Bow thruster propeller won't turn by hand

DocJoe

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Fluid Motion Model
C-242 C
Hull Identification Number
FMLT2302E819
Vessel Name
Bonus Round
MMSI Number
338469685
I have your TT140 bow thruster. Recently when moving the toggle control, the 200A fuse blows. I replaced the fuse, and blows again.

The propeller in the thruster tunnel cannot be turned by hand.

Is this indicative of a failed gear box on the thruster or a failed solenoid?

The TT140 is 4 years old and has alway worked great until recently.

I have downloaded and read the manuals, but did not see my specific question answered.

Thank you,

Joe Dixon
2019 Ranger Tug R-23
Washington, NC, USA
 
From what you are describing it sounds like the gear leg on the bow thruster has seized. You should be able to rotate the the prop in the tube by hand.

Jared
 
Thank you Jared. That helps me.
 
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