P70 Message

[Chuck - Raymarine - Moderator]

Brent,

Following the autopilot reset, the vessel magnetic deviation data and handling characteristics of the autopilot will have been erased. The vessel must be taken out and exercised within the manner specified within the referenced FAQ in order for the autopilot to determine this data again.

Putting the autopilot into Auto mode and then providing +/- 10 commands to the autopilot should cause the rudder to move in the direction of the command. After witnessing each movement of the rudder, the autopilot should be commanded into Standby mode. Autopilot pumps may be tested by simply connecting the pump's motor leads to 12 VDC power circuit to verify that it pumps in one direction. After doing so, the pump's motor leads will be connected to the opposite polarity of the 12VDC power circuit to verify that it pumps in the opposite direction. If so, the the pump would be deemed to be operational.