NAVpilot-1000

Autopilot System · Autopilot & Bridge Systems

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Heading controlCapacity

Navigation Data / SensorMedium

The Furuno NAVpilot-1000 is an autopilot for the bridge that holds a set heading and steers through the vessel's steering gear. It takes heading information from a compass and drives the rudder through an interface to the steering system. It is part of the Furuno range of autopilots used on commercial vessels.

Specifications

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IMO ApprovedYes

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The NAVpilot-1000 is an autopilot system designed for vessels up to 100 meters in length.

Applications

Navigation

Features

Advanced AUTO mode
STBY, AUTO, NAV modes
FU-RC, NFU-RC, FU-KEY, NFU-KEY modes
DISENGAGED mode

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Source: Furuno Electric NAVpilot-1000 datasheet, p. 4

Service

Service notes.

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Check the heading input, rudder feedback and off-heading alarm at the annual survey. Confirm the changeover to manual steering works from the bridge at all times.

Inspection

Common failures & inspection points

Heading sensor fault or cable damage, causing the autopilot to lose its heading reference and alarm
Rudder feedback or drive interface fault, leading to poor steering or a steering alarm
Control head keypad or display ageing, so settings cannot be changed reliably
Poor tuning after changes in loading, giving hunting or sluggish course holding

Spares

Replacement Parts

Spare parts notes

Keep spare fuses, a heading sensor cable and the rudder feedback linkage parts on board. Order further parts through the maker or its authorised service network.

Classification

DNV type approval

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