Routine Maintenance - Raymarine Autohelm 5000 User Manual

7.0 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

The autooilot is one of the most used and
hardest working items of equipment on board
and, therefore, must receive its fair share of
attention and routine maintenance. The working
parts of the drive unit and the control unit are
sealed and lubricated for life during manufacture
and do not need servicing
Regular inspection and routine maintenance
of the installation is recommended in the
following areas:
1 Check tension and alignment of the drive
chain and lubricate with a good quality
waterproof light grease.
2 Check for the development of excessive lost
motion (backlash) in the steering gear and
correct if necessary. Lost motion at the wheel
should not exceed 5% of the total wheel
movement from lock to lock.
3 Check that all inter-connecting cable sockets
are fully tightened and free from corrosion.
4 Check that external waterproof sockets are
capped when not in use and periodically
spray with WD40 (or similar) to protect from
corrosion.
5 Check that the power supply cable
connections are tight and free from
corrosion.
The Autohelm 5000 has an advanced micro-
electronic circuit requiring special equipment
and knowledge to service. In the unlikely event
of failure occuring in any part of the system you
are advised to contact your nearest appointed
Service Agent who will provide you with
competent and efficient service.