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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AutoAnchor 730 Owner’s Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Part 1 Important Information Part 2 Installation Part 3 Set Up Part 4 Operation Part 5 Maintenance Part 6 Troubleshooting Index To the best of our knowledge the information in this manual was correct at the time of printing.

  • Page 3: Part 1 Important Information

    PART 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION READ BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE AUTOANCHOR standard pack. Check with your supplier or the AutoAnchor manufacturer. control box or solenoid pack. the Quick User Guide. All documents must be left on board for the owner. damage to the boat.
  • Page 4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Parameter AA730 Remote Console AA703 Base Station Current Consumption The system has internal current limiting and thermal shutdown. IP Rating Range 1 base station and 1 console. Rode - Rope and Chain ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (EMC) FCC Information: ESTI Information (CE): These standards are intended to provide reasonable protection against interference by other emission generating products on the boat.

  • Page 5: Part 2 Installation

    PART 2 INSTALLATION 2.1 INSTALLATION TO OPERATE A WINDLASS 2.1.1 MAGNET AND SENSOR INSTALLATION PLEASE READ BEFORE COMMENCING INSTALLATION Correct magnet and sensor installation is critical for successful AutoAnchor operation. The AutoAnchor can be installed on vertical windlasses, drum winches and most horizontal windlasses.
  • Page 6 Fitting the Sensor: can damage the internal electronics. Ensure the sensor head is positioned so that it will not be hit by the chainwheel or manual crank mechanism during windlass operation and that it Sensor Connection: leave the cable hanging loose, it must be tied in place with cable ties. Extension cable, Console Plug 2.1.4 PLUG AND PLAY SENSOR CABLE The AutoAnchor plug and play sensor cable is 2 core, tinned shielded cable.
  • Page 7 Dual Installation with Other AA Products AA703 Base Station AutoAnchor 703 Base Station SYSTEM NETWORK COMMS SENSOR BATTERY & CONTROL # 9506 AutoAnchor # 9505 Console Down Sensor Extension Cable 2.1.5 REED SWITCH SENSORS The AutoAnchor will operate with a reed switch sensor for all-chain rode. If using combination rope and chain rode the reed switch sensor provides a reasonably accurate count of rode deployed but on retrieval the display may be incorrect because it cannot allow for the stretch in the rope.
  • Page 8 2.1.7 INSTALLATION ON A VERTICAL WINDLASS - CHAIN ONLY Refer to the Overview Notes on page 4 before starting installation. Chainwheel Note: If it is not possible to align the sensor and magnet exactly the AA grey sensor may alignment. The AA black sensor and the reed switch sensor must be directly aligned.
  • Page 9 2.1.8 INSTALLATION ON A VERTICAL WINDLASS - ROPE & CHAIN Refer to the Overview Notes on page 4 before starting installation. rode must run between the sensor and Chainwheel Magnet Size: used on smaller windlasses. Check with your supplier. Magnet Fit: minimum of 1mm epoxy.
  • Page 10 2.1.9 INSTALLATION ON A HORIZONTAL WINDLASS - CHAIN ONLY Refer to the Overview Notes on page 4 before starting installation. It is not possible to set out a single installation method for horizontal windlasses. holder (Part #9110). See Fig 6 below. Often the sensor and magnet can only Magnet &...
  • Page 11 2.1.10 INSTALLATION ON A HORIZONTAL WINDLASS - ROPE & CHAIN Before starting check with the AutoAnchor manufacturer, or supplier, that it is chain only horizontal windlass installation above. This provides an accurate count of rode deployed but during retrieval the display may be incorrect because it cannot allow for the stretch in the rope.
  • Page 12 2.2 INSTALLATION TO OPERATE A THRUSTER Before connecting the AA730 to operate a thruster you must ensure that the the installation has been completed according to the thruster manufacturer’s instructions. An isolating switch must be installed for controls if the main breaker or isolator is not readily accessible from the helm.
  • Page 13 2.4 CONSOLE AND BASE STATION INSTALLATION 2m lead, a socket sealing cap, screws for the cradle and socket and a drilling template. Each base station has 6 outputs. 2.4.1 BASE STATION INTERNAL CONNECTIONS Default Function Terminal Assignment Ground Positive Windlass Power Enable when Down dual thrusters selected...
  • Page 14 2.4.3 BASE STATION to avoid condensation entering through the cable gland. To maintain the IP67 waterproof seal through the cable gland a tinned, marine grade multi core cable must be used and the base station must be mounted so that the cables extend below the unit 2.4.4 DECK SOCKET Position the socket so that it can be easily reached by the operator.
  • Page 15 2.6 VOLTAGE LEVELS Minimum Voltage Required 12V DC System 24V DC System If the windlass is already operating, this is the 2.7 WIRING CABLE SPECIFICATIONS An appropriate multi-core cable must be used to maintain the cable gland seal into the base station. Total Length Cable Size Cable from AA703 Base Station to the Power Supply...
  • Page 16 2.7.2 MULTIPLE AUTOANCHOR INSTALLATIONS It is important when wiring multiple AutoAnchor products that potential differences do not other high current paths between consoles. All wiring for multiple installations is run in parallel. Refer to wiring diagrams for further details. BATT (-) AutoAnchor Down Down...

