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Chapter 5: Commissioning the Tiller Pilot
This chapter explains how to commission your tiller pilot after installation. This consists of a number of simple functional tests followed by a short sea trial.
5.1Functional tests
Switch on
1.Switch on the main power breaker.
2.The autopilot should beep and display the pilot number (ST1000 or ST2000).
3.Within 2 seconds, the display should show a flashing ‘C’ followed by the compass heading (for example, C 234). This shows the autopilot is active.
Note: If the tiller pilot does not beep or display the compass heading, please refer to the Fault Finding section (see page 28).
Operating sense
The operating sense defines the direction the tiller pilot will apply helm when a course change key is pressed or the boat goes off course. To check the operating sense:
1.Place the pushrod end over the tiller pin.
2.Press +10.
3.The helm should move to produce a turn to starboard.
5 Commissioning the Tiller Pilot
4.If the helm produces a turn to port, refer to the following instructions on reversing the operating sense.
