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SideThruster Joystick times out too fast
Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2016 12:29 pm
by Dr Luke
I can use some help troubleshooting. I have a SideThruster joystick controller for the bow thruster on my new to me 32+2. According to an online owners manual it should time out and shut off after nine minutes, however it shuts off in 45-50 seconds. Does anyone have sage advice they can share?
Re: SideThruster Joystick times out too fast
Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2016 1:06 pm
by catalina_mike
If the unit has a low voltage protection built in it could be that. Verify voltage at the thruster when running and not to compare.
Re: SideThruster Joystick times out too fast
Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2016 1:24 pm
by Dr Luke
It doesn't cut out when running. It shuts off when waiting for input. Disconcerting when you reach for it only to find its off (again)
Re: SideThruster Joystick times out too fast
Posted: Sun Jan 15, 2017 5:15 pm
by Dr Luke
Well, came up with a solution, but not what was initially planned: a new 100kg thruster, all new wiring and controls, 8d battery to power it and to enlarge the house bank (in forward space), and a dedicated battery charger. That should solve the problem of spinning the hull in tight spaces with significant wind blowing... when doing that old school single prop way doesn't fly!
Ugh... but, should help with trim too!