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Furuno FAP-55 - User Manual

Furuno FAP-55
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Summary

WARNING AND CAUTION

DO NOT USE AUTO;NAV MODES IN THE FOLLOWING CASES.

Specific conditions where AUTO/NAV modes should be avoided for safety.

Keep the following points in mind when sailing in the AUTO;NAV modes.

Important operational precautions for using AUTO/NAV modes safely.

1. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

4. OPERATING PROCEDURE

(1) Turning on the FAP-55

Instructions for powering on the FAP-55 unit and initial status.

(2) Selecting a SEA STATE

How to select the appropriate sea state setting for optimal performance.

(4) Heading for a destination by AUTO mode

Steps to set and follow a course to a destination using AUTO mode.

(5) Dodging other boat;object in the course

How to maneuver around obstacles while using the autopilot.

(7) Turning off the FAP-55

Instructions for safely shutting down the autopilot system.

How to use the NAV mode

Guide on utilizing the navigation mode for course plotting.

5. INITIAL SETTING OF STEERING CHARACTERISTICS

(1) Rudder Limit Angles & Remote Controller Connection

Setting rudder limits and connecting the remote controller.

(2) Selecting a SEA STATE

How to select the appropriate sea state setting for optimal performance.

6. MODIFYING STEERING CHARACTERISTICS

7. EXAMPLES OF AUTOPILOT NAVIGATION

AUTO Mode

Example scenario demonstrating AUTO mode operation.

AUTO Mode + NAV Mode

Example scenario showing combined AUTO and NAV mode usage.

8. ALARM and WARNINGS

Watch Alarm

Explanation of the watch alarm function and its notifications.

Warnings

General warnings and precautions for system operation.

MAINTENANCE (for operators;service technicians)

1. CHECK BEFORE SAILING

Pre-sailing checks to ensure proper autopilot functionality.

2. POWER-ON SELF-CHECK

Procedure for the automatic self-check upon system power-on.

3. SELF-CHECK PROGRAM

Detailed steps for executing the system's self-check program.

APPENDIX (for service technicians)

2. INSTALLATION

Guidelines and procedures for installing the autopilot components.

2. INSTALLATION

Installing the fluxgate heading sensor (FLUX-50)

Installing the rudder angle indicator (FAP-6500)

Tailoring DIP switches and jumpers

Tuning the processor unit

Jobs after the installation

CHECK BEFORE SAILING

Pre-sailing checks to ensure proper autopilot functionality.

INITIAL SETTING OF STEERING CHARACTERISTICS

Initial configuration of steering parameters for optimal boat control.

Furuno FAP-55 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAutopilot System
ModelFAP-55
Control MethodDigital
Operating Temperature-15°C to +55°C
VibrationIEC 60945
ShockIEC 60945
DisplayLCD
InterfaceNMEA 0183
Course DetectionMagnetic compass or GPS input
Power Supply12/24 VDC
Storage Temperature-20°C to +70°C
Steering ModesAuto
WeightControl Unit: Approx. 0.8 kg
Humidity95% RH or less at 40°C

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