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Northstar NS3300 Pilot
Congratulations on choosing the Northstar NS3300 PilotAutopilot. For maximum benefit, please read this manual carefully before installation
and use. This manual describes how to use and set up the NS3300 Pilotand the associated equipment. This manual also explains how to
operate the NS3300 Piloteffectively and provides troubleshooting and performance tips.
Important Notice:
• It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the instrument and transducer(s) in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal
injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for observing safe boating practices.
• It is vital to the performance of the Autopilot that the transducers are installed in the best location. Please follow the installation instructions
very carefully.
• The choice, location, and installation of all components in any autopilot system is critical. If installation is not correct, the unit can not
perform at its designed potential. If in doubt, consult your Northstar dealer.
• Ensure that any holes that are cut are in a safe position and will not weaken the boat’s structure.
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If in doubt, consult a qualified boat builder.
Using the NS3300 Pilot:
• The NS3300 Pilot is intended to aid a helmsman from having to steer for long periods of time, not as the main means of steering the boat.
• The NS3300 Pilot is not intended for use in extreme weather, in adverse conditions or in water near other boats, dangerous waters or land.
• The NS3300 Pilot can not control the boat better than a helmsman. In adverse conditions steer the boat manually.
• Never leave the helm unattended. Keep a watch at all times. The helmsman should always monitor the course of the boat and the NS3300
Pilot and be ready to resume steering the boat manually.
• The performance of the NS3300 Pilot can be affected by the failure of a part, environmental conditions, improper installation and use.
Note:
The User is to be aware that when the autopilot is powered on, the Control Dial and Dodge keys are active and can operate the rudder at
any time (see Power Steering modes 1-1-3)
NORTHSTAR DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR THAT MAY
VIOLATE THE LAW.
Northstar is continuously improving this product; we retain the right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be reflected in
this version of manual. Please contact your nearest Northstar office if you require any further assistance.
Governing Language: This statement, any instruction manuals, user guides and other information relating to the product (Documentation)
may be translated to, or has been translated from, another language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between any Translation of the
Documentation, the English language version of the Documentation will be the official version of the Documentation.
Copyright © 2005 NORTHSTAR. All rights reserved.
