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Note! Simrad AS makes every effort to ensure that the information contained within this document is correct. However, our equipment is continuously being improved and updated, so we cannot assume liability for any errors which may occur. Warning! The equipment to which this manual applies must only be used for the purpose for which it was designed.
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Introduction Instruction Manual This manual is intended as a reference guide for operating and correctly installing the Simrad FU50 Follow-up Steering Lever. Please take time to read the manual to get a thorough understanding of the follow-up steering lever and its relationship to a complete autopilot system.
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Simrad FU50 Follow-up Steering Lever Document revisions Date Written by Checked by Approved by 11.06.02 Document history Rev. A Original issue 20221065A...
Rudder angle scale FU mode AUTO mode indicator indicator Illumination and AUTO ON/OFF and AUTO mode FU/STBY STBY button mode button THRUST WORK NAV mode STBY mode indicator indicator SIMRAD FU50 WORK mode Thruster indicator indicator Rotary knob FU50 controller 20221065A...
Simrad FU50 Steering Lever OPERATION When operating an autopilot system of multiple control units and steering levers, control is accessible from every control station connected to the system. One station (control unit or FU50) is "active" and provides the user with access to the respective mode functions.
The rudder will move AUTO and stop at the set angle. (Maximum STBY command is equal to the maximum THRUST WORK angle minus 2° set at the rudder feedback calibration in the AP50 SIMRAD FU50 Dockside menu.) 20221065A...
Simrad FU50 Steering Lever For AP50 system only: If a thruster is selected it will push in the same direction as the rotary knob is turned with a % force between 0 and max (100%). On/off thruster connected, rudder Note !
Operation The only way to change from AUTO mode to (AUTO-) WORK mode and vice versa is on the AP35/AP50 Control Unit or on the AP51 Remote Contol. Nav-, Turn-, Dodge, and Wind Modes If NAV-, TURN-, DODGE, or WIND modes have been selected on the autopilot control unit, it will change to ordinary AUTO mode when the AUTO/NAV button is pressed on FU50.
Simrad FU50 Steering Lever To reopen the locked remote units, you have to take control from the master control unit, and again make a quick STBY double press on the master control unit (STBY) button. System Disengaged The “System select” (Sys. Sel.) input signal of the J50 can be used to alternate between the boat’s own steering and the...
Operation 2.12 Self Test and Calibration Note ! Under normal circumstances the self test should not be necessary. Pressing and holding AUTO/NAV push button while switching on by pressing FU/STBY button, will activate the self test function in the following sequence: 1.
Installation INSTALLATION The unit is mounted to bulkhead or panel by three Allen screws (2) from the front. See Figure 4-1. The head of the screws may be covered with the three enclosed caps (1). 1 - Cover for screw head 2 - Screw M6x40 3 - Washer M6 4 - Nut M6...
Simrad FU50 Steering Lever The cable gland can also be mounted in the back cover. The unit is opened by removing the four screws on the back cover. Inside are a potentiometer and a printed circuit board with plug-in terminals. Internal wire connection is shown on Figure 4-3.
Maintenance MAINTENANCE Under normal use, the FU50 Steering Lever will require little maintenance. If the unit requires any form of cleaning, use fresh water and a mild soap solution (not a detergent). It is important to avoid using chemical cleaners and hydrocarbons such as diesel, petrol, etc.
Simrad FU50 Steering Lever SERVICE How to Replace a Defective Potentiometer: Refer to Figure 7-1. 1. Remove the center cover (1) with the o-ring (2) on top of the FU50 Head (7). 2. Loosen the nut (3) a couple of turns. Use a flat screwdriver, min 6, max 10 mm wide.
Spare Parts List SPARE PARTS LIST 20212460 FU50 Follow-up Steering lever with accessories 20212304 FU50 Controller (complete unit without handle and mounting kit) 22083562 Mounting kit consisting of: 44154458 Screw M6x40 Hex 44148823 Washer M6 44150068 Nut M6 44165819 Cover for screw head 20212353 Center cover 44165397...
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