System Description 1. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The SD10 Sailboat Drive system makes it easy and economical to install an autopilot on small to medium size sailboats with access to a quadrant or tiller. The drive system is powerful and fast - capable of delivering over 180 kg/400 lbs of cable thrust, with a normal H.O.
Simrad SD10 Sailboat Drive 2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Drive System will fit a large number of vessels, but please note the following important information on operation, installation and maintenance of the drive system. 2.1 Operation In the event of uncontrolled automatic steering or other...
Important Information 2.3 Recommended maximum yacht displacement and length The SD10 Sailboat Drive is designed to produce a maximum cable push/pull of 180 kg/400 lbs, which requires a peak power of 90 watts. This makes the unit capable of handling the vast majority of sailboats up to 6500 kg / 14300 lbs displacement fully laden and 11 m / 37 ft length.
The selection of the steering cable entry/exit port does not have a preference. To provide more flexibility for routing the steering cable, the entry/exit port arrangement can be reversed. If ports are reversed, the steering direction will also be reversed. The Simrad autopilot software will automatically compensate for this. REVERSIBLE CABLE...
Installation Determine Mounting Site for Connection The Universal Connection Kit must be mounted to stable hull structure. Any orientation is acceptable as long as the HO positions do not force the connection kit beyond its rotation limits. Ideally the connection kit should be mounted so that the thrust from the steering cable is tangential to the tiller arc at mid stroke.
Simrad SD10 Sailboat Drive Determine Routing Path for Steering Cable After the locations for the Connection Kit and Drive Unit have been established, the routing of the Steering Cable must be determined. The cable routing should take into consideration the extreme movements of the steering mechanism during HO to HO steering.
Installation CABLE LENGTH MID STROKE Cable Length Definition Example of steering cable length calculation: Add ‘A’ + ‘B’ dimensions and subtract 4” for a 90 degree bend. Round UP result to nearest full foot size. For steering cable x length in feet or meter order 21120076 and add x m (ft) 3.2 Installation of Drive Unit - Steering Cable &...
Simrad SD10 Sailboat Drive connection does NOT transmit any steering loads. 5. Re-position drive unit and install fasteners, tighten and torque. Step 2 - Install Steering Cable 1. Either port can be used for steering cable entry. The most convenient for the installation should be selected.
Installation Step 3 - Install Spent Cable Tube 1. Install spent cable tube in exit port. 2. Install 2 x lock bolt, nut and washers into ports. Tighten and torque to 40-45 in-lbs (4 Nm). 3.3 Installation of Cable connection kit For best performance the following dimensions should be followed.
Simrad SD10 Sailboat Drive 3.4 Electrical connections Cable Motor and Clutch Power Supply Following autopilot installation guide and CLUTCH (WHITE) wiring diagram, connect 4 x 4 mm (AWG10) -12V wires with the autopilot computer. Following autopilot installation guide, CLUTCH (GREEN) perform electrical tests.
Mechanical Calibration Procedure 4. MECHANICAL CALIBRATION PROCEDURE 1. Before installing the drive unit into the vessel, disassemble the RFB module from the drive housing, by removing 2 attach screws. 2. Install the drive unit into the vessel and install the remote steering cable following the COMPLETE INSTALLATION...
Simrad SD10 Sailboat Drive 5. MAINTENANCE Grease the Universal connector kit on installation by applying a grease gun to the grease nipples and at regular intervals thereafter (see page 5). After a few hours of operation and at frequent intervals thereafter, check all fasteners and the complete steering system for security and integrity.
Simrad SD10 Sailboat Drive 7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Weight: .......................4.9 kg (10,8 lb) Maximum stroke:.................305 mm (12 inches) Peak thrust fro cable: ................180 kg (400 lbs) Max Rudder Torque: ................450 Nm (333 lb ft) Hard Over Time:..................12 – 18 seconds Tiller Arm Radius:................254 mm (10 inches)