Maxwell AutoAnchor 710-6 Owner's Manual

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Page 2 AutoAnchor 710-6 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 READ BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE AUTOANCHOR standard pack. Check with your supplier or the AutoAnchor manufacturer. control box or solenoid pack. Contact your supplier or the AutoAnchor manufacturer for options. the Quick User Guide. All documents must be left on board for the owner. damage to the boat.
Page 4: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Parameter AA710 Remote Console AA702 Base Station 30V DC Current Consumption The system has internal current limiting and thermal shutdown. IP Rating Range Rode - Rope and Chain...
Page 5: Radio Frequency Compliance
RADIO FREQUENCY COMPLIANCE FCC Information: accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device generates, u interference to radio communications. ESTI Information (CE): 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 6: 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 7 Fitting the Sensor: can damage the internal electronics. Ensure the sensor head is positioned so that it will not Sensor Connection: leave the cable hanging loose, it must be tied in place with cable ties. Extension cable, Antenna Plug 2.1.4 PLUG AND PLAY SENSOR CABLE together.
Page 8 Dual Installation with Other AA Products 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 9 2.1.7 INSTALLATION ON A VERTICAL WINDLASS - CHAIN ONLY Refer to the Overview Notes on page 5 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 10 2.1.8 INSTALLATION ON A VERTICAL WINDLASS - ROPE & CHAIN Refer to the Overview Notes on page 5 before starting installation. rode must run between the sensor and Chainwheel Magnet Size: used on smaller windlasses. Check with your supplier. Magnet Fit: Sensor Position so that the rode passes between the sensor and the magnet.
Page 11 2.1.9 INSTALLATION ON A HORIZONTAL WINDLASS - CHAIN ONLY Refer to the Overview Notes on page 5 before starting installation. It is not possible to set out a single installation method for horizontal windlasses. The sensor may be tted inside the windlass or you may need a sensor holder (Part #9110).
Page 12 2.1.10 INSTALLATION ON A HORIZONTAL WINDLASS - ROPE & CHAIN Before starting check with the AutoAnchor manufacturer, or supplier, that it is possible to t the sensor and magnet to your horizontal windlass. 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 13 2.2 INSTALLATION TO OPERATE A THRUSTER Before connecting the AA710 to operate a thruster you must ensure that the thruster has been installed and tested by a uali ed marine electrician and that the installation has been completed according to the thruster manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 14 2.4 REMOTE CONSOLE AND BASE STATION INSTALLATION station to provide extra outputs. 2.4.1 BASE STATION INTERNAL CONNECTIONS Default Function Assignment Terminal 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 15: Base Station
2.4.2 REMOTE CONSOLE INSTALLATION The remote console is supplied with a cradle and base stations. The console has a loop to allow for a wrist or belt lanyard. transmitting or cables carrying radio signals Cradle Cover new products. 2.4.3 BASE STATION to avoid condensation entering through the cable gland.
Page 16: Voltage Levels
2.5 POWER SUPPLY THE POWER SUPPLY MUST BE DISCONNECTED WHEN INSTALLING, CONNECTING OR CHANGING THE WIRING Check battery polarity before connecting power and ensure output terminals will not short. Refer to the manufacturer’s speci cations switch should be installed for controls if the main breaker or isolator is not readily acessible from the helm.
Page 17 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 AA702 Base Station to the Power Supply Cable from AA702 Base Station to Outputs Cable from Motor Load Wires 2.7.1 MOTOR LOAD WIRES (BROWN AND WHITE) OUTPUTS 5 &...
Page 18 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 19: Led Indicators
PART 3 SET UP is to control to ensure it is working correctly. 3.1 USING THE AUTOANCHOR BUTTONS Control the windlass. Hold for 6 seconds to turn off. 3.2 WIRELESS INTERFACE SET UP 3.2.1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW additional base stations. 3.2.2 REGISTRATION SWITCH base station to the console and to register a slave Registration 3.2.3 LED INDICATORS...
Page 20 3.2.4 TURN THE AA710 SYSTEM ON FOR THE FIRST TIME is not yet set up, the screen will tell you to press the registration switch on the master base station. to the base station. 3.2.5 REGISTER REMOTE CONSOLES TO THE BASE STATIONS Each console must be registered separately.
