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CONTENTS
INSTALLATION
COMPASS ADJUSTING
MAINTENANCE
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1. INSTALLATION
Positioning
Installation
Details and notes within the installation drawings give adequate information to carry
out an installation.
Care should be taken to ensure the vertical axis of the periscope and binnacle are
parallel. If there is any doubt as to the capability of the shipyard methods to guarantee
this, then we recommend the following:-
a) Fit the binnacle as per drawings.
b) Fit the compass in the binnacle.
c) Locate the periscope into the base of the binnacle as per drawing.
d) Hold the periscope in position and check that the compass card can be viewed
through the mirror. Adjust the position if necessary.
e) Secure the ceiling flange.
2. COMPASS ADJUSTING
We have enclosed with the drawings a copy of the UK Marine Safety Agency Marine
Guidance Note number MGN 57(M+F). Although this is a UK Guidance Note, we
have yet to find another document which identifies the adjusting requirements of a
magnetic compass, and therefore propose that this should be followed.
3. MAINTENANCE
Compass Bowl
The compass bowl should be regularly inspected to ensure that there are no leaks or
bubbles. In addition, the upper and lower glass should be maintained in a clean
condition, and the compass gimballing checked.
A few times per year, and more regularly on vessels with high vibration levels or
following heavy weather, an operational test should be carried out on the magnetic
compass to ensure that no friction has developed on the pivot and jewel. This
operational test should be carried out as follows:-
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Whilst the vessel is alongside, bring a magnetic object towards the compass so that the
heading is deviated by 2 degrees. Hold the deviated compass card in this position for
10 seconds, and then release by removing the magnetic object. When the compass
card settles it should be within 15 minutes of arc of the original heading. If the
compass card does not return within this limit then there is a high level of friction
between the pivot and jewel. The compass should be overhauled by a competent
authority, as described in Marine Guidance Note MGN 57.
Binnacle
The MK 2000 Binnacle has one of the simplest periscope arrangements, utilising only
one lens and mirror. The lens is easily removed for cleaning at periodic intervals from
the foreward side of the binnacle.
The only area where maintenance may be required is with the binnacle lighting. There
are two 24 volt lamps within the binnacle, and an additional spare, all accessible by
removing the binnacle helmet and tilting the compass bowl.
Spare Parts
The following is a list of spare parts and their stock code numbers:-
Instruction Sheets/Sales Dept/MK 2000 Compass & Binnacle/Installation & Operators Manual
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To fit FW9853 Periscope Assy.
Turn Periscope to Starboard.
Locate Stop on Periscope FW9859 'OCEAN' Compass
Tube into slot in base of
Binnacle. Push Tube up
and turn to Forward position.
Fasten the Periscope in
place with the six
Woodscrews supplied. FW9850 Mk2000 Binnacle
Binnacle Base
Slot W1072 Lens
Periscope Tube
Stop 80
Steel Seat
Deck (Yard Supply)
Ceiling 73
6 x W9122 Woodscrews
170 & 6 x W9138 Washers
210 ( Supplied )
24 v.D.C.
15 W.
Lamps LOCATION OF
LAMPS & J.B'S
Location of Cable
Deck Pipe (Yard Supply)
CABLE CONNECTIONS. to be clear of Reflector
Assembly & provide easy
access to Cable Tubes.
6 x 1.5 m.m.
Size to suit Yard Supply
Cables for Lamps.
6 x 1.5 m.m.
2 x 21 m.m. Dia.
Cable Tubes
Control Unit
Illumination
201 m.m.
FWD
50
C
L of Vessel
if fitted
50
10 m.m.
50 m.m.
FWD
101
m.m.
0
45 120
m.m.
50 50
Position of
Position of Cable Deck
additional Pipe
Cable Deck
Pipe if T.M.C.
fitted
565 m.m.
