What to do if Furuno Marine GPS System displays 'DRIVE UNIT IS OVERHEATED'?
If the Furuno Marine GPS System displays 'DRIVE UNIT IS OVERHEATED', it means that an 80°C temperature in the drive unit was detected. Check the drive unit system.
What to do if Furuno Marine GPS System shows 'RUDDER ANGLE ERROR'?
If the Furuno Marine GPS System shows 'RUDDER ANGLE ERROR', it means that the rudder angle sent from the rudder reference unit exceeded 55°. Check the drive motor, bypass valve/clutch.
What to do if Furuno Marine GPS System has instant power fail?
If you are experiencing an instant power failure with your Furuno Marine GPS System, press any key on the control unit.
What to do if Furuno Marine GPS System displays 'FU REMOTE CONTROLLER ERROR'?
If the Furuno Marine GPS System shows 'FU REMOTE CONTROLLER ERROR', it means that a command from the FU remote controller exceeded 55°. Check the remote controller connection.
What causes 'DEGRADATION OF NAV DATA QUALITY' on Furuno Marine GPS System?
If the Furuno Marine GPS System displays 'DEGRADATION OF NAV DATA QUALITY', it means the navigation data was incomplete. Check the navigator settings.
General| Brand | Furuno |
|---|---|
| Model | NAVpilot-500 |
| Category | Autopilot System |
| Language | English |
Warning to avoid opening equipment without proper expertise and qualified personnel.
Cautionary advice on course changing speed, autopilot use situations, and manual steering.
Advice regarding power failure and correct fuse usage for equipment safety.
Explanation of how the autopilot maintains course using a proportional rate system.
Description of the function of each key and the enter knob on the control unit.
Procedure for powering up the unit, startup sequence, and powering down.
Explanation of the different screen display types available on the unit.
Manual steering mode, used when leaving a harbor.
Using AUTO mode for automatic steering on a set course, including course adjustment.
Enabling and using the ADVANCED AUTO mode for track maintenance with navaid input.
Starting and using NAV mode for navigating to a waypoint with plotter guidance.
Connecting and using optional remote controllers for operating the autopilot.
Using different types of remote controllers for manual steering modes.
Initiating and using the DODGE mode for quick helm control to avoid obstructions.
How to activate and use the DODGE mode while in AUTO or NAV steering modes.
Configuring various operational parameters for the autopilot, including Sea State selection.
Accessing and setting up various audio and visual alarms for different conditions.
Regular maintenance tasks for the control unit and LCD to ensure optimal performance.
Information on replacing the fuse in the processor unit for fault correction.
Procedures for accessing and running diagnostic tests on system components.
Checking rudder drive type, bypass/clutch, deadband, and speed.
Understanding various error messages and their corresponding remedies for troubleshooting.
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