Removal and Replacement Instructions for the VideoRay Pro 4

Float Block Kit

FB-001-KIT-P4

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Online Manual

This Quick Start Guide is a subset of the full version of this manual, which is available on the Pro 4 control panel and online in the following formats:

  • Installed on the Pro 4 control panel at: _FB-001-KIT-P4_index for viewing the HMTL locally.

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How to Get Help

Help for your Pro 4 is available through several channels.

All Hours Self-Service / Crowd-Source Tools

Operator's Manuals and Standard Operating Procedureswww.videoray.com/support/manuals.html
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Float Block Kit Removal Overview

Skill level recommended: Novice

Total time required: Approximately 2 Minutes

Tools required:

  • None

The following components must be removed:

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Float Block Kit Removal Procedures

Time required for this step: Approximately 2 Minutes

Tools required for this step:

  • None

Parts involved in this step:

FB-001-KIT-P4 Float Block Kit

QuantityPart NumberPart Description
1VR-PRO4-06-0001Float Block Assembly - Filled (Pro 4)
191744A542Screw 1/4"-20 x 1" Thumb SS
192141A029Washer 1/4" x 0.05" Flat SS
2FB-PLG-ACC-KITFloat Block Assembly Insert Small

Steps

  1. Remove any accessories that are attached to the float block.

  2. Remove the 1/4-20 X 1-1/4 inch thumb screw and 1/4 inch washer.

  3. Lift the float block off of the ROV.

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Float Block Kit Replacement Overview

Skill level recommended: Novice

Total time required: Approximately 2 Minutes

Tools required:

  • None

The following components must be replaced:

Pro 4
Maintenance Manual, Advanced 2.00.00

Float Block Kit Replacement Procedures

Time required for this step: Approximately 2 Minutes

Tools required for this step:

  • None

Parts involved in this step:

FB-001-KIT-P4 Float Block Kit

QuantityPart NumberPart Description
1VR-PRO4-06-0001Float Block Assembly - Filled (Pro 4)
191744A542Screw 1/4"-20 x 1" Thumb SS
192141A029Washer 1/4" x 0.05" Flat SS
2FB-PLG-ACC-KITFloat Block Assembly Insert Small

Steps

  1. Orient the float block on top of the ROV and align the large through-hole in the float block with the thruster and the small hole with the termination block stud.

  2. Place the float block in position on the ROV.

  3. Secure the float block with the 1/4-20 X 1-1/4 inch float block retaining screw and 1/4 inch washer.

Tip

If accessories are to be attached to the ROV accessory port, it might be easier to connect them to the accessory port before the float block is replaced.