Simrad AUTOPILOT SYSTEM AP50 - Manual (Page 146)

Simrad AP50 Autopilot
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• 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 AP50 steers in NAV mode for each Nav.
source.
• Provide user training.
5.4 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.
• 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 in STANDBY,
AUTO, NAV, and WORK modes learning how to (and why
to) change the settings.
• Knowing the difference between normal parameters and
WORK parameters also including Nav. source and Compass
sensor selection, if applicable.
• Locating any compasses and knowing to keep all magnetic
items away.
• Locating the Mains circuit breaker.
• Knowing the different uses of thruster (Follow-up, Non-
Follow-up, and WORK modes).