Page 21: Deregistering A Base Station
3.2.7 ADD EXTRA BASE STATIONS (SLAVES) which base station is to remain the master and then follow the directions below to register the slave stations. To maintain power to the windlass it is recommended that it be attached to the master base station. Slave: Hold down the registration button, on the slave station, for 6 seconds until the is in registration mode.
Page 22 3.2.9 REGISTERING A PREVIOUSLY USED BASE STATION OR CONSOLE ALL SETTINGS MUST BE CLEARED Previously Used Base Station Turn off all existing base stations and consoles. Turn on the power to the used base This indicates the base station has performed a complete factory reset and all settings Previously Used Console Turn off all base stations and consoles, including the used console.
Page 23: Setup Menu Overview
3.3 SET UP MENU OVERVIEW GENERAL WIRELESS CHANNEL MODES GENERAL WINDLASS MODES Language RESET REGISTRATION Windlass WINDLASS Units ABOUT Location Docking distance Total rode length Rode Port Chain only Key beep Chain per turn Auto off time Options Rope & chain Toggle A Preset Chain per turn...
Page 24: Wireless Channel
3.4.2 SET UNITS 3.4.3 SET KEY BEEP 3.4.4 SET AUTO OFF TIME - If you have more than one console you must set the time for each console. console automatically switches off. Note: Extending the time will shorten the life of the batteries. Increase or decrease the time.
Page 25 3.5 MODES SET UP The AA702 base station must be powered up and the AA710 remote console must be turned off to access the Set up Menu. standard kit has one master base station and one console. Each base station has 6 outputs. 3.5.1 WINDLASS SETTINGS 3.5.1.1 Windlass Location - Outputs 1 and 2 (Default is 1 windlass) If you have more than one windlass you will need to allocate the outputs and enter the...
Page 26 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. The auxiliary outputs are operated in the auxiliary menu.
Page 27 Note: not be powered up or it may be too far away. 3.6.1 BASE STATION OUTPUTS Default Function Assignment Terminal 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 Thruster B (Stern)
Page 28 EXAMPLE 1 Select Modes In the Set Up Menu Select the AA702 ID (eg 803D) 803D Windlass Options EXAMPLE 2 base station. Select Modes in the Set Up Menu Select the AA702 ID (eg 803D) 803D Windlass Thruster Modes...
Page 29 EXAMPLE 3 . It is important to select the windlass location when setting up for 2 windlasses. Select Modes In the Set Up Menu 803D Windlass 1 815A Select the AA702 ID for Windlass 1 (eg 803D) Ensure you select the windlass location. Windlass 2 803D Select the AA702 ID for Windlass 2...
Page 30 EXAMPLE 5 - AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT spare outputs for use as auxiliaries. Select Modes in the Set Up Menu Select the AA702 ID (eg 803D) 803D 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 31 3.6 WINDLASS SET UP FOR CHAIN COUNTING for your windlass. 3.6.1 TO ACCESS THE WINDLASS SET UP 3.6.2 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 32 3.7 CHAIN ONLY RODE SET UP 3.7.1 CHAIN PER TURN This is the length of chain that is released during one complete turn of the chainwheel. The the instructions below. 3.7.2 TO ENTER THE CHAIN PER TURN FOR CHAIN ONLY RODE Enter the measurement.
Page 33 3.8 ROPE AND CHAIN RODE SET UP If your windlass is not on the list: instructions below. 3.8.1 SELECTING USE PRESET the start screen. 3.8.2 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 If your windlass is not listed follow the instructions on page 31 to calculate the chain per turn.
Page 34 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 3.8.6 TO ENTER THE ROPE PER TURN Enter the measurement in mm or metric inches (depending inch calculations.
Page 35: Sensor Setup
3.9.4 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. 3.10 SENSOR SET UP Standard - Applies to all AA sensors, reed switch baseplate sensors and proximity sensors.
Page 36: Part 4 Operation
PART 4 OPERATION 4.1 AA710 BUTTONS Mode & On/Off Turn on Hold to unlock Tap for menu Thruster to application eg from windlass Thruster to port to thruster Hold 6 seconds to turn off 4.1.1 TO TURN THE AUTO ANCHOR ON console on.
