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Maintenance on a long-term marina-bound vessel includes troubleshooting a seized steering cable on an OC tender equipped with a Zero Jet electric propulsion system.3:31 After the tender sat unused for four months, the steering tiller failed to actuate the steering bucket.5:05 Following manufacturer guidance, the owner disassembled the tiller connection, lubricated the stainless steel steering tube with an anti-seize lubricant, and manually cycled the mechanism to restore full range of motion.11:25 The process confirms that marine equipment requires regular operation to prevent mechanical seizure.12:01 Additionally, the crew recommissioned a Shanker water maker that had been pickled for storage.13:27 The process involved flushing the system with fresh water from the onboard tank and closing the depressurization valve to return the unit to operational status.16:33 This allows the crew to produce potable water, bypassing the need to rely on non-potable marina water supplies for daily tasks like dishwashing and showering.14:44

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