Garmin REACTOR 40 Hydraulic User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Garmin
Table of Contents
Garmin REACTOR 40 Hydraulic User Manual
Important Safety Information
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for
product warnings and other important information. To avoid possible personal
injury and damage to your boat, the autopilot system should be installed by a
qualified marine installer. Specific knowledge of marine steering and
electrical systems is required for proper installation. You are responsible
for the safe and prudent operation of your vessel. The autopilot is a tool
that enhances your capability to operate your boat. It does not relieve you of
the responsibility of safely operating your boat. Avoid navigational hazards
and never leave the helm unattended. Always be prepared to promptly regain
manual control of your boat. Learn to operate the autopilot on calm and
hazard-free open water. Use caution when operating the autopilot near hazards
in the water, such as docks, pilings, and other boats.
CAUTION
Failure to install and maintain this equipment in accordance with these
instructions could result in damage or injury. When in use, beware of hot
surfaces on the heat-sink, motor, and solenoid components. When in use, beware
the risk of entrapment or pinching from moving parts.
Installation Preparation
The autopilot system consists of multiple components. You should familiarize
yourself with all of the component mounting and connection considerations
before beginning installation. You must know how the components operate
together in order to correctly plan the installation on your boat. You can
consult the layout diagrams to help understand the mounting and connection
considerations. You should lay out all of the components on the boat as you
plan the installation to make sure your cables will reach each component. If
needed, extension cables (sold separately) for various components are
available from your Garmin® dealer or from garmin.com. You should record the
serial number of each component for registration and warranty purposes.
Tools and Supplies Needed
- Safety glasses
- Drill and drill bits
- Jigsaw or a rotary cutting tool (for installing an optional helm control)
- Wire cutters/strippers
- Phillips and flat screwdrivers
- Cable ties
- Solder and water-tight heat shrink tubing or water-tight, heat-shrink, butt splice connectors
- Dielectric grease
- Marine sealant
- Portable or handheld compass (to test for magnetic interference)
NOTE: Mounting screws are provided for the main components of the autopilot system. If the provided screws are not appropriate for the mounting surface, you must provide the correct types of screws.
Power and Data Layout
WARNING
When connecting the power cable, do not remove the in-line fuse holder. To
prevent the possibility of injury or product damage caused by fire or
overheating, the appropriate fuse must be in place as indicated in the product
specifications. In addition, connecting the power cable without the
appropriate fuse in place voids the product warranty.
Item | Description | Important Considerations |
---|---|---|
1 | Helm control | A dedicated helm control is not included in all autopilot |
packages. If you install the autopilot without a dedicated helm control, the
autopilot CCU must be connected to the same NMEA 2000® network as a
compatible Garmin chartplotter to configure and control the autopilot system.
2| NMEA 2000power cable| You should install this cable only if you are
building a NMEA 2000 network. Do not install this cable if there is an
existing NMEA 2000 network on your boat.You must connect the NMEA 2000 power
cable to a 9 to 16 Vdc power source.
3| NMEA 2000network| You must connect the helm control or compatible Garmin
chartplotter and the CCU to a NMEA 2000 network using the included
T-connectors ( NMEA 2000 Connection Considerations , page 7).If there is
not an existing NMEA 2000 network on your boat, you can build one using the
supplied cables and connectors ( Building a Basic NMEA 2000 Network for the
Autopilot System , page 13).
4| ECU|
5| CCU| You can mount the CCU in a non-submerged location near the center of
the boat, in any orientation ( CCU Mounting and Connection Considerations ,
page 6).Mount the CCU away from sources of magnetic interference.
6| ECU power cable| You must connect the ECU to a 12 to 24 Vdc power source.
To extend this cable, use the correct wire gauge ( Power Cable Extensions ,
page 9).
7| CCU cable| To extend this cable to reach the ECU, you may need to use cable
extensions (sold separately) ( CCU Mounting and Connection Considerations ,
page 6).You must connect this cable to the alarm and the Shadow Drive™ sensor.
8| Pump| This diagram shows only the electrical connections for the pump (sold
separately). Detailed installation instructions are included with the pump.
9| Alarm| The alarm provides audible alerts from the autopilot system, and you
should install it near the primary helm station ( Installing the Alarm ,
page 12).
