Raymarine ST4000+ - 5.1 Planning the Installation

34 ST4000+ Wheel & Tiller Autopilots: Owner’s Handbook
5 Installing the ST4000+
This chapter explain how to install and connect the components of
your autopilot system:
5.1 Planning the installation
Before you start installing the autopilot system, read this chapter.
thoroughly, with particular regard to the EMC installation guidelines.
• consider how you will run cables to and from each component
• avoid running cables through bilges where possible
• avoid running cables close to fluorescent lights, engines, radio
transmitting equipment etc.
Tools required and parts supplied
To install this autopilot system you will need the following items:
• tape measure (metric/imperial)
• pliers and cross-head/pozi-drive screwdriver
• drill and drill bits:
• 5 mm (
5
/
32
in) for surface mount control unit
• 3 mm (
1
/
8
in) for compass and rudder position sensor
• pencil, masking tape and center punch
• sandpaper/file to smooth cut edges
• for the control unit:
• jigsaw or 90 mm hole cutter (for the control unit aperture)
• SeaTalk cables (if required – see page 42)
• extra power cable (if required - see page 42)
• for the tiller drive only:
• two-part epoxy adhesive for tiller pin and mounting socket
• installation accessories (if required – see page 51)
• drill bits as required
• appropriate power cable (see page 58) for the tiller socket
• for the wheel drive only:
• spanner for the wheel nut
• washing-up liquid (to lubricate the spokes)
• hacksaw to cut the pedestal bracket
• 4 mm + 6 mm drill bits and 3 mm allen key (supplied)
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