. It still works but it has never made this sound in 5 years of ownership. I’m not sure what to do if I should just buy another unit and swap the entire thing out. Please advise.

[@diversgoesdeeper]

Tank You with this Video i Fund my troubleshooting. Selonoid must reglementiert.

[@AdamChecketts074]

Outstanding info. What I didn't hear is anything about an over charge indication. The yellow and green lights on my converter/ charger are cycling (which from the manual indicates an over charge status). Why would this cause the thrusters to not even turn on?

[@imtramarineproducts]

We'd recommend you contact our service department [phone] so someone can help you troubleshoot over the phone and get into the specifics of the setup on your boat.

[@gokhanparlamis6383]

Did you solve the problem? I have the same problem. What should I check?

[@enver1986]

What about when sidepower se80 works with constant clicks in both direction and these clicks are followed by blinking light on the control panel in the same rhythm as the clicks. (Let's say 3 in a second). I have huge nee battery and new solenoid and distributor. Thanks!

[@G_Zero127]

Did you ever get a fix for that? I have the same problem solenoid constant rapid clicking when using joystick and even jumping it. New solenoid did not fix, I suspect its the relay(IPC control box)?

[@COREOO7]

Thanks you so much my friend

[@adriangartland2533]

Any advice regarding bow thruster fade?

[@imtramarineproducts]

Curious what you mean by fade? Not running at full power when held on for an extended period of time, or losing its overall power throughout the years? If the former, it would likely be related to battery power/voltage. If the latter, it could be worn carbon brushes within the motor, which wear down over time and can be replaced.

[@stephengreci]

What should you check if you are blowing the fuse in one direction?

[@imtramarineproducts]

This indicates increased resistance in that direction. Please reach out to Imtra customer service so we can assist you in confirming the source of the problem. Give us a call at 508-995-7000

[@jeffreyalan235]

My bow thruster just clicks but it is 10 years old .

[@enver1986]

Bad battery my friend

[@jetguy1205]

Have a little more energy next time you shoot a video