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The owners of the cruising catamaran Catalpa perform maintenance on their Raymarine hydraulic autopilot system while anchored near the Panama Canal.3:39 After identifying rusted hydraulic lines as a potential failure point, they replace the original hoses with new lines rated to 400 bar, sourced from a local hydraulic shop in Panama City for approximately $180.4:46 During the repair, they discover the hydraulic pump was installed incorrectly; it was mounted upside down and higher than the steering ram, causing air entrapment and cavitation.6:52 The crew remounts the pump in the correct orientation, lower than the ram, and bleeds the system to ensure proper operation.7:59 The vessel later transits 20 nautical miles from Chame to Vistamar Marina to collect mail and fuel, navigating significant swell at the fuel dock.10:52 The crew also addresses a dirty camera sensor using a dedicated cleaning kit.19:03 Proper installation according to the manufacturer's manual is essential for the longevity and quiet operation of hydraulic autopilot pumps.

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