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autoanchor 550 (v1.7) Installation Instructions
Note: The Feet/Metres
Indicator pulses when the
sensor is operating
Check that the following parts are included in the kit (#9050):
1 x AA550 Console Unit
1 x Motor Load Sensor Terminator Pack containing 2 terminator connectors (1 x brown and 1 x white)
1 Console Fastening Kit (3 bolts, 3 nuts and 3 grommets) (#9017)
Wiring Diagrams
1 x Operation Manual
Templates for AA550 Console, Sensor and Magnet Fitting
1 Grey Sensor (# 9051)
Magnets: 10mm x 8mm (# 9061), 8mm x 6mm (# 9052), 6mm x 4mm(#9009).
Read THIS MaNUaL COMPLeTeLY BeFORe STaRTINg INSTaLLaTION
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The AA550 is both a chaincounter and a windlass control. It must be installed as an integral part of the windlass
control system. It is not just an electronic monitoring instrument.
2
The AA550 should only be installed by a qualified marine electrician. Do not attempt to install the AA550 unless
you are suitably qualified.
3
The AA550 can be fitted to most vertical windlasses. Fitting to a horizontal windlass is more difficult and in some
cases is not possible. Check with your supplier or the AutoAnchor manufacturer. Your horizontal windlass may
require a sensor holder or a custom designed sensor which is not included in the standard pack.
4
The AA550 must be fitted to a windlass with a dual direction control box or solenoid pack.
5
Information for installation and operation of the AA550 is supplied. The documentation includes:
Installation instructions, windlass selection list, wiring diagrams, templates and the operation manual which contains
the calibration and testing procedures. All instructions should be left on board for the owner.
6
Non compliance with the instructions in the documentation could impair the windlass and the AA550 operation,
and could result in personal injury and/or damage to the boat.
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Non compliance with the instructions will negate the manufacturer's warranty.
8
The AA550 manufacturer and supplier accept no liability for personal injury or property damage resulting from
failure to follow the installation instructions or the use of the AA550 in a way that may cause accidents or damage or
that may violate the law.
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All the technical and cable specifications must be checked and adhered to.
10
Wiring diagrams must be followed without modification.
11
Installation is not complete until the AA550 has been calibrated to comply with the boat's windlass and rode and
then tested in a safe environment. Refer to the Operation Manual Part 2 for calibration and testing instructions.
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All installations must be carried out in accordance with USCG, ABYC, NMMA and BMEA requirements.
Important Note Re Sensor
The AA550 is a unique windlass controller and rode counter. It provides an accurate count even when using a rope/chain rode.
When fitted to a rope/chain windlass, using the custom designed AA electronic sensor, the AA550:
- registers when the rode changes from chain to rope and
- allows for stretch in the rope when measuring the length of rode deployed
The aa550 will only work using the custom designed, grey, aa solid state, hall effect sensor (#9051) supplied in the kit.
To the best of our knowledge the information in these instructions was correct at the time of printing. However, the AutoAnchor products are continuously being reviewed
and improved and product specifications may be changed without notice. The latest product specifications may not be reflected in this version of the instructions. The
documentation relating to the AutoAnchor products is created in the English language and may be translated from English to another language. In the event of any conflict
between translated documents, the English language version will be the official version.
AA550
Feet
57.7
Ft
Indicator
Metres
Mt
Indicator
Up
Down
Up
Down
Display Screen
AA550 Console Unit
Mode
On/Off
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- Page 1 All the technical and cable specifications must be checked and adhered to. Wiring diagrams must be followed without modification. Installation is not complete until the AA550 has been calibrated to comply with the boat’s windlass and rode and then tested in a safe environment. Refer to the Operation Manual Part 2 for calibration and testing instructions. All installations must be carried out in accordance with USCG, ABYC, NMMA and BMEA requirements. Important Note Re Sensor The AA550 is a unique windlass controller and rode counter. It provides an accurate count even when using a rope/chain rode. When fitted to a rope/chain windlass, using the custom designed AA electronic sensor, the AA550: - registers when the rode changes from chain to rope and - allows for stretch in the rope when measuring the length of rode deployed The aa550 will only work using the custom designed, grey, aa solid state, hall effect sensor (#9051) supplied in the kit. To the best of our knowledge the information in these instructions was correct at the time of printing. However, the AutoAnchor products are continuously being reviewed and improved and product specifications may be changed without notice. The latest product specifications may not be reflected in this version of the instructions. The documentation relating to the AutoAnchor products is created in the English language and may be translated from English to another language. In the event of any conflict between translated documents, the English language version will be the official version.
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Page 2: Electromagnetic Compatability (Emc)
If counting rope/chain, you must have a minimum of 10ft of galvanised steel chain on your rode. Sensor Installation for Vertical Windlasses Using Rope/Chain Rode The aa550 must be fitted using the custom designed electronic sensor supplied in the kit. It will not work with any other sensor. The sensor is fitted into the windlass deckplate. - Page 3 Cover the magnet with a minimum of 1mm of epoxy to seal it from salt water. Failure to do this will impair the magnet’s durability. Magnet Magnet Chainwheel Spoke Chainwheel Spoke Sensor Fig 4 Magnet & Sensor Position Fig 3 Magnet & Sensor Position FITTINg THe aa550 TO a VeRTICaL WINdLaSS WITH aN aLL-CHaIN ROde The fit described above for rope/chain rode can also be used for all-chain rode, but it may be easier to fit the magnet in the bottom of the chainwheel as set out below. Sensor Installation for Vertical Windlasses Using all-Chain Rode If the windlass is not factory drilled, or prefitted with a sensor, you will need to drill a hole 13/32” (10.3mm) diameter through the windlass deckplate. The sensor position range (described above for rope/chain windlasses) is not relevant if the magnet is fitted in the bottom of the chainwheel. The sensor hole can be drilled anywhere on the deckplate provided it is in alignment with the magnet in the chainwheel.
