AUTO TAB CONTROL (ATC) OWNER’S MANUAL & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: This manual contains critical information directly affecting the safe and efficient operation of your boat. Please read thoroughly before operating the Auto Tab Control system.
Congratulations! You are the owner of the most sophisticated Trim Tab control system in the world. Nothing will create a more efficiently trimmed boat than the ATC. It constantly monitors your boat’s position and uses your trim tabs to maintain your optimal cruising attitude.
SECTION 2 BEFORE INSTALLING THE AUTO TAB CONTROL, YOU MUST CHECK THE TRIM TAB SYSTEM INSTALLATION The ATC system interfaces with the boat’s trim tab system, and automatically operates the trim tab Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU). Therefore before you install and operate the ATC system it is critical you confirm that the HPU wiring and hydraulic tubing is connected EXACTLY as described in items 1 and 2 below. 1.
For Boat Leveler Insta-Trim Systems The Auto Tab Control installation instructions are based on Bennett Trim Tab wire colors.
Turning the ATC on. Once you’ve set the Zero Point you can now press the ON/OFF button for 2-3 seconds to turn your ATC on. It will now take control of your trim tabs. ATC Memory. Once the Zero Point is set, the ATC will retain this attitude in memory permanently, or until it is reset.
SECTION 4 ACTIVATING AND DEACTIVATING THE AUTO TAB CONTROL The ATC system is activated by pressing the ON/OFF button for 2-3 seconds. When the button is released, the red ON/OFF LED lights up indicating the unit is operating. Once activated, the ATC continuously analyzes and calculates the attitude of your boat and directs messages to operate the trim tabs. The ATC continues to make corrections as necessary until deactivated.
BE PRUDENT — IF IT APPEARS THE ATC SYSTEM IS CAUSING YOUR BOAT TO REACT IN AN UNDESIRABLE MANNER, STOP THE BOAT – THEN INVESTIGATE THE PROBLEM. Trim tabs and the ATC system have a significant effect on the operation and versatility of your boat, and nobody knows your boat better than you. The best learning method is to spend time getting familiar with your boat’s reaction to the trim tabs and ATC system. Always operate your boat with safety first in mind. SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING THE SYSTEM 1.
AUTO TAB CONTROL (ATC) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Plan how you will lay out the system. Consider the wire runs from the Keypad to the Control Unit. Make sure battery power is disconnected! For Non-Electronic Bennett Trim Tab Control Systems (Rocker Switch Control, Single Lever Control and Racing Type Control) (Refer to Diagram on Page 12) 5($' ),567 $OLJQ WKH DUURZ RQ WKH WRS RI WKH &RQWURO 8QLW ZLWK WKH GLUHFWLRQ RI WKH FHQWHUOLQH for .
Step 2: Mounting the ATC Keypad • Cut out the template from the last page of this manual. • Tape the template to the dash where you intend to mount the Keypad. (Make sure it is within 6 feet of the Control Unit.) Check behind panel for wires or obstruction. • Drill a 3/4" hole for the ATC Keypad cable and two 3/16th-inch holes for the mounting screws. • Connect the ATC Keypad Cable to the Keypad. Apply a thin bead of silicone sealant around the perimeter of the Keypad back.
Step 5: Connecting the Trim Tab Wire Harness to the ATC Control Unit • Cut the terminals off the ends of the existing 4-color Trim Tab Wire Harness. • Strip approximately 3/16ths of an inch on each wire. Pigtail for Wire Harness (PT109) • Crimp the butt splices on the Pigtail for Wire Harness (PT109) onto the Trim Tab Wire Harness, matching color to color. • Plug the Pigtail for Wire Harness (PT109) into the Control Unit connection marked “Relay Module.
Installation Instructions for Electronic Indicator Control (EIC5000) Systems IMPORTANT: If you did not purchase the Auto Tab Control set designed for the Electronic Indicator Control (EIC) you will have to contact Bennett Marine for a Wire Harness to run from the EIC Module to the ATC Control Unit. (Refer to Diagram on Page 13) Follow steps 1, 2 and 3 from the Non-Electronic Bennett Trim Tab Control Systems Instructions.
System Schematic and Parts List for Non-Electronic Trim Tab Controls 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Description ATC Keypad ATC 6' Keypad Cable ATC Control Unit ATC Power Pigtail Pigtail for Wire Harness ATC 4-Color 6' Wire Harness Relay Module - 12 or 24 Volt ATC Hardware Bag (not shown) Part # AC3250 AC32506 AC3400 9 AC3121 10 PT109 11 WH3006 RM12 (or RM24) AC3200 Optional Upper Station Description ATC Keypad ATC 22' Keypad Cable ATC Hardware Bridge (not shown) Hydraulic Power Unit (Existing) + - 5 4 7
System Schematic and Parts List for Bennett Electronic Indicator Control System 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Description Part # ATC Keypad ATC 6' Keypad Cable ATC Control Unit ATC Power Pigtail Pigtail for Wire Harness 25' Wire Harness ATC Hardware Bag (not shown) AC3250 AC32506 AC3400 AC3121 PT109 WH100025 AC3200 Optional Upper Station Description 8 ATC Keypad 9 ATC 22' Keypad Cable 10 ATC Hardware Bridge (not shown) Part # AC3250 AC325022 AC3225 Hydraulic Power Unit (Existing) EIC Relay Module (Existing)
If you have any questions regarding the installation of the Bennett Auto Tab Control, please contact us at Bennett Marine, Inc 550 Jim Moran Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 Phone: 954-427-1400 Email: info@BennettTrimTabs.com Web: www.BennettTrimTabs.
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