Warnings And Cautions; Potential Ignition Source; Location Requirements - Ev-1 And Ev-2 - Raymarine EVOLUTION EV-1 Installation Instructions Manual

7.1 Warnings and cautions

Important: Before proceeding, ensure that you have read and understood the warnings and
cautions provided in the

7.2 Potential ignition source

This product is NOT approved for use in hazardous/flammable atmospheres. Do NOT install in a
hazardous/flammable atmosphere (such as in an engine room or near fuel tanks).
7.3 Location requirements — EV–1 and EV–2
The installation location must take into account the following requirements:
• The unit can be installed above or below decks.
• The unit must be mounted on a horizontal and level surface. The unit may be mounted upright or
upside-down, but the unit must be level within 5º of pitch and 5º of roll (compared with the vessel's
neutral position when at rest and normally loaded).
1. Roll
2. Pitch
• The unit can be mounted on a vertical surface such as a bulkhead or mast etc, using the supplied
bracket.
• The unit location must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from any source of magnetic interference, such
as compasses and electrical cables.
• Choose a location where the unit will be safe from physical damage and excessive vibration.
• Choose a location where the unit will not be subjected to a load or force.
• Mount away from any source of heat or potential flammable hazards, such as fuel vapor.
• The unit should be mounted in a location where the diagnostics LED is viewable.
• The unit must be mounted with the LED 'arrow' on the top of the unit pointing towards the vessel's
bow and must be in parallel alignment with the longitudinal axis (centerline) of the vessel.
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