Chapter 5: Commissioning the Tiller Pilot
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Chapter 5: Commissioning the Tiller Pilot
This chapter explains how to commission your tiller pilot after installation. This
consists of a number of simple functional tests followed by a short sea trial.
5.1 Functional tests
Switch on
1. Switch on the main power breaker.
2. The autopilot should beep and display the pilot number (ST1000 or ST2000).
3. Within 2 seconds, the display should show a flashing ‘C’ followed by the com-
pass heading (for example, C 234). This shows the autopilot is active.
Note:
If the tiller pilot does not beep or display the compass heading, please refer to the
Fault Finding section (see page 26).
Operating sense
The operating sense defines the direction the tiller pilot will apply helm when a
course change key is pressed or the boat goes off course. To check the operating
sense:
1. Place the pushrod end over the tiller pin.
2. Press
+10
.
3. The helm should move to produce a turn to starboard.
4. If the helm produces a turn to port, refer to the following instructions on
reversing the operating sense.
Reversing the operating sense
If necessary, reverse the operating sense can be reversed as follows:
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