10| Shadow Drive sensor| You must install the Shadow Drive sensor properly in
the hydraulic steering line, and connect it to the CCU cable ( Installing the
Shadow Drive Sensor , page 11).
Component Layout Single-Helm Layout
NOTE: This diagram is for planning purposes only. If needed, specific connection diagrams are included in the detailed installation instructions for each component. Hydraulic connections are not shown in this diagram
Item | Description | Important Considerations |
---|---|---|
1 | Helm control | A dedicated helm control is not included in all autopilot |
packages. If you install the autopilot without a dedicated helm control, the
autopilot CCU must be connected to the same NMEA 2000 network as a compatible
Garmin chartplotter to configure and control the autopilot system.
2| Pump|
3| ECU|
4| 12 to 24 Vdc battery| You must connect the ECU to a 12 to 24 Vdc power
source. To extend this cable, use the correct wire gauge ( Power Cable
Extensions , page 9).You must connect the NMEA 2000 power cable to a 9 to 16
Vdc power source.
5| CCU| You can mount the CCU in a non-submerged location near the center of
the boat, in any orientation ( CCU Mounting and Connection Considerations ,
page 6).Mount the CCU away from sources of magnetic interference.
6|
NMEA 2000network
| You must connect the helm control or compatible Garmin chartplotter and the CCU to a NMEA 2000 network using the included T-connectors ( NMEA 2000 Connection Considerations , page 7).If there is not an existing NMEA 2000 network on your boat, you can build one using the supplied cables and connectors ( Building a Basic NMEA 2000 Network for the Autopilot System , page 13).
Dual-Helm Layout Guidelines
NOTE: This diagram is for planning purposes only. If needed, specific connection diagrams are included in the detailed installation instructions for each component. Hydraulic connections are not shown in this diagram.
Item | Description | Important Considerations |
---|---|---|
1 | Helm control | A dedicated helm control is not included in all autopilot |
packages. If you install the autopilot without a dedicated helm control, the
autopilot CCU must be connected to the same NMEA 2000 network as a compatible
Garmin chartplotter to configure and control the autopilot system.
2| 12 to 24 Vdc battery| You must connect the ECU to a 12 to 24 Vdc power
source. To extend this cable, use the correct wire gauge ( Power Cable
Extensions , page 9).You must connect the NMEA 2000 power cable to a 9 to 16
Vdc power source.
3| Pump|
4| ECU|
5|
NMEA 2000network
| You must connect the helm control or compatible Garmin chartplotter and the
CCU to a NMEA 2000 network using the included T-connectors ( NMEA 2000
Connection Considerations , page 7).If there is not an existing NMEA 2000
network on your boat, you can build one using the supplied cables and
connectors ( Building a Basic NMEA 2000 Network for the Autopilot System ,
page 13).
6| CCU| You can mount the CCU in a non-submerged location near the center of
the boat, in any orientation ( CCU Mounting and Connection Considerations ,
page 6).Mount the CCU away from sources of magnetic interference.
Mounting and Connection Considerations
The autopilot components connect to each other and to power using the included
cables. Ensure that the correct cables reach each component and that each
component is in an acceptable location before mounting or wiring any
components
CCU Mounting and Connection Considerations
- The CCU is the primary sensor of the Reactor 40 Hydraulic autopilot system. For best performance, observe these considerations when selecting a mounting location.
- A handheld compass should be used to test for magnetic interference in the area where the CCU is to be mounted(Testing a Location for Magnetic Interference, page 6).
- The CCU should be mounted on a rigid surface for best performance.
- Mounting screws are provided with the CCU. If you use mounting hardware other than the provided screws, the hardware must be quality stainless or brass material to avoid magnetic interference with the CCU. Test any mounting hardware with a handheld compass to make sure no magnetic fields are present in the hardware.
- The CCU cable connects the CCU to the ECU and is 5 m (16 ft.) long.
- If the CCU cannot be mounted within 5 m (16 ft.) of the ECU, extension cables are available from your local Garmin dealer or at garmin.com.
- This cable must not be cut.
