How To Use This Manual - Simrad AP50 Operator's Manual

Simrad AP50 Autopilot

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Simrad has no responsibility for the incorrect installation or use
of the AP50 autopilot, so it is essential for the person in charge
of the installation to be familiar with the relevant requirements
as well as with the contents of this manual, which covers correct
installation and use.
The purpose of the Marine Equipment Directive is to enhance
safety at sea and to prevent marine pollution through the
uniform application of the relevant international instruments
relating to equipment listed in Annex A1.
As there are many interfacing requirements in the
standards/codes, integrated systems and integrated certification
lead to more efficient and effective management of safety,
environmental, issues and quality.
The Marine Equipment Directive also constitutes a part of the
International Safety Management (ISM) Code. The ISM Code
was included as a new chapter (IX) of SOLAS in 1994, and is
mandatory for: passenger ships not later than 1
oil tankers; chemical tankers; gas carriers; bulk carriers and
cargo high speed craft of 500 gross tonnage and upwards not
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later than 1 of July, 1998; and other cargo ships and mobile
offshore drilling units of 500 gross tonnage and upwards not
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later than 1 of July, 2002.
It is required that both the shipping company and ships shall be
certified by the Administration (the government of the state
whose flag the ship is entitled to fly), by an organization
recognized by the Administration or by the government of the
country acting on behalf of the Administration.
This manual is intended as a reference guide for operating the
Simrad AP50 autopilot and the optional auxiliary equipment.
Installation and configuration instructions are found in the
separate AP50 installation manuals P/N 20222469 (Standard
System) and P/N 20222410 (Plus System).
At the end of this manual, you will find an index and a glossary,
which will help you when studying the manual.
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of July, 1998;
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