Raymarine ST5000 Plus, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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ST5000 Plus SailPilot Owner’s Handbook
3. Bring the vessel onto the new heading.
4. Select
auto
and let the vessel settle onto course.
5. Bring the vessel to the final course with 1° increments.
Gusty conditions
In gusting conditions, the course may tend to wander slightly,
particularly if the sails are badly balanced. A significant improvement
in course keeping can always be obtained by improving sail balance.
Bear in mind the following important points:
• Do not allow the yacht to heel over excessively
• Ease the mainsheet traveller to leeward to reduce heeling and
weather helm
• If necessary, reef the mainsail a little early
It is also advisable, whenever possible, to avoid sailing with the wind
dead astern in very strong winds and large seas.
Ideally, the wind should be brought at least 30° away from a dead run
and, in severe conditions, it may be advisable to remove the mainsail
altogether and sail under headsail only.
Provided these simple precautions are taken, the autopilot will be able
to maintain competent control in gale force conditions.
2.4 Display and keypad illumination
• Press
disp
for 1 second, from any mode, to enter illumination
adjustment mode and turn the lights on.
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