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Fig. 30
Fig. 31
NB.
Access Dinghy generally recommends that the boat should be controlled using the same
method as the sailor's wheelchair is driven, utilising the sailor's most moveable and agile
part, whether it be a hand, foot, chin etc. We do not generally recommend sip and puff
control systems except in those circumstances where other systems are unsuitable. Sip and
Puff can use unnecessarily complicated electronics which are therefore more prone to fail-
ure, and add an unnecessary complication and expense as each sailor needs their own per-
sonal module to guard against spread of infection. Only in North America are sip and puff
systems widely used.
7.2 Mainsheet Only Switches (MO Switch). When the MO Switch is activated the jib sheet
winch circuit is de-latched, so that when the Primary Control Switch is worked, only the
Mainsheet winch responds. Press the MO Switch again and both main and jib sheet winches
will work in sync. A red light is on when the MO Switch is activated.
7.3 There are 3 types of MO Switches.
(a) Finger controlled (latched) press button. (fig 26—page 23)
(b) Magnetic reed switch (latched) activated by a magnet attached to finger,
cheek or other moving body part. (fig 28—page 23)
(c ) Sip or puff (latched) switch (fig 29—page 23)
NB. Latching means the winch stays on when the switch is activated and must be pressed
again to stop it. Momentary switches are only "on" while being activated.
8.
MAINTAINANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING.
8.1 We advise a club or owner to appoint a handy, practical volunteer to take charge of the
electrics, ideally someone with an electrical background
.
8.2 This equipment has to be serviced regularly if it is to remain serviceable and free of
corrosion. Prior to leaving our factory all terminals, plugs and corrodible parts were sprayed
with “Corrosion Guard”, a spray can of which is supplied. We advise you to spray exposed
battery terminals regularly, and inspect all the electrical components regularly, noting and
treating any signs of corrosion.
8.3 Do not allow any leads and plug ends to remain immersed in water. When batteries are
removed plug the blue battery lead into the dummy connector attached to the side of the
console starboard side close above the battery compartment.