Finding the Best Mounting Location
- Create a list of all suitable mounting locations for the CCU. Suitable mounting locations should not be within 60 cm (2 ft.) of the following:
- Iron
- Magnets
- High-current wires
- Intermittently-running pumps, such as head pumps and live well pumps A large magnet, such as a subwoofer-speaker magnet, should be no closer than 1.5 m (5 ft.) to any of the mounting locations.
- Locate the center of rotation of the boat, and measure the distance between the center of rotation and each of the suitable mounting locations you listed in step 1.
- Select the location closest to the center of rotation. If more than one location is approximately the same distance from the center of rotation, you should select the location that best meets these considerations.
- The best location is closest to the centerline of the boat.
- The best location is lower in the boat.
- The best location is slightly forward in the boat.
Testing a Location for Magnetic Interference
You can use a handheld compass to test a mounting location for magnetic
interference.
- Hold a handheld compass in the CCU mounting location.
- Move the compass six inches to the left of the location, then six inches to the right, observe the needle, and select an action:
- If the compass needle moves more than three degrees during this step, magnetic interference is present. Select a new mounting location and repeat the test.
- If the compass needle does not move, or moves less than three degrees, proceed to the next step.
- Repeat this process while moving the compass above and below the mounting location.
- Repeat this process while moving the compass in front of and behind the mounting location.
ECU Mounting and Connection Considerations
- The ECU can be mounted on a flat surface, facing any direction.
- Mounting screws are included with the ECU, but you may need to provide different screws if the supplied screws are not suitable for the mounting surface.
- The ECU must be mounted within 0.5 m (19 in.) of the pump.
- The cables connecting the ECU to the pump cannot be extended.
- The ECU must be mounted in a location where it will not be submerged or exposed to wash down.
- The ECU power cable connects to the boat battery, and it can be extended if needed
Shadow Drive Sensor Mounting Considerations
NOTE: The Shadow Drive sensor is a device you install in the hydraulic
steering lines of your boat. It detects when you manually take control of the
helm and suspends autopilot control of the boat.
- The Shadow Drive sensor must be mounted horizontally and as level as possible, with cable ties firmly securing it in place.
- The Shadow Drive sensor must be mounted at least 305 mm (12 in.) away from magnetic materials or devices, such as speakers or electric motors.
- The Shadow Drive sensor should be mounted closer to the helm than to the pump.
- The Shadow Drive sensor should be mounted lower than the lowest helm, but higher than the pump.
- The Shadow Drive sensor must not be connected directly to the fitting at the back of the helm. There must be a length of hose between the fitting at the helm and the Shadow Drive sensor.
- The Shadow Drive sensor must not be connected directly to a hydraulic T connector in the hydraulic line. There must be a length of hose between a T-connector and the Shadow Drive sensor.
- In a single-helm installation, there must not be a T-connector between the helm and the Shadow Drive sensor.
- In a dual-helm installation, the Shadow Drive sensor should be installed between the pump and the hydraulic T-connector that leads to the upper and lower helm, closer to the T-connector than to the pump.
- The Shadow Drive sensor must be installed in either the starboard steering line or the port steering line. The Shadow Drive sensor must not be installed in either the return line or the high-pressure line, if applicable.
Alarm Mounting and Connection Considerations
- The alarm should be mounted near the primary helm station.
- The alarm can be mounted under the dashboard.
- If needed, the alarm wires can be extended with 28 AWG (0.08 mm2) wire.
NMEA 2000 Connection Considerations
- The CCU and the helm control must connect to a NMEA 2000 network.
- If your boat does not already have a NMEA 2000 network, one can be built using the included NMEA 2000 cables and connectors (Building a Basic NMEA 2000 Network for the Autopilot System, page 13).
- To use the advanced features of the autopilot, optional NMEA 2000 devices, such as a wind sensor, a water-speed sensor, or a GPS device, can be connected to the NMEA 2000 network.
Installation Procedures
CAUTION
To avoid possible personal injury, always wear safety goggles, ear protection,
and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
NOTICE
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the
surface to avoid damaging the vessel. After you have planned the autopilot
installation on your boat and satisfied all of the mounting and wiring
considerations for your particular installation, you can begin mounting and
connecting the components.
