Rudder test – Simrad AP25 User Manual
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Configuration and setup
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Rudder Test
Note !
If the boat uses power assisted steering, it is important that the 
engine or electric motor used to enable the power assist steering 
be turned on prior to this test. 
Bring the rudder manually to midship position before starting the 
test. 
Caution !
Stand CLEAR of the wheel and do not attempt to take manual 
control of the wheel during this test! 
Activate the automatic rudder 
test by turning the course knob 
clockwise. 
Note! 
The automatic rudder test can 
be aborted any time by pressing 
the STBY button. 
The AP25 will after a few 
seconds issue a series of PORT 
and STBD rudder commands to 
automatically verify correct 
rudder direction. It detects 
minimum power to drive the 
rudder and then reduces the 
rudder speed if it exceeds the 
maximum recommended speed 
(8°/sec.) for autopilot operation. 
The Rudder test is verified by the display showing ‘Motor OK’, 
‘Solenoids OK’, or ‘Failed’. If ‘Failed’ is given, check for 
correct electrical connection. 
When test is finished the display will read: 
or