  • Page 17: Part 3 Set Up

    PART 3 SET UP 3.1 USING THE AUTOANCHOR BUTTONS Hold for 2 seconds to disable the lock. Hold for 1 second to toggle between modes eg windlass to thruster. Control the windlass. Hold for 6 seconds to turn off. 3.1.2 LED INDICATORS System (Red) connected when the windlass is turning.
  • Page 18 3.3 SET UP MENU OVERVIEW GENERAL MODES WINDLASS GENERAL ABOUT MODES Language Windlass WINDLASS Units Location Docking distance Total rode length Rode Port Chain only Key beep Chain per turn Backlighting Options Rope & chain Toggle A Preset Chain per turn Rope per turn Drum winch Autowash...
  • Page 19 3.4.3 SET KEY BEEP 3.4.4 SET BACKLIGHTING 3.5 MODES SET UP The AA703 base station must be powered up and the AA730 remote console must be turned off to access the Set up Menu. has one base station and one console. Each base station has 6 outputs. The default system is 1 windlass located on the bow.
  • Page 20 3.5.2 THRUSTER SETTINGS - Outputs 3, 4, 5 and 6 Thruster A directions for each output cannot be changed. operated from the thruster page using the left and right arrow buttons. 3.5.3 AUXILIARY SETTINGS - All Outputs Any spare output can be used as an auxiliary output with a maximum of 4 per system. for example, to open and close transom doors or hatches, operate electric motors for cleats, to raise and lower davits, to switch on lights and pumps.
  • Page 21 3.6 ALLOCATE MODES (FUNCTIONS) TO THE AA703 BASE STATIONS Turn the AutoAnchor off 3.6.1 BASE STATION OUTPUTS Default Function Terminal Assignment Ground Positive Windlass Power Enable when Down dual thrusters selected Windlass Thruster A (Bow) Port Thruster A (Bow) Starboard Thruster B (Stern) Power Enable Port...
  • Page 22 EXAMPLE 1 Select Modes In the Set Up Menu Windlass Options EXAMPLE 2 A dual speed windlass, a bow thruster with power enable. Select Modes in the Set Up Menu Windlass Thruster Modes...
  • Page 23 EXAMPLE 3 - AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT such as a cleat. The system automatically allocates spare outputs for use as auxiliaries. Select Modes in the Set Up Menu Windlass settings. Auxiliary Equipment screen shows the key logic options. At present the Momentary - Hold the button down for activity. Toggle - Press and release the button to turn on the The screen shows the operating keys.
  • Page 24 3.7 WINDLASS SET UP FOR CHAIN COUNTING for your windlass. 3.7.1 TO ACCESS THE WINDLASS SET UP 3.7.2 SET DOCKING DISTANCE Note: If the dual speed option is enabled the windlass will be in slow speed from this point. This is the point during retrieval when the windlass will stop. Complete retrieval using manual operation.
  • Page 25 3.8 CHAIN ONLY RODE SET UP 3.8.1 CHAIN PER TURN This is the length of chain that is released during one complete turn of the chainwheel. The information for some windlasses is listed in Appendix 1. If your windlass is not listed follow the instructions below.
  • Page 26 3.9 ROPE AND CHAIN RODE SET UP If your windlass is not on the list: instructions below. 3.9.1 SELECTING USE PRESET the start screen. 3.9.2 CHAIN PER TURN FOR ROPE AND CHAIN RODE This is the length of chain that is released during one complete turn of the chainwheel. The chain per turn for some windlasses is listed in Appendix 1.
  • Page 27 Step 3 Using the mark on the chainwheel as a guide, pull the rope out by hand until the chainwheel has completed Step 4 Step 5 3.9.6 TO ENTER THE ROPE PER TURN Enter the measurement in mm or metric inches (depending inch calculations.
  • Page 28 3.10.4 TO ENTER THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE DIAMETER rode fully retrieved Inside diameter - rode fully deployed Rode Enter the measurement in mm or metric inches (depending on the units selected). again to return to start screen. 3.11 SENSOR SET UP Standard - Applies to all AA sensors, reed switch baseplate sensors and proximity sensors.

