{"product_id":"west-1991","title":"SeaStar Helm Filler Kit HA5438","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSeaStar HA5438 Helm Filler Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a hydraulic steering fill and purge tool used to make SeaStar helm filling and bleeding cleaner and easier. It connects a 1-quart bottle of SeaStar hydraulic steering fluid to the helm pump, allowing fluid to feed into the system during steering purge or bleed service. The kit includes the fill hose assembly and push pin used to vent the fluid bottle and start flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic steering helm filler kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeaStar part number: \u003cstrong\u003eHA5438\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU reference: \u003cstrong\u003eSTR-HA5438\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for SeaStar hydraulic steering fill and purge service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce spills during helm filling and steering bleed procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects to a 1-quart SeaStar hydraulic steering fluid bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHose threads directly into compatible SeaStar hydraulic helm pumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes fill tube \/ hose assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes push pin for venting the fluid bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with SeaStar hydraulic steering fluid reference \u003cstrong\u003eHA5430H\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight service tool for onboard or shop use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis filler kit is intended for compatible \u003cstrong\u003eSeaStar hydraulic steering helm pumps\u003c\/strong\u003e, including common outboard, inboard, and sterndrive hydraulic helm applications. It is used during steering-system filling, bleeding, and purging where the helm accepts the HA5438 fill hose connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the helm pump, fluid bottle type, and steering system before use. This kit is designed for SeaStar hydraulic steering service and should be used with the correct SeaStar steering fluid and the proper bleed procedure for the vessel's steering layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace the filler kit if the hose is cracked, hardened, leaking, kinked, contaminated, or if the threaded fittings no longer seal properly at the helm or fluid bottle. A damaged filler kit can introduce air, leak fluid, or make steering purge service messy and unreliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-fill the helm as required, attach the filler kit to the hydraulic steering fluid bottle, thread the hose into the helm fill port, and vent the bottle with the supplied push pin to start fluid flow. Follow the steering-system bleed procedure carefully and keep the bottle supplied with fluid so air is not drawn into the helm during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHA5438\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTR-HA5438\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeaStar HA5438\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeaStar Helm Filler Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeaStar Bottle Filler Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic Steering Bottle Filler Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelated fluid reference: \u003cstrong\u003eHA5430H\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of those small service tools that makes hydraulic steering work much cleaner. The key is keeping the helm fed with the correct fluid while bleeding the system, because letting the bottle run dry can pull air back into the steering and stretch out the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WEST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43564279758884,"sku":"STR-HA5438","price":38.7,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/83bb78b9-5aac-4e15-941e-ced5f84281fb.png?v=1778021806","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/west-1991","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}