Installation; Installation Of Display Unit - Furuno GP-1850WF Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION

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Installation of Display Unit

Mounting considerations
The display unit can be installed on a tabletop, on the overhead or flush mounted in a
console or panel.
Hard Cover
When selecting a mounting location for the display unit keep the following in mind:
• Keep the display unit out of direct sunlight.
• The temperature and humidity should be moderate and stable.
• Locate the unit away from exhaust pipes and vents.
• The mounting location should be well ventilated.
• Mount the unit where shock and vibration are minimal.
• Keep the unit away electromagnetic field generating equipment such as motor, generator.
• For maintenance and checking purposes, leave sufficient space at the sides and rear of
the unit and leave slack in cables.
• A magnetic compass will be affected if placed too close to the display unit. Observe the
following compass safe distances to prevent disturbance to the magnetic compass:
Standard compass: 0.5 meters
Steering compass: 0.3 meters
• Rubber feet (supplied) which absorb vibration may be attached as below if vibration is a
problem. Note however that the display unit can only be tilted within 10° from vertical
position when the rubber feet are used.
Tabletop
Tabletop, overhead mounting methods
45 ±5 mm
Align with edge
of hanger.
Overhead
Rubber foot
TM-166 No.18 black
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