Raymarine ST1000 Plus & ST2000 Plus Tiller Pilots ST1000 Plus & ST2000 Plus User Manual

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Chapter 2: Using the Tiller Pilot
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To switch back to AutoSeastate, press -1 and +1 again.
Note: The autopilot reverts to Automatic Deadband Control each 
time you select Standby mode.
Operating hints – trim changes
CAUTION:
Only make major course changes when steering MANUALLY. 
This ensures that the boat will safely clear any obstructions or 
other boats, and you can take into account the changed wind and 
sea conditions on the new heading before engaging the autopilot.
Large course changes which change the apparent wind direction can 
produce large trim changes. When a sudden trim change occurs (for 
example due to weather helm or sail imbalance) there will be a delay 
of up to one minute before the automatic trim applies rudder to restore 
the locked heading. 
In these situations, the autopilot will not immediately assume the new 
automatic heading, and will only settle onto course when the 
automatic trim has been fully established. To minimize this problem, 
use the following procedure to make major course changes:
1. Note the required new heading.
2. Press standby, remove the pushrod from the tiller pin, and steer 
manually.
3. Bring boat onto the new heading and fit the pushrod back onto the 
tiller pin.
4. Press auto and let the boat settle on course.
5. Bring your boat onto the final course in 1° steps using -1 or +1.
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