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x 8 x
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MAGNETIC COMPASS
ILLUMINATION
192
A.C. DIMMER L1
OFF
D.C. L2
SUPPLY LAMP
REV.3. 30.1.2001
Redrawn
REV.2. 12.12.2000
HIGH and LOW
Weight 0.62 kg. replaced with DIMMER
and AC, DIMMER, L1 RAISED 4 M.M.
SCALE REV. APPROVED
JOHN LILLEY & GILLIE LTD.
N.T.S. 3 A.M.Younger
CLIVE STREET
DRAWN BY DATE
NORTH SHIELDS
TYNE & WEAR A.M.YOUNGER 30.1.2001.
NE29 6LF TITLE DRAWING No.
TEL : 0191 2572217
FAX : 0191 2571521
FW9862 ILLUMINATION CONTROL UNIT A4 - 8013
Four off 7 m.m. dia. Holes
to take M6 x 16 Pan/Head
Posidrive Screws ( Supplied )
38 m.m.
88.5 m.m.
88.5 m.m.
82 m.m.
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88.5 m.m.
88.5 m.m.
82 m.m.
38 m.m.
L1 L2
SW3
L2 L1
RL1
LAMP HOLDERS
R1
SW1
SW2 Binnacle Assembly
OFF
AC DC
Control Unit
SW4
AC-24VDC PSU
TB1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 TB2
8 9 10 5 6 7
U V N P
DC SUPPLY
AC SUPPLY
Ba15d
PYGMY 24/15/SBC
REV. 3. 2.10.2000.
15 Watts was 25
REV. 2. 5.7.2000.
CODE ADDED
SCALE REV. APPROVED
JOHN LILLEY & GILLIE LTD.
N.T.S. 3 A.M.Younger
CLIVE STREET
DRAWN BY DATE
NORTH SHIELDS
TYNE & WEAR A.M.YOUNGER 2.10.2000.
NE29 6LF TITLE DRAWING No.
TEL : 0191 2572217
FAX : 0191 2571521
MK2000 BINNACLE LAMP A4 - 8011
Card 175 m.m. Dia.
(Graduated in 360 single degrees )
13
11
000
345 m.m.
W
E
E
S
8 m.m.
Dia.
33.5 m.m.
129.5 m.m.
306.5 m.m.
Rev.2. 30.1.2001.
WEIGHT 8.5 kg. Redrawn
181 m.m.
21
9
m m.
.m
. 4 m.
22
ATTACHMENT.
2 Shadowpin L = 187 m.m.
1 Shadowpin L = 160 m.m.
Rev.2. 30.1.2001.
Redrawn
E
D
Y
A
F
Millimetres
DECK TO CEILING A
DEPTH OF CEILING C
DECK PLANKING D
STEEL SEAT E
Flinders Plates
1285 m.m.
714 m.m.
FW9856
Quadrantal Correctors
Rev. 3. 30.1.01.
Redrawn
Rev. 2. 2.10.00.
520 m.m. Flinders Plates Added
DIMENSIONS SCALE REV. APPROVED
JOHN LILLEY & GILLIE LTD.
MILLIMETRES N.T.S. 3 A.M.Younger
CLIVE STREET
DRAWN BY DATE
NORTH SHIELDS
TYNE & WEAR A.M.YOUNGER 30.1.2001.
NE29 6LF TITLE DRAWING No.
TEL : 0191 2572217
FAX : 0191 2571521 MK2000 BINNACLE MOUNTING A4 - 8000
MARINE GUIDANCE NOTE
MGN 57 (M+F)
Summary
This Note reminds all seafarers how to operate, maintain and test magnetic compasses.
Key Points:-
Adjustments and repairs should only be carried out by a certified compass adjuster.
3. Requirements for fishing vessels with a (c) the ship undergoes structural repairs or
registered length of 12 metres or more are given alterations that could affect its permanent and
in the Fishing Vessels (Safety Provisions) Rules induced magnetism;
1975 and the Instructions for the Guidance of
Surveyors of Fishing Vessels. Smaller fishing (d) electrical or magnetic equipment close to the
vessels should make every effort to meet the compass is added, removed or altered; or,
same requirements.
