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AUTOPILOT
8-38
9.5
Rudder angle transmitter
The rudder angle transmitter should be mounted close to the rudder stock and driven by
its ball joint linkage according to the drawing shown below. The linkage should be linear,
such that 35
°
of rudder movement drives the arm 35
°
.
Rudder Feedback Installation Notes
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When the rudder is central and the rudder feedback is central all angles should be
90 degrees.
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Use the snap swivel and ball joint on the rudder feedback arm
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Use the rudder feedback adjustment block on the tiller arm
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Hydraulic ram may be mounted on the other side of the tiller arm
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Ensure that when rudder turns to Port, Rudder Feedback turns to Port as indicated
on the rudder feedback unit.
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Rudder feedback unit may be mounted upside down.
