Action to be taken in case of GYRO Failure :-

  • Inform Master.
  • Note down Date, Time & Position.
  • Inform VTS / Port Authority.
  • Switch over to the Backup Gyro feed (if fitted).
  • Switch over Autopilot to Hand Steering.
  • Steer the vessel with Magnetic Compass.
  • Obtain Magnetic Compass Error by celestial or Terrestrial means.
  • Plot the position of the vessel frequently.
  • Monitor the position of the vessels in vicinity.
  • Try to troubleshoot the Gyro with reference to the manual, if unable to rectify inform the same to company agent.
  • Keep a record of all events.

Effects of GYRO Failure:

  • RADAR will automatically switch to HeadUp mode & Relative motion
  • ECDIS will give Alarm and will change the input to GPS - COG
  • AIS will transmit "DATA NOT AVAILABLE" in heading of the vessel
        

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