Helm Control Installation
A dedicated helm control is not included in all autopilot packages. If you
install the autopilot without a dedicated helm control, the autopilot CCU must
be connected to the same NMEA 2000 network as a compatible Garmin chartplotter
to configure and control the autopilot system. Detailed mounting instructions
are included in the helm control box.
Mounting the CCU
- Determine the mounting location.
- Using the CCU as a template, mark the two pilot hole locations on the mounting surface.
- Using a 3 mm (1 /8 in.) bit, drill the pilot holes.
- Use the included screws to attach the CCU to the mounting surface.
NOTE: If you use mounting hardware other than the provided screws, the hardware must be quality stainless or brass material to avoid magnetic interference with the CCU. Test any mounting hardware with a handheld compass to make sure no magnetic fields are present in the hardware.
ECU Installation
Mounting the ECU
Before you can mount the ECU, you must select a location and determine the
correct mounting hardware (ECU Mounting and Connection Considerations, page
7).
- Hold the ECU in the intended mounting location and mark the locations of the mounting holes on the mounting surface, using the ECU as a template.
- Using a drill bit appropriate for the mounting surface and selected mounting hardware, drill the four holes through the mounting surface.
- Secure the ECU to the mounting surface using the selected mounting hardware.
Connecting the ECU to Power
WARNING
When connecting the power cable, do not remove the in-line fuse holder. To
prevent the possibility of injury or product damage caused by fire or
overheating, the appropriate fuse must be in place as indicated in the product
specifications. In addition, connecting the power cable without the
appropriate fuse in place voids the product warranty.
You should connect the ECU power cable directly to the boat battery, if possible. Although it is not recommended, if you connect the power cable to a terminal block or other source, you must connect it through a 40 A fuse. If you plan to route the ECU power through a breaker or a switch near the helm, you should consider using an appropriately sized relay and control wire instead of extending the ECU power cable.
- Route the connector-terminated end of the ECU power cable to the ECU, but do not connect it to the ECU.
- Route the bare-wire end of the ECU power cable to the boat battery. If the wire is not long enough, it can be extended (Power Cable Extensions, page 9).
- Connect the black wire (-) to the negative (-) terminal of the battery, and connect the red wire (+) to the positive (+) terminal of the battery.
- After you install all of the other autopilot components, connect the power cable to the ECU.
NOTICE
You should apply dielectric grease to the pin holes on the cable connector to
prevent corrosion, especially if you are using the autopilot system in
saltwater.
Power Cable Extensions
If necessary, you can extend the power cable using the appropriate wire gauge for the length of the extension.
Item | Description |
---|---|
1 | Fuse |
2 | Battery |
3 | 9 ft. (2.7 m) no extension |
Item | Description |
---|---|
1 | Splice |
2 | 10 AWG (5.26 mm²) extension wire |
3 | Fuse |
4 | 8 in. (20.3 cm) |
5 | Battery |
6 | 8 in. (20.3 cm) |
7 | Up to 15 ft. (4.6 m) |
Item | Description |
---|---|
1 | Splice |
2 | 8 AWG (8.36 mm²) extension wire |
3 | Fuse |
4 | 8 in. (20.3 cm) |
5 | Battery |
6 | 8 in. (20.3 cm) |
7 | Up to 23 ft. (7 m) |
Item | Description |
---|---|
1 | Splice |
2 | 6 AWG (13.29 mm²) extension wire |
3 | Fuse |
4 | 8 in. (20.3 cm) |
5 | Battery |
6 | 8 in. (20.3 cm) |
7 | Up to 36 ft. (11 m) |
Installing the Pump
The pump (sold separately) must be installed in your hydraulic steering lines
so the Reactor 40 Hydraulic autopilot can steer your boat. When you purchase a
pump sold by Garmin, it will have the correct cables, connectors, and
instructions. Follow the installation instructions provided with your pump to
mount it and connect it to your hydraulic steering system correctly.
Connecting the CCU
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Route the connector end of the CCU cable to the ECU and make the connection.
NOTICE You should apply dielectric grease to the pin holes on the cable connector to prevent corrosion, especially if you are using the autopilot system in saltwater. -
Route the orange and blue wires from the bare-wire portion of the CCU cable to the location where you plan to install the alarm (Installing the Alarm, page 12). If the cable is not long enough, extend the appropriate wires with 28 AWG (0.08 mm2) wire.
