ComNav 1101 - Installation Guide; Installation Prerequisites and Warnings

ComNav 1101 Autopilot INSTALLATION 4 - 1
4. Installation
Technical Requirements
This subsection describes the technical requirements that should be
met before installation of the ComNav 1101 Autopilot System.
These include Steering System and Power Supply.
THE WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT MAY BE EXTENDED IF
INSTALLATION IS PERFORMED BY A COMNAV DEALER. REFER TO
THE WARRANTY SECTION OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE PROCEEDING
WITH INSTALLATION.
HAZARD WARNING !!!
- CAUTION: Extreme caution is advised when using tools powered
by alternating current (AC) from household type mains. Water is
an excellent conductor and can complete a path to ground through
a persons body, causing injury or death, if a tool malfunctions or
short circuits. Batter y powered tools are recommended. If AC
tools are used they must be plugged into a circuit which is
adequately protected in accordance with local electrical codes.
Steering System
- To obtain the best per formance from your Autopilot, your vessels
steering system must be in good working order. The hydraulic
system should be bled, and should be operating with minimal
play.
Power Supply
- For reliable and optimal operation of your Autopilot, your vessels
power supply system must have an adequately breakered DC
(direct current) power supply at a nominal voltage of either 12
volts or 24 volts. If the circuits are fused, a switch should also be
provided. Ensure that adequate wire sizes are used to handle
expected maximum currents.
Special Tools
- A 2.5mm (0.1) slotted screwdriver is required for tightening the
small terminals.
- Other general purpose items such as portable drill, pliers, wire cutters,
screwdrivers, wire, mounting bolts and wrenches will also be required.