540
AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT ON BOARD
Studio ti 03312 540-04usa
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The helm gear assy is located inside of the helm gear compartment and
is accessible from the stern cockpit, while the helm gear power unit is
located in the engineroom.
Near to the port rudder arm is
installed the autopilot sensor,
allowing assisted navigation by
means of the autopilot.
The power unit of the autopilot is
installed on the aft bulwark of the
engineroom; it consists of electric
motor with permanent magnets, of
a valve block with reversible pump,
of non-return valves and intake on
ports.
The pump is reversible because
the engine changes its revolution
direction according to the signals
received from the autopilot sensor.
Therefore, the pump delivers
hydraulic oil to the cylinder
chambers, according to autopilot indication.
NOTICES
Do not enter the helm gear compartment when the yacht is underway.
NOTICES
Do not remove the safety guards on the rudder coupling system.
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