System Faults & Hazards; Hazard Definitions; Danger - Seastar Solutions Optimus 360 Operation Manual

10.0 SyStEm faultS & HazarDS
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Should a fault occur, it will be communicated to the user though the
CANtrak display. Section 10.1 defines the two types of hazards you
may experience with the system and how the system will handle each.
When a serious fault occurs, consider your options. While the system
has many features to allow the boat to return to port in a slow and safe
manner, local conditions or operator skills may dictate that calling for
assistance is the prudent thing to do.
The system may only report steering or joystick faults. Any shift or throttle
faults should be communicated through the engine manufacturer's
equipment. Refer to the engine manufacturer's documentation for fault
notification and handling instructions.
10.1

Hazard Definitions

10.1.1

Danger

A danger fault is a critical system fault which will result in limited or
no steering performance and requires immediate action.
Depending on the type of fault a variety of conditions might occur all
designed to provide the safest situation for returning to port. Some
examples are:
• Steering may be restricted to one engine.
• The engines may need to be positioned manually and the boat
steered using the shift and throttle.
• The joystick may become inactive.
The system will provide the safest alternative to normal operation.
In the case of a danger fault, the CANtrak buzzer will sound continuously
(until muted) and the CANtrak display will advise the operator on how
to proceed. See Section 10.2.1 for danger fault handling specifics.
In the case of a Joystick danger fault, in addition to the CANtrak
message and buzzer, the joystick Take Command button light will
flash red quickly (5 times per second).
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