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Chapter 5: Commissioning the Tiller Pilot 51Chapter 5: Commissioning the Tiller Pilot5.1 Functional testsSwitch onThis chapter explains how to commission your tiller pilot afterinstallation. This consists of a number of simple functional testsfollowed by a short sea trial.1. Switch on the main power breaker.2. The autopilot should beep and display the pilot number (ST1000or ST2000).3. Within 2 seconds, the display should show a flashing ‘C’ followedby the compass heading (for example, C 234). This shows theautopilot is active.Note: If the tiller pilot does not beep or display the compass heading,please refer to the Fault Finding section (see page 28).5 Commissioning the Tiller PilotOperating senseThe operating sense defines the direction the tiller pilot will applyhelm when a course change key is pressed or the boat goes off course.To check the operating sense:1. Place the pushrod end over the tiller pin.2. Press +10.3. The helm should move to produce a turn to starboard.4. If the helm produces a turn to port, refer to the followinginstructions on reversing the operating sense.D168-3