Safety Information; Emc Conformance - Raymarine ST5000+ Owner's Handbook Manual

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Safety information

Passage making under autopilot control is an enjoyable experience that
can, if you are not careful, lead to the relaxation of the permanent
watch. A permanent watch MUST be maintained no matter how clear
the sea may appear to be.
Remember, a large ship can travel two miles in five minutes – just the
time it takes to make a cup of coffee.
The following rules should always be observed:
• Maintain a permanent watch and regularly check all around for other
• Maintain an accurate record of the vessel's position either by use of
• Maintain a continuous plot of position on a current chart. Ensure the
• Even when your autopilot is locked onto the desired Track using a
• Make sure that all members of crew are familiar with the procedures
Your Raymarine autopilot will add a new dimension to your boating
enjoyment. However, it is the responsibility of the skipper to ensure the
safety of the vessel at all times by careful observance of these basic
rules.

EMC conformance

All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best
industry standards for use in the leisure marine environment.
Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct
installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.
vessels and obstacles to navigation – no matter how clear the sea
may appear a dangerous situation can develop rapidly.
a radio navigation receiver or visual bearings.
locked autopilot heading steers you clear of all obstacles. Make
proper allowance for Tidal Set – the autopilot cannot!
radio navigation receiver, always maintain a log and make regular
positional plots. Radio navigation signals can produce significant
errors under some circumstances and the autopilot cannot detect this
situation.
to disengage the autopilot.
ST5000 Plus SailPilot Owner's Handbook