  • Page 29: Part 4 Operation

    PART 4 OPERATION 4.1 INFORMATION DISPLAYED DURING OPERATION Chain or rope The length of rode deploye 4.2 AA730 BUTTONS Mode & On/Off Turn on Hold to unlock Tap for menu Hold 1 second to change application eg from windlass Thruster to Thruster to port to thruster Hold 6 seconds to turn off...
  • Page 30 4.2.4 LOCK Unlocked the lock after 5 minutes without use. To reset the lock manually: mode with the lock on. 4.2.5 CHANGING MODES Cycle through the modes by pressing the Press and Clear to Zero 4.3 SET UP AND TESTING if the windlass selection is wrong or the windlass is not standard (eg it is installed with a different chainwheel or motor).
  • Page 31 4.5 WINDLASS OPERATION WITH THE AA730 WHEN CONTROLLING A WINDLASS 4.5.1 PLUG & PLAY SENSOR TUNING loaded, the sensor is reset or there has been a loss of sensor signal. Installation and set up must be complete and the anchor must be docked before starting this process.
  • Page 32 4.5.3 MANUAL WINDLASS OPERATION Deploy and Retrieve the Anchor Using Manual Operation Clear the safety lock. Press and hold the up or down button to deploy or retrieve the anchor. Releasing the button stops the windlass operation. Ensure the anchor is fully docked and secured before moving the boat. DOCKING ALARM: the operator the anchor is at the preset docking distance.
  • Page 33 4.5.4.4 Deploy the Anchor Using Automatic Operation Clear the safety lock. Clear to Zero displays the current length for Auto release. If this setting is correct, press and release the down button to deploy the anchor. To Change the Setting: preset length of rode has been released.
  • Page 34 4.7 TO USE WINDLASS OPTION A AND OPTION B Note: If Auto wash is set it will turn on automatically during retrieval if any windlass control is used. Control could be via the AA730 and also foot switches, toggle switches or another AutoAnchor unit. 4.8 OTHER WINDLASS OPERATION SETTINGS 4.8.1 TO CLEAR TO ZERO Yes - return to start screen.
  • Page 35 4.9 THRUSTER OPERATION WITH THE AA730 4.9.1 USER PRECAUTIONS Note: There must be an alternative means of controlling the thruster installed on the boat. instructions and with the appropriate safety precautions. The thruster must not be operated close to swimmers, the powerful suction of water could the motor.
  • Page 36 4.9.5 COMBINED BOW AND STERN THRUSTER OPERATION the bow thruster and the combined bow and stern thruster. Use the down button to toggle between the stern thruster and the combined bow and stern thruster. Use the left and right arrow buttons to control the thruster operation to port and starboard.
  • Page 37 4.9.5.4 Pivot (360 Turn) Operation Pivot mode can be selected from any thruster operation mode, by pressing the Up button Hold the Up button for more than 1 second to Use the left or right buttons to turn the boat clockwise or anticlockwise. Clockwise.
  • Page 38 4.10 AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT OPERATION WITH THE AA730 the auxiliary outputs. 4.10.1 USER PRECAUTIONS Note: 4.10.2 TO ACCESS THE AUXILIARY MODE Clear the safety lock. Cycle through the modes by pressing the button for 1 second at a time. the Auxiliary output. The Auxiliary output will be highlighted on the screen when it is active.

