Kobelt 7180 Series Owner'S Operation, Installation & Maintenance Manual Download Page 15

7180 Rudder Angle Indicator

 

 

    

Kobelt Manufacturing Co. Ltd. 

 

 

Rev B

 

 

MNL_7180

 

15 of 24 

5

 

C

OMMISSIONING

 

5.1

 

E

LECTRICAL 

C

HECK

 

 

Ensure that the unit is properly installed and secured before 
powering on the 7180. 

 

 

Confirm that all electrical connections to the 7180 have been made. 

 

Confirm that a breaker has been installed correctly and is turned ON.  

5.2

 

C

ALIBRATION AND 

A

DJUSTMENT

 

The gauge may need to be adjusted to centre the pointer when the rudder is centred and to 
adjust the overall range of the meter to align with the position of the rudders maximum 
travel.  

Follow these instructions to configure the zero point and span using the on-board zeroing 
lever and trimpot. 

 

To reduce the potential for electrical shock and to avoid damaging 
the 7180 electronics, 

use a

 

non-conductive

 

screwdriver

, or other 

equivalent tool, to adjust the trimpot or zeroing lever. 
 
Exercise caution when reaching in with the screwdriver. Do not let it 
touch any components other than the trimpots. 

 

 

Ensure no oil, dust, or other contamination enters the 7180 while its 
cover is removed. 

 

1.

 

Turn OFF power to the 7180 prior to making adjustment. 

2.

 

If adjusting the zeroing lever, remove the red plug or lightbulb, if installed. 

3.

 

Use a 

non-conductive

 flathead or Phillips-head screwdriver to adjust the trimpot 

or zeroing lever. 

a.

 

Refer to the sections below for functional details of the trimpot and 
zeroing lever 

4.

 

Turn ON power.  

5.

 

Move rudder through its range to verify desired response. 

6.

 

Repeat as necessary, until the 7180 functions as desired. 

7.

 

Replace the red plug or lightbulb, if installed. 

Default position for the configuration trimpot is at centre (pointing upward). 

Summary of Contents for 7180 Series

Page 1: ...Kobelt Manufacturing Co Ltd 7180 Rudder Angle Indicator Owner s Operation Installation Maintenance Manual February 2019...

Page 2: ...7180 Rudder Angle Indicator Kobelt Manufacturing Co Ltd Rev B MNL_7180 2 of 24 NOTES RECORD DATA BEFORE INSTALLATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Model Serial Date of Purchase Date of Installation...

Page 3: ...l Data 7 3 Operation 8 4 Installation 9 4 1 Mechanical 9 4 2 Electrical 10 5 Commissioning 15 5 1 Electrical Check 15 5 2 Calibration and Adjustment 15 5 3 Functional Test 17 6 Maintenance 18 6 1 Prev...

Page 4: ...ed for use it should be tested by the user to ensure proper function in all possible applications For further instructions please contact our distributors or visit our website 1 2 SAFETY 1 2 1 Safety...

Page 5: ...are familiar with the assembly installation commissioning and operation of the product and who have the qualifications necessary for their occupation Observe all specifications in this manual If thes...

Page 6: ...position of your rudder while your vessel is underway Whether you are manoeuvring or your autopilot is commanding your vessels an accurate readout of your rudder position will be displayed on this tri...

Page 7: ...XIMUM CURRENT METER 20 mA 40 mA RECOMMENDED DRIVING POTENTIOMETER 1k MAXIMUM NUMBER OF SLAVE UNITS 5 FACE DIAMETER 2 BULB TYPE T3 1 4 Wedge Type MAXIMUM CURRENT BULB 330 mA 60 mA 330 mA 60 mA PROTECTI...

Page 8: ...sition on the Indicator This position can be calibrated to correspond to physical rudder position or the position of an alternative signal source A single master unit can drive up to 5 slave units The...

Page 9: ...ind the panel or dash installation location to allow for securing the tightening clamps to hold the unit securely 4 1 1 Mounting A pre installed bracket and fasteners are included with 7180 gauges for...

Page 10: ...nments Control signals shown in the following figures are provided by standard control levers Please review the Kobelt website for all options available Electrical installation of the 7180 should proc...

Page 11: ...tions Master Gauge Pin Designator Pin Type Function GND Power Power Supply Common connection point V Power Power Supply Source Accepts either 12VDC or 24VDC R Output Supplies power to the positive ter...

Page 12: ...7180 Rudder Angle Indicator Kobelt Manufacturing Co Ltd Rev B MNL_7180 12 of 24 4 2 2 Master Unit Configuration Figure 4 Master Unit Configuration...

Page 13: ...7180 Rudder Angle Indicator Kobelt Manufacturing Co Ltd Rev B MNL_7180 13 of 24 4 2 3 Master and Single Slave Unit Configuration Figure 5 Master and Single Slave Unit Configuration...

Page 14: ...7180 Rudder Angle Indicator Kobelt Manufacturing Co Ltd Rev B MNL_7180 14 of 24 4 2 4 Master and Multiple Slave Units Configuration Figure 6 Master and Multiple Slave Units Configuration...

Page 15: ...avoid damaging the 7180 electronics use a non conductive screwdriver or other equivalent tool to adjust the trimpot or zeroing lever Exercise caution when reaching in with the screwdriver Do not let...

Page 16: ...units are added in series Do not press down on the potentiometer as this can damage the circuitry 5 2 2 Zero Adjustment The zero adjustment lever is located inside the lightbulb cavity and can be acc...

Page 17: ...Functional testing should be done by qualified personnel only The system functionality should be fully tested dockside before an open water sea trail is performed to ensure proper response of the sys...

Page 18: ...Ensure calibration and zero point of unit 6 2 RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS As a minimum Kobelt recommends the following spare parts are on hand Table 4 Recommended Spares RECOMMENDED SPARES QTY ITEM KOBELT...

Page 19: ...uately illuminated Master indicator moves in opposite direction to rudder Potentiometer power wires are reversed Reverse the wiring at the positive and negative terminals of the potentiometer Correct...

Page 20: ...ntification of a potential issue or defect with a Kobelt Product or Part the Warranty Applicant Applicant must immediately contact Kobelt and describe the issue in writing by letter fax email or other...

Page 21: ...7180 Rudder Angle Indicator Kobelt Manufacturing Co Ltd Rev B MNL_7180 21 of 24 9 APPENDIX A INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS Figure 8 Mechanical Dimensions of 7180...

Page 22: ...7180 Rudder Angle Indicator Kobelt Manufacturing Co Ltd Rev B MNL_7180 22 of 24 Page Intentionally Left Blank...

Page 23: ...B MNL_7180 23 of 24 10 APPENDIX B INSTALLATION CUT OUT TEMPLATE Scale may not be exactly 1 1 due to PDF and printer scaling settings Verify primary dimension with a ruler after printing and before us...

Page 24: ...lt Manufacturing Co Ltd 8238 129th Street Surrey British Columbia Canada V3W 0A6 Sales Tel 1 604 572 3935 Fax 1 604 590 8313 Email sales kobelt com Website www kobelt com Made in Canada Printed in Can...

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