Alarm/Warning Possible cause Recommended action
EVC Com error
Lost communication with EVC
system (Volvo IPS and similar).
• Check connection with EVC engine interface. For IPS, engine
must be running
EVC Override EVC override.
• If unintended warning, make sure override handle is not be-
ing activated by loose objects
High drive supply Supply voltage exceeds 35 V. • Check battery/charger condition
High drive temp
Drive electronic temperature
exceeds the set limit.
• Switch off autopilot and let the drive unit cool down
• Check for overload in drive unit/steering system
• Check that the autopilot computer specifications matches
the drive unit
• Check that the drive unit is appropriately dimensioned for
the boat and rudder size
High temperature
Excessive temperature in autopilot
computer (>80° C), possible long
term overload.
• Switch off autopilot
• Check for overload in drive unit/steering system
• Check that the autopilot computer specifications matches
drive unit
Low drive supply Low supply voltage.
• Check battery/charger condition
• Verify mains cable has correct gauge
No active autopilot control
unit
Autopilot computer has lost contact
with active control unit.
• Was active controller switched off/put to sleep?
• Take command with a different controller/remote
• Check connectors and cables
• Replace the control unit