Drilling the Deck:
Before drilling into the deck, ensure there is nothing below the deck
that could be damaged and that any hole you drill will not weaken the boat’s structure. Drill
a hole 10.3mm (13/32”) diameter through the deck. Ensure this hole is directly in line with
the sensor hole in the deckplate.
Fitting the Sensor:
Ensure the cable is protected against any moving parts in the
windlass. Do not force the sensor. Hammering the sensor head can damage the internal
electronics. Ensure the sensor head is positioned so that it will not be hit by the chainwheel
during windlass operation and that it is at least 1ft (300mm) away from the battery and
motor cables.
INSTALLING THE AA710 TO OPERATE A THRUSTER
Before connecting the AA710 to operate a thruster you must ensure that the
thruster has been installed and tested by a qualified marine electrician and that the
installation has been completed strictly according to the thruster manufacturer’s
instructions.
Refer to the wiring diagram and notes supplied for the AA710.
An isolating switch must be installed for controls if the main breaker or isolator is not
readily accessible from the helm.
If the thruster control circuit uses negative switching, connect a relay between the AA702
output and the control wire to convert from positive to negative switching.
The stern and bow output locations stated in the wiring are the default locations. These
can be changed using the AA710 set up menu.
The thruster manufacturer’s safety requirements for testing and operating the thruster must
be adhered to at all times when using the AA710. These include but are not limited to:
Never operate a thruster close to people swimming.
Never run the thruster out of the water. Not even for a short period. Any operation of the
thruster out of the water can seriously damage the motor.
Running a thruster without resistance from the propeller can also cause serious damage to
the motor.
If the thruster stops giving thrust while the motor is running, turn it off immediately.
Sensor Connection:
The sensor
is plugged direct into the AA702
base station. Do not leave the
cable hanging loose, it must be tied
in place with cable ties. Extension
cable and field connectors are
available.
Sensor Plug
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