Page 37: Signal Strength
4.2.2 SIGNAL STRENGTH This is the signal received by the remote console from the base station. It is affected by the distance between the two units and by structural aspects of the boat. Eg. A high concentration of steel superstructure between the base station and the remote console. antenna.
Page 38: Set Up And Testing
4.3.1 WHEN CONTROLLING A WINDLASS 4.3.2 WHEN CONTROLLING A THRUSTER damage resulting from failure to follow the installation and operating instructions or the use of the AutoAnchor in a way that may cause accidents or damage or that may violate the law. 4.4 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 39 4.5.2 AUTOMATIC AND MANUAL WINDLASS OPERATION ly or use the automatic function Note: For an accurate reading always ensure the AA710 display reads 0.0 before deploying the anchor. See Clear to Zero on page 40. windlass is operated by another control eg foot switches. 4.5.3 MANUAL WINDLASS OPERATION Deploy and Retrieve the Anchor Using Manual Operation Clear the safety lock.
Page 40 4.5.4.2 Enable Automatic Operation 4.5.4.3 To Set A Rode to be Released Value Clear the safety lock. Clear to Zero To disable automatic operation: Set the rode to be released value to Off. 4.5.4.4 Deploy the Anchor Using Automatic Operation Clear the safety lock.
Page 41 4.6 USING DUAL SPEED Default Speed is slow. Use the right arrow to toggle between fast and slow speed. The current speed is The windlass automatically changes to slow speed when the docking distance is reached. 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.
Page 42 4.9 THRUSTER OPERATION WITH THE AA710 4.9.1 USER PRECAUTIONS Note: If you have more than 1 console you must set the time for each console. 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 43 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 44 4.9.5.4 Pivot (360 Turn) Operation Pivot mode can be selected from any thruster operation mode, by pressing the Up button Use the left or right buttons to turn the boat clockwise or anticlockwise. Clockwise. Anticlockwise. To exit pivot mode and return to single thruster operation press the up or down button.
Page 45 4.10 AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT OPERATION WITH THE AA710 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 Auxiliary output. The Auxiliary output will be highlighted on the screen when it is active. Aux A Aux C Aux D...
Page 46: 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 37. it with a clean damp cloth. Avoid wiping the display screen with a dry cloth as this could scratch the screen.
Page 47: Part 6 Troubleshooting
PART 6 TROUBLESHOOTING troubleshooting. These messages are designed to assist the user. They may be information messages, for example that the console is locked, or the sensor is tuning. They may also be diagnostic messages, for example, that the sensor installation is not compatible or the power supply is wired incorrectly.
Page 48 TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE/ACTION MESSAGES Cont’d 6. Sensor: pulses detected. speed is displayed on the status bar. Note: The AA710 will continue to operate the windlass and and down in magnet). manual mode when this message is displayed. It will set up. not count.
Page 49: Wireless Network Troubleshooting
WIRELESS NETWORK POSSIBLE CAUSE/ACTION TROUBLESHOOTING registration again. If the problem persists: register console and base stations. Try registration again. If the problem persists: station before trying registration again. radar antennas. If the problem persists: station. Console displays consoles and base stations off and then back on. If the problem seconds and then it will turn persists: off.
Page 50: Other Troubleshooting
OTHER TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE/ACTION not turning or counts erratically displaying a through the windlass or there may be some large number. The screen may display Sensor external interference. unstable and the unit may beep when turned off or locked. may be faulty. plug is not used the wires must be soldered.
Page 51 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 52 Sensor Installation Diagnostic Messages Red sensor wire 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 61 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 67 INDEX Dual Speed Windlass Adding Extra Base Station Electromagnatic Compatibility Allocate Modes Anchoring General Set Up Auto Off Time Set Up Horizontal Windlass Auto Wash Important Information Auxiliary Indicators, LED Installation Backlighting Base Station Key Beep Set Up Keys Battery Buttons Language Set Up LED Indicators...
Page 68 Plug & Play Sensor Cable Power Supply Previously Used Base Station Previously Used Console Radio Frequency Compliance Registration Signal Strength Slave Base Station Registering a Used Speci cations Technical Swap Controls Registering Remote Consoles System Remote Console Installation Replace Battery Reset Sensor Technical Speci cations Retrieving the Anchor...

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