Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn
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- Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 1
™ 40 HYDRAULIC 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 Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 2
Tools and Supplies Needed • Safety glasses • Drill and drill bits • Wrenches • Jigsaw or a rotary cutting tool (for installing an optional helm control) • Wire cutters/strippers • Phillips and flat screwdrivers • Cable ties • Solder and water-tight heat shrink tubing or water-tight, heat-shrink, - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 3
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it to the CCU cable (Installing the Shadow Drive Sensor, page 16). If your autopilot package does not include a Shadow Drive sensor, you should install a manual Single Pole Single Throw (SPST) switch (not included) to disable the autopilot if necessary. 4 - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 5
NOTE: This diagram is for planning purposes only. If needed, specific connection diagrams are included in the detailed installation instructions for each component. Hydraulic connections are not shown in this diagram. Item Description Important Considerations Helm control A dedicated helm - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 6
NOTE: This diagram is for planning purposes only. If needed, specific connection diagrams are included in the detailed installation instructions for each component. Hydraulic connections are not shown in this diagram. Item Description Important Considerations Helm control A dedicated helm - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 7
CCU Mounting and Connection Considerations • The CCU is the primary sensor of the Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic autopilot system. For best performance, observe these considerations when selecting a mounting location. ◦ A handheld compass should be used to test for magnetic interference in the area - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 8
Pump Mounting Considerations Consult the hydraulic-layout diagrams in these instructions to help determine the pump-installation location (Hydraulic Layouts, page the hydraulic steering lines of your boat. It detects when you manually take control of the helm and suspends autopilot control of the - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 9
Layouts NOTICE If the steering system in your boat does not match any of the hydraulic layouts in this manual and you are unsure how to install the pump, contact Garmin Product Support. Before you start the pump installation, identify the type of hydraulic steering system in your boat. Each boat is - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 10
Shadow Drive sensor Starboard line Return line Shut-off valves Port line Pump Helm Steering cylinder Dual-Helm Layout 10 - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 11
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 Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 12
ECU Installation Mounting the ECU Before you can mount the ECU, you must select a location and determine the correct mounting hardware (ECU Mounting and Connection Considerations, page 8). 1 Hold the ECU in the intended mounting location and mark the locations of the mounting holes on the mounting - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 13
Item Description Splice 10 AWG (5.26 mm²) extension wire Fuse 8 in. (20.3 cm) Battery 8 in. (20.3 cm) Up to 15 ft. (4.6 m) 13 - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 14
Item Description Splice 8 AWG (8.36 mm²) extension wire Fuse 8 in. (20.3 cm) Battery 8 in. (20.3 cm) Up to 23 ft. (7 m) Item Description Splice 6 AWG (13.29 mm²) extension wire Fuse 8 in. (20.3 cm) Battery 8 in. (20.3 cm) Up to 36 ft. (11 m) 14 - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 15
Pump Installation Mounting the Pump Before you can mount the pump, you must select a location (Pump Mounting Considerations, page 8) and determine the correct mounting hardware (Tools and Supplies Needed, page 2). 1 Hold the pump in the intended mounting location and mark the locations of the - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 16
to the NMEA 2000 network. If you are unfamiliar with NMEA 2000, you should read the Technical Reference for NMEA 2000 Products at garmin.com/manuals/nmea_2000. 16 - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 17
Building a Basic NMEA 2000 Network for the Autopilot System NOTICE If you are installing a NMEA 2000 power cable, you must connect it to the boat ignition switch or through another in-line switch. NMEA 2000 devices will drain your battery if the NMEA 2000 power cable is connected to the battery - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 18
Connecting the Autopilot Components to an Existing NMEA 2000 Network 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 - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 19
a hydraulic steering system. Refer to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the steering disable the Shadow Drive sensor. You can refer to the owner's manual for your helm control or chartplotter for more information on disabling guide for more information on configuring the autopilot. 19 - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 20
Maintenance Corrosion Blocker NOTICE To ensure the long life of all parts, apply corrosion blocker to the pump at least twice yearly. A marine-rated corrosion blocker should be applied to the pump after all hydraulic and electrical connections are made and the hydraulic system has been bled. - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 21
ECU Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight Temperature range Material Water rating Power cable length Input voltage Fuse Main power usage Alarm Specification Dimensions (L×diameter) Weight Temperature range Cable length 168 × 117 × 51 mm (6.6 × 4.6 × 2 in.) 680 g (24 oz.) From -15° to 60°C (from 5° to 140 - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 22
Helm Control A dedicated helm control is not included in all autopilot packages. To view the PGN information for a helm control device, see the product owner's manual available for download at garmin.com - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 23
control or chartplotter beeps, and the autopilot transi tions to standby. 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 - Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with GHC 50 and Shadow Drive Techn - Page 24
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COMPACT
REACTOR
™
40
HYDRAULIC
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.
To avoid possible personal injury and 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.
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
Failure to install and maintain this equipment in accordance with these instructions could result in damage or
injury.
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.
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
garmin.com
.
You should record the serial number of each component for registration and warranty purposes.
GUID-E60BF24E-0510-46B3-8BEC-D55273E88F18 v3
May 2022