Without Switching Off The Gyro Compass - Raytheon Standard 22 Compact Operator's Manual

3.1.4.2

Without switching off the gyro compass

The measure below does not compensate the planned replacement of the supporting
liquid!
In certain circumstances (if the level of the supporting liquid falls suddenly) you must
establish the cause (possibly a leak) and correct the fault.
If the level of supporting liquid is too low, the compass can be destroyed.
Immediate measure
Edition: February 2015
Operator Manual
Compass Standard 22
and
Standard 22 Compact
Caution!
It is strongly recommended to perform a service within the
next 6 months to check the compass.
Caution!
This measure is an exception to restore operation.
Caution!
Due to condition "4", we advice to arrange a service for a
routine check during the next port stay to be on safe side.
Caution!
This measurement must be performed very carefully and
ideally under calm sea conditions.
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