TMQ AP4 - Pre Sailing Dockside Tests

TMQ AP4 Autopilot (AP4S10) 43 of 62 Version 4.96 9/10/2017
7. Turn steering wheel fully clockwise and visually check that moving and
mechanical parts do not foul
8. Visually check that RFU arm has moved in the correct direction as
indicated on the RFU label or top.
9. Repeat step 7 & 8 for anti-clockwise wheel movement.
* Voltage is determined by drive voltage requirements. Ensure pump is the
correct voltage rating.
Pre Sailing Dockside Tests
1. Turn helm to mid ships position.
2. Turn on main power supply. Set MODE switch to SET
3. Check rudder limits – adjust only if necessary. See Rudder Limits on
page 45.
4. Determine vessel heading by a sighting on known heading or compass.
5. Align autopilot magnetic sensor until display reads known heading.
6. Select AUTO mode on control unit.
7. Check AUTO light comes on.
CAUTION: IF AUTOPILOT DRIVES HARD OVER,
IMMEDIATELY TURN CONTROL UNIT OFF.
Reverse motor drive wires at terminal strip on rear of autopilot
and repeat from Step 1.
8. Turn course knob 10 º to starboard.
9. Green steering light should come on.
10. Confirm that rudder moves to starboard.
11. Turn course knob back to centre, then 10 º to port.
12. Red steering light should come on.
13. Confirm that rudder moves to port.
14. Set MODE switch back to SET position.
Note: APART FROM INSTALLATION MODE, AT NO OTHER STAGE
SHOULD THE AUTOPILOT DRIVE THE RUDDER INTO THE
MECHANICAL STOPS. IF THIS IS ALLOWED TO HAPPEN, DAMAGE
TO THE AUTOPILOT MAY RESULT