-
Route the brown and black wires from the bare-wire portion of the CCU cable to the location where you plan to install the Shadow Drive sensor (Installing the Shadow Drive Sensor, page 11). If the cable is not long enough, extend the appropriate wires with 28 AWG (0.08 mm2 ) wire
Installing the Shadow Drive Sensor
Connecting the Shadow Drive Sensor to the Hydraulic System Before you can install the Shadow Drive sensor, you must select a location at which to connect the Shadow Drive sensor to the hydraulic steering of your boat (Shadow Drive Sensor Mounting Considerations, page 7). For further assistance, consult the hydraulic-layout diagrams included with your pump. Use hydraulic connectors (not included) to install the Shadow Drive sensor in the appropriate hydraulic line.
Connecting the Shadow Drive Sensor to the CCU
- Route the bare-wire end of the CCU cable to the Shadow Drive sensor. If the cable is not long enough, extend the appropriate wires using 28 AWG (0.08 mm²) wire.
- Using a water-tight connection method, connect the cables based on this table.
Shadow Drive Sensor Wire Color | CCU Cable Wire Color |
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Red (+) | Brown (+) |
Black (-) | Black (-) |
Installing the Alarm
Before you can mount the alarm, you must select a mounting location (Alarm
Mounting and Connection Considerations, page 7).
- Route the alarm cable to the bare-wire end of the CCU cable. If the cable is not long enough, extend the appropriate wires with 28 AWG (0.08 mm2) wire.
- Using a water-tight connection method, connect the cables based on this table.
Alarm Wire Color| CCU Cable Wire Color
---|---
White (+)| Orange (+)
Black (-)| Blue (-) - Secure the alarm with cable ties or other mounting hardware (not included).
NMEA 2000 and the Autopilot Components
A dedicated helm control is not included in all autopilot packages. If you
install the autopilot without a dedicated helm control, the autopilot CCU must
be connected to the same NMEA 2000 network as a compatible Garmin chartplotter
to configure and control the autopilot system.
NOTICE
If you are connecting to an existing NMEA 2000 network, identify the NMEA 2000
power cable. Only one NMEA 2000 power cable is required for the NMEA 2000
network to operate properly. A NMEA 2000 Power Isolator (010-11580-00) should
be used in installations where the existing NMEA 2000 network manufacturer is
unknown. You can connect the CCU and the optional helm control through an
existing NMEA 2000 network. If you do not have an existing NMEA 2000 network
on your boat, all the parts needed to build one are supplied in the autopilot
package (Building a Basic NMEA 2000 Network for the Autopilot System, page
13). To use the advanced features of the autopilot, optional NMEA 2000
devices, such as a GPS device, can be connected to the NMEA 2000 network.If
you are unfamiliar with NMEA 2000, you should read the Technical Reference for
NMEA 2000 Products at
garmin.com/manuals/nmea_2000
Building a Basic NMEA 2000 Network for the Autopilot System
NOTICE
If you are installing a NMEA 2000 power cable, you must connect it to the boat
ignition switch or through another in-line switch. NMEA 2000 devices will
drain your battery if the NMEA 2000 power cable is connected to the battery
directly.
A dedicated helm control is not included in all autopilot packages. If you install the autopilot without a dedicated helm control, the autopilot CCU must be connected to the same NMEA 2000 network as a compatible Garmin chartplotter to configure and control the autopilot system.
-
Connect the three T-connectors together side-by-side.
-
Connect the included NMEA 2000 power cable to a 9 to 12 Vdc power source through a switch . You should connect the power cable to the ignition switch of the boat if possible, or route it through an inline switch (not included).
NOTE: The braided drain wire (bare) on the NMEA 2000 power cable must be connected to the same ground as the black wire on the NMEA 2000 power cable. -
Connect the NMEA 2000 power cable to one of the T-connectors.
-
Connect one of the included NMEA 2000 drop cables to one of the T connectors and to the helm control (optional) or to a compatible Garmin chartplotter .
-
Connect the other included NMEA 2000 drop cable to the other T connector and to the CCU .
