AutoAnchor 560, Owner'S Manual

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PART 6 TROUBLESHOOTING
Messages are displayed on the AA560 console screen to assist with operation and
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.
Many of the messages are self explanatory. Some will require further diagnostics. See
the Troubleshooting Messages, the Diagnostics Table and the Internal Voltmeter/Test Tool
information on the following pages.
Please Note:
The messages are designed to help find an installation problem. They are
triggered by external wiring, installation or set up issues which need fixing.
They are not
caused by a fault with the AutoAnchor.
TROUBLESHOOTING
MESSAGES POSSIBLE CAUSE/ACTION
1. Auto mode disabled
Note: Unless the fault is
in the solenoid wiring the
AA560 will operate the
windlass in manual mode
when this message is
displayed.
Auto mode is disabled when:
1. No sensor pulses are detected. See message 6 below.
2. The sensor installation is not compatible with rope and chain
settings. See message 7 below.
3. The load sensing wires are not connected for rope/chain
counting. See the rope/chain wiring diagram and message 7 below.
4. A solenoid wire is disconnected. See message 9 below.
5. No rode to be released value has been entered. See page 23.
6. Total rode is set to OFF. See page 15.
2. Battery voltage too low to
operate windlass.
The voltage displays on the
status bar.
1. If the battery is fully charged, check the wiring for bad
connections.
2. Check the cable meets the specifications. If the cable is the
wrong size there may be voltage drop between the battery and the
AutoAnchor. See cable sizes on page 11.
Go to the Diagnostics in the Set up menu to view the battery
information. See the table on page 29.
PART 5 MAINTENANCE
The AutoAnchor does not contain any user servicable parts.
User maintenance is limited to:
• Checking all cables and connections for signs of wear or damage and replacing them as
necessary.
• Checking the sensor head is not worn and has not moved out of alignment with the
magnet and replacing the sensor if necessary.
After any sensor repairs or changes to
sensor installation reset the sensor. See Page 24.
• Checking the magnet is not worn or corroded and replacing the magnet if necessary.
Note: Do not use chemical or abrasive materials to clean the console unit. If it is dirty wipe
it with a clean damp cloth. Avoid wiping the display screen with a dry cloth as this could
scratch the screen.