  • Page 39: Part 5 Maintenance

    PART 5 MAINTENANCE The AutoAnchor does not contain any user servicable parts. necessary. magnet and replacing the sensor if necessary. After any sensor repairs or changes to sensor installation reset the sensor. See page 30. it with a clean damp cloth. Avoid wiping the display screen with a dry cloth as this could scratch the screen.
  • Page 40 TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE/ACTION MESSAGES Cont’d Appears when switching on the AutoAnchor. 1. Another control is being used for the windlass. controlled. up or down terminal. 5. Power supply wired The wiring diagram has not been followed. Power is backfeeding incorrrectly. to the AutoAnchor from a supply outside the control circuit.
  • Page 41 OTHER TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE/ACTION 1. AutoAnchor counts when the windlass is 1. Uncontrolled anchor rode could be running not turning or counts erratically displaying a through the windlass or there may be some large number. The screen may display Sensor external interference.
  • Page 42 PART 7 TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION caused by a fault with the AutoAnchor. INTERNAL VOLTMETER/TEST TOOL: This tool displays the voltages and status of team for effective technical assistance. Contact AutoAnchor support on: www.autoanchor.co.nz/autoanchor-installation-help Email: support@autoanchor.co.nz or Telephone: +64 9 360 0300. Access the information from the Set up menu or from the installation warning screen.
  • Page 43 Sensor Installation Diagnostic Messages Red sensor wire The Red sensor wire is overloaded below 2.5 volts grounded excessive load. If no short is found, the sensor may be damaged. Try a new sensor. Windlass will operate but not count. are being received by the console and it is not counting. Rotate the windlass to check for signal voltage.
  • Page 52 AA702A.4: EXAMPLE THRUSTER WITH WINDLASS WIRING FOR AA710 SYSTEM Windlass and Two thrusters WINDLASS SYSTEM Refer to windlass wiring diagrams AA702A Base Station Internal Connections Other Control / Panel AA702 Default Function TERM Assignment BATT BATT (-) Ground BATT (+) Positive COM (+) THRUSTER PORT (+)

  • Page 57: Index

    INDEX Important Information Allocate Modes Indicators, LED Anchoring Auto Wash Installation Auxiliary Backlighting Base Station Connecting Cables Buttons Thruster Key Beep Set Up Cable Keys Calculating chain per turn Calculating rope per turn Language Set Up Chain Counting LED Indicators Lock Clear to Zero Connecting the AA703...
  • Page 58 Plug & Play Sensor Cable Power Supply Reset Sensor Reset Factory Defaults Retrieving the Anchor Swap Controls Rode System Overview Testing Thruster Installation Calculating rope per turn Safety Override Sensor Total Rode Length Cable Troubleshooting Connection Turn On and Off Units Set up User Precautions Using the Buttons...