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vetus®
Installation Manual V-docker
Preliminary
3
Operation
3.1 General
In this explanation of how to operate the system it is assumed that
the installation has been completed and that it has been taken into
service.
The system has two modes of operation:
- Cruising Mode (in open water) and
- Docking Mode (within a port or confined spaces).
In Cruising Mode the joystick is used only to control the propulsion
engine.
In Docking Mode the joystick is used to control the propulsion en-
gine, bow thruster and stern thruster.
T
ip
It is highly recommended first to make yourself familiar with the
behaviour of your boat during operating of the joy-stick, on open
water.
3.2 Switching on the system
Switch on the power supply.
The system can be immediately operated if only (1) panel is installed.
If 2 panels are installed the system can be operated on of the panels,
on that panel the ‘SELECT’ button is illuminated.
To operate the system on the other panel, follow these steps.
3.3 Station selection in case of 2 helm stations
Press the ‘SELECT’ button to take
over the control from a panel at
another station.
Once this panel is in control, the
other panel will be switched off.
n
oTe
Taking over control to another panel can be carried out only with the
gearbox in neutral and at idle speed of the engine.
W
arning
Keep in mind that there are great risks of taking over control to an-
other station at high boat speeds.
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Safety
Warning indications
The following warning indications are used in this manual in the con-
text of safety:
D
anger
Indicates that great potential danger exists that can lead to serious
injury or death.
W
arning
Indicates that a potential danger that can lead to injury exists.
c
auTion
Indicates that the usage procedures, actions etc. concerned can re-
sult in serious damage to property. Some CAUTION indications also
advise that a potential danger exists that can lead to serious injury
or death.
n
oTe
Emphasises important procedures, circumstances etc.
Symbols
Indicates that the relevant procedure must be carried out.
Indicates that a particular action is forbidden.
Pass the safety precautions on to other people who will use the sys-
tem.
General rules and laws concerning safety and accident prevention
must always be observed.
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Introduction
This manual give guidelines for operating ans fitting the Vetus V-
locker.
Make sure that the batteries are supplying the correct voltage during
use The system in maintenance-free.
Read this manual carefully before installing the system.
The quality of installation will determine how reliably the system per-
forms. Almost all faults can be traced back to errors or imprecision
during installation. It is therefore imperative that the steps given in
the installation instructions are followed in full during the installation
process and checked afterwards.
Alterations made to the system by the user will void any liability
on the part of the manufacturer for any damages that may result.
We recommend that all parts of this system are installed
by a professional installer.
Make sure that the user of the vessel is supplied with the owner’s manual.
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