Simrad AP26, AP27 manual Providing user training

Maintenance

•Try the Dodge and U-turn function.

•If a Non-Follow Up lever (or handheld remote) is connected, test change of modes and verify port and starboard steering commands of the lever.

•Set waypoints into each navigator connected to the system, and verify that the autopilot steers in NAV mode for each NAV source.

•If the boat is a sailboat use the WIND mode and try the autopilot at different settings of the apparent wind angle. Also try the WINDN(av) mode, optimized VMG and WCV when sailing (tacking) to a waypoint.

•Provide the owner with user training.

Providing user training

The user should be instructed in the "basic" operational functions, such as:

•Turning the system on and off

•Changing modes. Explain briefly what takes place in the different modes.

•Regaining manual control from any mode. Point out in what modes the helm is engaged by the autopilot (bypass/clutch).

•Taking command at an "inactive" station, if applicable.

•Using the lock mode, how to lock/unlock and how to shut the system down from a locked control unit, if applicable.

•Use of the Non-Follow-up and Follow-up steering modes and learning the difference between the two.

•Use of a Non-Follow-up and Follow-up controller, if connected.

•Changing course by rotary knob and buttons.

•Moving through the User Set-up Menu learning how to (and why to) change the settings.

•How to select alternative sources for heading (compass), navigation (GPS), chartplotter), speed, depth etc. if available.

•Locating compasses and knowing to keep magnetic items away.

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