Engaging Route mode

Route mode allows you to automatically navigate a preset route saved on your display.

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Important

  • When following a route, Route mode will automatically turn the boat upon waypoint arrival to the next waypoint in the route.

  • The operator must remain at the helm at all times. Route mode is NOT designed to allow unattended operation of the boat.

  • It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that the route is safe to follow before engaging the autopilot.

  • It is also the responsibility of the operator to ensure that, when a waypoint arrival circle is reached, the next turn is safe to perform.

  1. Ensure that the engines are running.
  2. Place at least one running engine in forward gear.
    Note

    Route mode does not function with Electronic Remote Control (ERC) levers in neutral or reverse.

  3. Steer the boat in the direction of the first waypoint.
  4. Engage Route mode by:

    • Selecting Follow route from the Route context menu and then selecting Engage Autopilot from the notification dialog.

    • Selecting the desired location or waypoint in the Chart app, selecting Goto from the Chart context menu, and then selecting Engage Autopilot from the notification dialog.

  5. When the final destination waypoint or the last waypoint in a route has been reached, a warning is displayed giving you the following options:
    • Select Maintain Heading to enter Autoheading mode.
    • Select Standby to disengage the autopilot.