- Page 4 Magnet impair the magnet’s strength and durability. Sensor HORIZONTaL WINdLaSSeS Every horizontal windlass is different and you may need to check with the AutoAnchor manufacturer, or supplier, to see if you can fit the AA550 to your windlass. There are several options for windlasses using all-chain rode but if your windlass uses rope/chain rode it may not be possible to fit the sensor to achieve an accurate rope count. It may be possible to count the revolutions of the chainwheel as for all-chain windlasses. See PAGE 5 FITTINg THe aa550 TO a HORIZONTaL WINdLaSS WITH aN aLL-CHaIN ROde Sensor Installation For Horizontal Windlasses Using all-chain Rode Standard Sensor The standard sensor (#9051) is cylindrical 30mm long and 10mm in diameter. This sensor Fig 6 can be fitted using a sensor holder fixed to the deck to sit under the chainwheel (See Fig 6). Magnet The AutoAnchor sensor holder (#9070) is not included in the standard kit. Check with your supplier. Sensor Sensor Holder...
- Page 5 Magnet Sensor Sensor Holder FITTINg THe aa550 TO HORIZONTaL WINdLaSSeS USINg ROPe/CHaIN ROde If counting rope/chain, you must have a minimum of 10ft of galvanised steel chain on your rode. This fit can also be used for windlasses with all-chain rode. Sensor Installation for Horizontal Windlasses Using Rope/Chain Rode For an accurate rope/chain count the rode must run between the sensor and magnet. On a horizontal windlass this area is limited to the top of the stern quadrant. (See Fig 9 below). To count rope/chain the sensor must be fitted within this quadrant.
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Page 6: Power Supply
12 or 24V or fuse "not connected at point #A Heavy current motor and supply cables Heavy current motor and supply cables Ground Fig 12 Ground Refer to the Wiring Diagrams for wiring installation detail. The cable specifications on page 2 of these instructions must be followed. Interlock protection is included in the system. Do not fit diodes or interlock devices as these will prevent the system from operating correctly. All battery and motor cables must be ring type, insulated to prevent short circuits and installed no closer than 1 ft (300mm) away from the sensor head. To reduce the potential for interference all cables must be located at least 1.5ft (500mm) away from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals eg VHF or SSB radios, cables and antennas or radar antennas. Insulation must be used to protect all terminals. Do not leave cables hanging loose, they must be O:\Auto Anchor 500\Wiring Diagrams\Incorrect wiring issues\aa550 Incorect Wiring.ai tied in place with cable ties. -
Page 7: Voltage Levels
Windlasses Using all-Chain Rode - Use the Custom Setting at Calibration Item 5 and enter the chainwheel circumference at Item 6. The circumferences for many windlasses are set out on the Preprogrammed Windlass List. Before installation can be considered complete, the AA550 must be calibrated to comply with the boat’s windlass and rode and then tested to ensure it is working correctly. ReSeT dISPLaY TO ZeRO Turn the AA550 on. Clear the safety lock if necessary. Press and hold the ON/OFF button. A rapid beeping will be heard. Release the ON/OFF button when the display shows 0.0. ReSeT FaCTORY deFaULT SeTTINgS This setting should only be used if the aa550 settings have been corrupted. Using this setting will remove all your calibration settings. To apply the factory reset: Turn the AA550 off. Hold down the MODE and UP buttons together. While holding these buttons press and release the ON/OFF button. When the LCD display reads LoAd release the MODE and UP buttons. The unit will turn itself off and the factory default settings will be reset. Now re-enter the calibration settings for your unit. Refer Part 2 of the Operation Manual. - Page 8 SeN and Load messages: When these messages are displayed the aa550 will operate the windlass up and down manually but the auto function will not work and the count will not be accurate. Message/Problem Possible Solution 1. Load...
- Page 9 - press and hold the ON/OFF button. Release when the display shows 0.0. The solenoids could be exceeding the maximum 4 Amps or a solenoid wire is shorted to 11. SoL oL ground. The AA550 is designed to turn the solenoids off if these events occur. Check the Displayed when the Up or solenoids and the wiring and fix as necessary. Down button is pressed. The windlass may operate for a short period and then stop. SoL uP - The Up (orange) wire is not connected to the solenoid. SoL dn - The Down (yellow) 12. SoL uP or SoL dn wire is not connected to the solenoid. These messages also appear if the up or down button is Displayed briefly when the pressed on the AA550 when the windlass is already in operation using a deck switch. Diodes AA550 is turned on. The or interlock devices between the AA550 and the solenoid will also cause these messages. The AA550 will not operate the AA550 has internal diode protection. External diodes will cause the system to fail. windlass. 13. AA550 will not turn Check battery connections, polarity and voltage. The voltage to the AA550 can be checked on or turns off. by turning it off and holding the Down button. The voltage is displayed on the LCD. See page 7 for minimum voltages. Check fuses and wiring and for the Lo Pr diagnostic message. Refer note 3 above. Check if the safety lock is on - the LCD will display LoC. Refer note 2 above. 14. AA550 will not Check voltages at the battery and the AA550. The LCD will display Lo Pr. Refer note 3 operate the windlass.
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