
10 | Installation Instructions
1 Installation Instructions
This chapter describes the installation of the Rudder Feedback Unit MD/HD.
1.1 Mechanical Installation
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CAUTION
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This product must be installed in accordance with the installation methods described in this manual. Acting
otherwise will void the warranty.
1.1.1 Supplied Parts
The Rudder Feedback Unit MD/HD is delivered as a fully assembled product. No additional assembly is required.
1.1.2 Dimensions
Carefully check the applicable drawing(s) of the instrument. See Mechanical Drawings on page 23.
1.1.3 Installing Rudder Feedback Unit
Installing the Rudder Feedback Unit
The Rudder Feedback Unit should be installed so that the Linkage Transmission or the Chain Transmission is exactly
horizontal. The horizontal distance between the rudder center and the center of the Rudder Feedback Unit should be
between 400 to 800 mm, see Figure 1: RFU Linkage Transmission Installation on page 10 and Figure 2: RFU Chain
Transmission Installation on page 10.
Figure 1: RFU Linkage Transmission Installation
Figure 2: RFU Chain Transmission Installation
The Rudder Feedback Unit should be mounted on a foundation (yard supply), see Figure 3: Example of a Foundation on
page 11. Use 4 M8 bolts (not included) to mount the Rudder Feedback Unit.
Put the Rudder Feedback Unit in a location and facing a direction so that the cables can be installed through the cable
guides and the Rudder Feedback Unit can be easily reached for installation, calibration and service.