Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack Installation Instructi
Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack Manual
 |
View all Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack manual content summary:
- Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 1
™ 40 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Information WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box 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 - Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 2
-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. Item Description Helm control 12 to 24 Vdc battery CCU Drive unit ECU Important Considerations A dedicated helm control - Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 3
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. It is an optional accessory that can be used only on a boat with - Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 4
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 1 Determine the mounting location. 2 Using the CCU as a template, mark the two - Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 5
Reactor 40 Mechanical autopilot can steer your boat. When you purchase a drive unit sold by Garmin, it will include the correct cables, connectors, and instructions. If a drive unit is installed on your boat already, you can use a drive unit power cable (sold separately) to adapt your drive unit for - Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 6
drive unit not sold by Garmin, you must also install a rudder feedback sensor, such as the GRF 10 (sold separately). Follow the installation instructions provided with your GRF rudder feedback sensor to connect it to your rudder control and autopilot system. Connecting to an Existing Rudder Feedback - Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 7
NMEA 2000, you should read the "NMEA 2000 Network Fundamentals" chapter of the Technical Reference for NMEA 2000 Products. To download this document, select Manuals on the product page for your device at www.garmin.com. Building a Basic NMEA 2000 Network for the Autopilot System NOTICE If you are - Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 8
receive data output by this chartplotter. • See the NMEA 0183 device installation instructions to identify the transmit (Tx) and receive (Rx) wires. • You manual for more information. • See the chartplotter owner's manual for a list of the approved NMEA 0183 sentences that the chartplotter supports - Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 9
Wire Helm Control Wire Color - Function White - Tx/B (-) Brown - Rx/A (+) NMEA 0183 Compatible Device Wire Function Rx/B (-) Tx/A (+) NMEA 2000 network (provides power to the helm control) 12 Vdc power source Helm control NMEA 0183 compatible device Wire Helm Control Wire Color - Function N/A N/A - Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 10
. 1 Go to my.garmin.com/registration. 2 Sign in to your Garmin account. 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 - Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 11
- Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical/Retrofit/Solenoid Corepack | Installation Instructi - Page 12
support.garmin.com
-
1 -
2 -
3 -
4 -
5 -
6 -
7 -
8
-
9
-
10
-
11
-
12
 |
 |
REACTOR
™
40 MECHANICAL
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Information
WARNING
See the
Important Safety and Product Information
guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
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
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.
Failure to install and maintain this equipment in accordance with
these instructions could result in damage or injury.
NOTICE
To avoid 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.
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
www.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
•
90 mm (3.5 in.) hole saw or a rotary cutting tool (for installing
an optional helm control)
•
Wire cutters/strippers
•
Phillips and flat screwdrivers
•
Cable ties
•
Waterproof wire connectors (wire nuts) or heat-shrink tubing
and a heat gun
•
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
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.
Helm control
data cable
You should install this cable only if you are
connecting the autopilot to optional NMEA
®
0183
devices, such as a wind sensor, a water-speed
sensor, or a GPS device (
NMEA 0183
Connection Considerations
, page 8
).
NMEA 2000
power 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.
NMEA 2000
network
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 4
).
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 7
).
April 2019
190-02317-02_0B