Step 9 - Sea Trial; Step 10 - Saving The Joystick Tuning File - Seastar Solutions Optimus 360 Installation Manual

Joystick control system for engines with integrated electronic shift and throttle
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Step 9
– Sea trial
Now that the basic setup procedure is completed, it is time to
conduct a basic sea trial to confirm good joystick performance.
Perform the sea trial in an open area and pay particular attention
to gear engagement, boat response and stopping power.
Gear engagement
Perform the following actions and check that the gear shifts occur
within approximately two seconds. If you find that gear engagement
is taking longer contact SeaStar Solutions technical support.
1. Engage Boost mode.
2. Move the joystick all the way to port for a few seconds.
3. Move the joystick all the way to starboard for a few seconds.
4. Move the joystick back to port.
5. Repeat, pausing at the neutral position for one second when
changing directions.
boat response
Step through all the Joystick Modes of Operation shown on the
Optimus 360 Joystick Quick Reference Guide and confirm that:
1. boat response is predictable
2. speeds are safe for operation in a marina
3. boost mode gives noticeably higher thrust than normal mode.
If the boat performance does not meet all of these requirements,
return to STEP 8 and adjust the power levels according to the
instructions. If further adjustments do not help, or if you need
assistance, contact SeaStar Solutions technical support.
Stopping power
1. In normal mode, hold the joystick all the way forward until the
boat reaches its maximum speed.
2. Abruptly move the joystick all the way into reverse.
3. Confirm that the boat's stopping power is adequate.
4. Repeat the test in boost mode.
If the stopping power is insufficient for safe operation, return to
STEP 8 and increase the Reverse Power parameters as required.
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Step 10
– Saving the joystick tuning file
The joystick tuning (.ecu) file should be saved as a backup in the event
of a joystick failure, or to facilitate setup of a second control station.
You will also need to email a copy of the tuning file to SeaStar Solutions
as part of the post-installation warranty checklist (Part # 214740).
Refer to Appendix E.3 in the Optimus EPS Installation Manual (Book 50)
for instructions.
Optimus 360 Installation Supplement, Rev. B
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