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TMQ AP47 - SS35
Rudder Feedback Unit
Rudder Feedback Unit (RFUS)
The RFU is optional, although
recommended for the best possible
performance on some types of
vessels.
For example: A RFU must be
installed on vessels with high sides
that are sensitive to winds turning the
boat, or high powered 5-6m Deep V
(22-25 deg dead rise / 175HP+) type
vessels used in rough seas and high
winds. Or any other vessels that are
overly sensitive and very responsive
to small amounts of ‘rudder’ at high
speeds.
When the RFU is installed, the
configuration settings are simplified.
Non-RFU mode is slightly more
complicated.
NOTE
: The RFUS is factory aligned.
The arm should not be removed or
loosened. It is also water resistant,
however, if mounted in a wet position
some protection should be provided
to prevent water damage or physical
damage.
RFU Installation Guide
1. Refer to installation diagram and
installation template supplied with
the unit
2. Mount rudder feedback adjacent to
the tiller (
NOTE
:
rudder feedback
movement must copy the angular
movement of the tiller like a
pendulum
)
3. Use a mounting bracket if required.
4. Note the markings on the rudder
feedback unit. ‘P & S’ (Port and
Starboard) to check ruder moves
in the correct direction, manually,
before testing on the water.
5. Check installation is suitable
by slowly moving the steering
manually, to ensure:
a. The direction indicated on the
top of the RFU is correct
b. No undue mechanical strain
is placed on the feedback
or linkage. (Also check for
strain when the tiller is tilted
upright (for outboard engine
installations)
6. To complete the install, use the
AP47 advanced menu to calibrate
the rudder limits and centre point
of the RFU.
TMQ RFU-S
RUDDER
FEED
BACK
UNIT
14m Supplied
Cable
RFU 5V
RED
RFU WIPER
GRN
RFU
av
BLU
5
6
0
0
0
4
CONNECT TO
AP47C
RUDDER
LTW
-6P
IN