-
Connect the male and female terminators to each end of the combined T connectors.
Connecting the Autopilot Components to an Existing NMEA 2000 Network
A dedicated helm control is not included in all autopilot packages. If you
install the autopilot without a dedicated helm control, the autopilot CCU must
be connected to the same NMEA 2000 network as a compatible Garmin chartplotter
to configure and control the autopilot system.
NOTICE
You should apply dielectric grease to the pin holes on the cable connectors to
prevent corrosion, especially if you are using the autopilot system in
saltwater.
-
Determine where to connect the CCU and the helm control (optional) to your existing NMEA 2000 backbone .
-
In the location where you plan to connect the CCU, disconnect one side of a NMEA 2000 T-connector from the network.
-
If necessary, connect a NMEA 2000 backbone extension cable (not included) to the side of the disconnected T-connector to extend the NMEA 2000 network backbone.
-
Add an included T‑connector for the CCU to the NMEA 2000 backbone by connecting it to the side of the disconnected T‑connector or backbone extension cable.
-
Route the included drop cable to the CCU and to the bottom of the T connector added in step 4. If the included drop cable is not long enough, you can use a drop cable up to 6 m (20 ft.) long (not included).
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Connect the drop cable to the CCU and the T-connector.
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If needed, repeat steps 2 through 6 for the helm control (optional) or a compatible Garmin chartplotter.
Connecting Optional NMEA 2000 Devices to the Autopilot System
You can use advanced features of the autopilot system by connecting optional
NMEA 2000 compatible devices, such as a GPS device, to the NMEA 2000 network.
- Add an additional T-connector (not included) to the NMEA 2000 network backbone.
- Connect the optional NMEA 2000 device to the T-connector by following the instructions provided with the device.
Bleeding the Hydraulics
NOTICE
This is a general procedure for bleeding a hydraulic steering system. Refer to
the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the steering system for more-
specific information about bleeding the system.
Before you bleed the hydraulic system, you should verify that all hose connections are complete and fully tightened.
-
Select an option:
- If the helm reservoir contains insufficient fluid, fill it as needed.
- If the helm reservoir contains excess fluid, remove the excess to avoid fluid overflow during the bleeding process.
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Insert a bypass hose between the cylinder bleed ports.
TIP: If you use a clear plastic hose for this bypass, you can observe air bubbles during the bleeding processes. -
Manually steer the helm fully to port.
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Open both bypass valves at the cylinder fittings.
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Manually turn the helm slowly to port over three minutes.
TIP: You can stop turning when you no longer see air moving through the bypass hose. -
Turn on the autopilot system and disable the Shadow Drive sensor. You can refer to the owner’s manual for your helm control or chartplotter for more information on disabling the Shadow Drive.
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Hold <1° (port) on the helm control or chartplotter for at least 10 seconds.
TIP: You can stop holding <1° when you no longer see air moving through the bypass hose. -
Close both bypass valves at the cylinder fittings.
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If necessary, add fluid to the helm reservoir.
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Repeat steps 3 through 9 for the starboard side.
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Hold <1° (port) on the helm control or chartplotter until steering stops and Hydraulic Pump Stall appears.
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Hold 1°> (starboard) on the helm control or chartplotter until steering stops and Hydraulic Pump Stall appears.
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Select an option:
- If Hydraulic Pump Stall dows not appear within 2 to 3 seconds after the cylinder stops, repeat steps 1-13 to bleed the system again.
- If Hydraulic Pump Stall appears within 2 to 3 seconds after the cylinder stops, the system bleed completed successfully. After hydraulic bleeding is complete, you can re-enable the Shadow Drive sensor.
Configuration
The autopilot must be configured and tuned to your boat dynamics. You can use
the Dockside Wizard and the Sea Trial Wizard on the helm control or a
compatible Garmin chartplotter to configure the autopilot. See the included
configuration guide for more information on configuring the autopilot.
Maintenance
Corrosion Blocker
NOTICE
To ensure the long life of all parts, apply corrosion blocker to the pump at
least twice yearly. A marine-rated corrosion blocker should be applied to the
pump after all hydraulic and electrical connections are made and the hydraulic
system has been bled.
