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SmartPilot X-5 Tiller & GP Tiller Operating Guide
1.3 Using the SPX-5 Tiller system to steer your boat
CAUTION: Allow time for course changes
When making major course changes, the trim on the boat may
change substantially. Due to this, the SPX-5 Wheel system may take
some time to settle accurately onto a new course.
Automatically steering to a heading
To use the SPX-5 Tiller system to steer to a heading:
1. Steady the boat on the required heading.
2. Place the pushrod end over the tiller pin. If necessary, extend or retract the
pushrod using the
-1
,
+1
,
-10
and
+10
keys.
Note:
This function is not intended for steering the boat.
3. Press
auto
to engage Auto mode.The SPX-5 Tiller system will steer the boat to
the chosen heading, which is shown on the display. This mode is also known as
“point-and-shoot”.
.
WARNING: Risk of gybe
Always be aware of the relative wind angle, especially when using
the autopilot to sail down wind.
WARNING: Maintain a permanent watch
Automatic course control makes it easier to sail a boat, but it is
NOT a substitute for good seamanship. ALWAYS maintain a
permanent watch by the helm.
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Engage TillerDrive
Use these keys to
extend or retract the pushrod.
Speed: +1 = 25%, +10 = 50%
a
b
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