Specifications

Chapter 7 – Emergency Procedures
Section B. Steering Casualty
B.1.
Symptom(s)
• Sluggish response or no response when wheel is turned to port or
starboard.
B.2. Actions
When partial or complete steering loss occurs, take the following action:
Step Action
1 Coxswain notify and direct the crew to investigate the casualty,
and reports status, cause and, if applicable, estimated time to
repair.
2 Notify the Operational Commander of the casualty.
3 Check for steering fluid in the starboard aft compartment and well
deck, around the helm pump, and adjacent to the transom near the
steering actuator.
WARNING
4 Ensure that all lines and fittings in the steering system are installed
and tight.
5 Report all findings to the coxswain.
Do not turn the wheel while crewmembers are inspecting the
steering system linkage.
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