Appendix
Specifications CCU
Dimensions (L × W × H) | 170 × 90 × 50 mm (6.7 × 3.5 × 2 in.) |
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Weight | 200 g (7 oz.) |
Temperature range | From -15° to 70°C (from 5° to 158°F) |
Material | Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic |
Water rating | IEC 60529 IPX7* |
CCU cable length | 5 m (16 ft.) |
NMEA 2000 input voltage | From 9 to 16 Vdc |
NMEA 2000 LEN | 4 (200 mA) |
The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating.
ECU
Dimensions (W × H × D) | 168 × 117 × 51 mm (6.6 × 4.6 × 2 in.) |
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Weight | 680 g (24 oz.) |
Temperature range | From -15° to 60°C (from 5° to 140°F) |
Material | Fully gasketed, high-impact aluminum alloy |
Water rating | IEC 60529 IPX71 |
Power cable length | 2.7 m (9 ft.) |
Input voltage | From 11.5 to 30 Vdc |
Fuse | 40 A, blade-type |
Main power usage | 1 A (not including the pump) |
Alarm
Specification | Measurement |
---|---|
Dimensions (L×diameter) | 29/32 × 1 in. (23 × 25 mm) |
Weight | 2.4 oz. (68 g) |
Temperature range | From 5°F to 140°F (from -15°C to 60°C) |
Cable length | 10 ft. (3.0 m) |
NMEA 2000 PGN Information
CCU
Type | PGN | Description |
---|---|---|
Transmit and receive | 059392 | ISO acknowledgment |
059904 | ISO request | |
060928 | ISO address claim | |
126208 | NMEA®: Command/Request/Acknowledge group function | |
126464 | Transmit/Receive PGN list group function | |
126996 | Product information | |
127257 | Transmit/Receive attitude data | |
127251 | Transmit/Receive rate of turn | |
Transmit only | 127250 | Vessel heading |
Receive only | 127258 | Magnetic variation |
127488 | Engine parameters: Rapid update | |
128259 | Water speed | |
129025 | Position: Rapid update | |
129026 | COG & SOG: Rapid update | |
129283 | Cross track error | |
129284 | Navigation data | |
130306 | Wind data |
Helm Control
A dedicated helm control is not included in all autopilot packages. To view
the PGN information for a helm control device, see the product owner’s manual
available for download at
garmin.com/manuals/ghc50.
Error and Warning Messages
Error Message | Cause | Autopilot Action |
---|---|---|
Autopilot ECU Voltage is Low | The pump supply voltage has fallen below 10 Vdc | |
for longer than 6 seconds. | Alarm sounds for 5 seconds Continues in normal |
operation
Autopilot is not receiving navigation data. Autopilot will hold the current
heading.| The autopilot is no longer receiving valid navigation data while
performing a Route To maneuver.This message also appears if navigation is
stopped on a chartplotter before the autopilot is disengaged.| Alarm sounds
for 5 seconds Autopilot transitions to heading hold
Connection with Autopilot Lost| The helm control has lost connection with the
CCU.| N/A
Autopilot Lost Wind Data (sailboat only)| The autopilot is no longer receiving
valid wind data.| Alarm sounds for 5 seconds Autopilot transitions to heading
hold
Autopilot ECU High Voltage| The pump supply voltage has risen above33.5 Vdc.|
Alarm sounds for 5 seconds The ECU shuts down
Autopilot ECU Voltage has Dropped Rapidly| The ECU voltage has dropped quickly
below 7.0 Vdc.| Alarm sounds for 5 secondsThe error is cleared when the ECU
voltage rises above 7.3 Vdc.
Autopilot ECU High Temper ature| The ECU temperature has risen above 100°C
(212°F ).| Alarm sounds for 5 seconds The ECU shuts down
Error: Lost communication between ECU and CCU (when the autopilot is engaged)|
Communication between the CCU and the ECU has timed out.| The helm control or
chartplotter beeps, and the autopilot transi tions to standby.
Contacting Garmin Support
- Go to support.garmin.com for help and information, such as product manuals, frequently asked questions, videos, and customer support.
- In the USA, call 913-397-8200 or 1-800-800-1020.
- In the UK, call 0808 238 0000.
- In Europe, call +44 (0) 870 850 1241.
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