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2.Select display illumination level 0 (LAMP 0) on any other SeaTalk instrument or autopilot control unit.
3.The tiller pilot should immediately respond by switching off its display illumination. If the illumination does not switch off, there is a cabling fault between the tiller pilot and the instruments or control unit.
5.2Initial sea trial
CAUTION:
Failure to carry out the sea trial may result in impaired autopilot performance on some compass headings.
When you have checked that the system is operating correctly, you must complete a short sea trial to calibrate the compass.
The tiller pilot has a
As supplied from the factory, the autopilot is calibrated to provide safe, stable control for most boats.
•Do not attempt to make any permanent changes to the recommended calibration values until you have completed the sea trial.
•You must carry out the initial sea trial in conditions of light wind and calm water – so you can assess the autopilot’s performance without the influence of strong winds or large waves.
