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Raymarine PowerPilot manual

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  • Page 1

    Distributed by Any reference to Raytheon or RTN in this manual should be interpreted as Raymarine. The names Raytheon and RTN are owned by the Raytheon Company.[...]

  • Page 2

    Installation & Operating Handbook Nautech Limiied, Anchorage Park, Portsmouth Hampshire, PO3 STO, England. Telephone (0705) 693611, Telex 86384 NAUTEC G.[...]

  • Page 3

    CONTENTS 1. General Description 1.1.1 Course Computer 1.1.2 Control Unit 1.1.3 Fluxgate Compass 1 .1.4 RuddepReference Transducer 1.1.5 Auxiliary Alarm 1 .1.6 Radio Navigation Interface 1.2 Hydraulic Drive Units 1.2.1 Type 0 Hydraulic Drive 1.2.2 Type 1 Hydraulic Drive 2. Installation 2.1 .l Course Computer 2.1.2 Control Units and Radio Navigation [...]

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    1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION Congratulations on choosing the Autohelm PowerPilot. It offers outstanding self steering capability for a wide range of modern powercraft equipped with hydraulic steering. The PowerPilot uses microprocessor based technology and easy to use control pads to give you total command under autopilot control without the need for con[...]

  • Page 5

    1.1.4 Rudder Reference Transducer The rudder reference transducer provides the course computer with a precise rudder position. It is mounted on a suitable base adjacent to the rudder stock. The interconnecting cable connects directly to the course computer connector unit. 213mm (8.37in) -1 82Smm (3.2%) 1.1.5 Auxiliary Alarm (Cat. No. 2035) The auto[...]

  • Page 6

    2. INSTALMTION WARNING professionally or alternatively professional The Autohelm PowerPilot requires correct advice be obtained if you intend to install installation if it is to provide accurate safe the system yourself. self steering. Whilst designed for simple The manufacturers can accept no installation we strongly recommend that liability for a[...]

  • Page 7

    l Thread the interconnect cable through the 17mm (518in) hole, peel off the backing from the pads (Fig. 5). l Press the unit onto the mounting surface maintaining pressure for 30 seconds to ensure a strong bond. The control unit interconnect cable is now ready for connection to the course computer (See 2.3). Where the control unit is to be mounted [...]

  • Page 8

    the rudder reference unit arm and tiller Fig. 9 arm. If it is more convenient, the rudder reference unit may be mounted upside down (label downwards), but if this is done, the red and green wires must be reversed in the connector unit. It is important to ensure that dimensions A and B (fig. 11) are the same at both points and that when the rudder i[...]

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    2.2 HYDRAULIC DRIVE UNIT General guidelines The hydraulic drive unit should be mounted clear of spray and the possibility of immersion in water. It should be located as near as possible to the hydraulic steering cylinder. It is important to bolt the hydraulic drive unit securely to a substantial member to avoid any possibility of vibration that cou[...]

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    . I 2.3 CABLING AND POWER SUPPLIES 2.3.1 Signal Cabling Cable interconnections between all sub system modules are shown schematically (in Figs 1 and 12). All peripheral units connect to the connector unit where they are permanently hard wired to colour coded connector blocks situated on a central printed circuit board (Fig. 19). The end face of the[...]

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    3. OPERATION The power supply must be led from the main distribution panel and protected by means of a 25 amp fuse or current overload trip switch. A separate 5 amp fuse must be fitted in the electronic power supply cable. Fig. 22 It is very important that both the electronic and heavy duty power supplies are isolated by a switch in the positive su[...]

  • Page 12

    3.2.3 Operating Mode indication and Course Display The operating mode of the autopilot is indicated by a flashing red LED, as summarised below:- OPERATING MODE STAND BY Autopilot switched on but not engaged LED FLASHING CODE )j y?J f$j AU-t-0 Autopilot engaged to steer compass heading MANUAL Hand held control power steering in operation ~~@j~fzJjj@[...]

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    left in this condition the rudder will eventually be driven hard over. If, however, the vessel were moving through the water, the progressive application of additional helm would eventually return the vessel to the correct course with the necessary standing helm applied. Return to course can be simulated by keying - 10 (to return to the current hea[...]

  • Page 14

    4.2 RUDDER CONTROL ADJUSTMENT The rudder control setting recommended on page 22 will provide stable control for initial sea trials. However, power craft can vary widely in their response to the helm and further adjustment of the rudder control setting may improve the Autohelm’s steering characteristics. An excessively high rudder control setting [...]

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    6. MAINTENANCE The autopilot is one of the most used and hardest working items of equipment on board, and therefore must receive its fair share of attention and routine maintenance. Regular inspection of the installation is recommended in the following areas where applicable. 1. Check that Hydraulic Steering systems are free from leaks and trapped [...]

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    8. WARRANTY, AFTER SALES SERVICE LIMITED WARRANTY Nautech or its appointed Distributors or Service Centres will, subject to the conditions below, rectify any failures in this product due to faulty manufacture which becomes apparent within twelve months of its purchase date. Equipment used in the country of purchase should be sent directly to the au[...]

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    9. SERUICECENTRES - UK,Eireand Channel Islands Greenham Marine Ltd Ponsmo;th Hdmphwe 0705 693611 PortsmouthlChichester Harbour Greenham Marine Ltd EmrwonhYacht Harbour Thaney Road Emsworth Hampshire 0243378314 Chlchesrer Marina Chichester vuest Surseex 0243 511070 Hamble Rlverl Southampton Water a K Electra Marine Ft,; ;;ard WaMsh Hampshire o4a9521[...]

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