4.5.6 Automatic pilot (autopilot)

The operation modes of the autopilot are following:

AUTO (automatic control of the current heading as set course);
NO DRIFT (advanced control of bow heading, cancelling the effects of wind, tides and rolling);
NAV (track control);
STBY (yacht control by means of the steering wheel).
FOLLOW-UP (it is possible to use the onboard and starboard buttons on the controller).
NOT FOLLOW-UP (it is possible to turn the rotating knob and adjust the set rudder angle).

The autopilot functions are checked by simply pressing the keys.

NOTE

For further information on use and maintenance, please refer to the manufacturer’s manual.

DANGER

When navigating with the autopilot enabled and if there is an obstacle in front of the yacht’s bow, the best thing to do is is to switch the device to standby mode in order to definitively take control of the yacht. Once having bypassed the obstacle the device can be switched on by setting the track again.

WARNING

This instrument has been designed in order to offer the maximum precision and reliability; anyway its performance can be influenced by many factors. For this reason we recommend its use only as an help to navigation.
A careful and continuous monitoring has always to be kept also under the best navigation and sea conditions.

MAINTENANCE

At least once a week check the correct operation.
At least once every six months check all connections.
When necessary have it calibrated.

AP48 USER MANUAL