Raymarine SportPilot Owner's Handbook Manual

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Chapter 4: Installing the SportPilot 194.2 Installing the compassThe compass contains a self-levelling mechanism. This enables the compass toprovide accurate readings with pitch and roll movements up to +/- 35°.Note:The rattle that the fluxgate compass makes when shaken is normal. It is caused bythe pendulum weight hitting the inside of the case.Figure 4-1: Fluxgate compass dimensionsCompass locationTo achieve the best performance from the compass, mount it:• With the Raymarine logo facing the bow.Note:If it is not possible to install the fluxgate compass with the logo facing the bow, youmust complete the Compass Calibration procedures (see Chapter 5:Compass Calibration).• As close as possible to the boat’s pitch and roll center.• At least 0.8m (2ft 6in) away from your boat’s steering compass to avoid devi-ation of both compasses.• As far away as possible from large iron masses, such as the engine or othermagnetic devices.Note:To check if the intended mounting location is free from magnetic influence, tape ahandheld compass to the chosen location, then turn the boat through 360°. The readingson the handheld compass and your boat’s main steering compass (if accurately aligned)should not differ by more than10° at any heading.76 mm (3 in)76 mm (3 in)D5381-1D1522-281057_6.book Page 19 Tuesday, February 21, 2006 2:21 PM