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(e) a period of two years has elapsed since the 11. If a qualified compass adjuster is unavailable
last adjustment and a record of compass and the Master considers it necessary then
deviations has not been maintained, or the adjustments may be made by a person holding a
recorded deviations are excessive or when the Certificate of Competency (Deck Officer) Class 1
compass shows physical defects. (Master Mariner). The compass must be re-
adjusted by a qualified compass adjuster at the
Effects of Changes in Magnetism During the next available opportunity.
Life of a Ship
12. The date of any adjustment and other details
6. Because the magnetism of a new ship can be should be noted in the compass deviation book.
particularly unstable, the performance of The position of correctors should be recorded in the
magnetic compasses should be monitored compass book and on deviation cards. Because the
carefully during the early life of a ship, and distances from the co-efficients B and C correctors
adjustments made if necessary. to the standard compass card and to the
transmitting element are different, a transmitting
7. Masters are advised that it is essential to magnetic compass will be overcompensated
check the performance of magnetic compasses resulting in an error, which can be as much as
particularly after: 2 1/2 degrees and cannot be corrected. Separate
deviation cards should be prepared for the
(a) carrying cargoes which have magnetic standard compass and the transmitting magnetic
properties; compass repeater by comparing headings.
(b) using electromagnetic lifting appliances to 13. Repairs should only be made by a compass
load or discharge; manufacturer or other competent person using
proper test facilities. When the work is finished
(c) a casualty in which the ship has been subject the repairer should supply the Owner or Master
to severe contact or electrical charges; or, with a certificate specifying that the work was
done in accordance with the requirements of
(d) the ship has been laid up or has been lying ISO 2269, which sets out international standards
idle - even a short period of idleness can lead to for magnetic compasses.
serious deviations, especially for small vessels.
Portable Equipment that may interfere with
8. Further to 7(b), the retentive magnetism can Compasses
alter a ships magnetism, making compasses
unreliable. However, a large amount of the 14. Masters and Officers are advised that
magnetism induced by an electromagnet may portable electrical equipment (e.g. radios and
subsequently decay so immediate readjustment is tape recorders) or items made of steel can affect
not advised. Every effort should be made to the performance of a compass. Care should be
determine the compass deviation. taken to ensure that such items are kept away
from the compass position.
Monitoring Compass Performance
Spare Bowl
9. Compass performance should be monitored
by frequently recording deviations in a compass 15. If a spare magnetic compass bowl is required,
deviation book. This may show the need for then it should be carefully stowed together with
repair, testing or adjustment. In addition, its gimbal units away from the bridge structure
compasses should be inspected occasionally by a so that they are unaffected by any casualty
competent officer or compass adjuster. disabling the bridge.
10. In the UK, all adjustments should be made by 16. If a new or existing standard magnetic
a compass adjuster who holds a Certificate of compass is modified to provide a transmission
Competency as Compass Adjuster issued by the output then each device must be individually
UK Government. certified or re-certified with the transmitting
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element in place. Re-certification of modified 19. If a transmitting magnetic compass provides
existing compasses should be made, with the heading information, i.e. it is read by the
transmitting element attached to the compass helmsman at the main steering position, then the
bowl. In the UK, the testing authorities are: spare bowl must be fitted with a transmitting
element, and individual testing is required.
Defence Test and Evaluation Organisation, Alternatively, if heading information is provided
Compass Test Centre, by the reflected image of a standard compass or a
Land Magnetic Facility, separate steering compass, and a transmitting
Portland Bill, compass is fitted voluntarily to provide a repeater
Portland, facility to navigation equipment, then the spare
Dorset, DT5 2JT. (Formerly the Admiralty bowl does not require a separate transmitting
Compass Observatory), and element.
An executive agency of
THE DEPARTMENT OF THE
ENVIRONMENT, TRANSPORT
Safe Ships Clean Seas AND THE REGIONS