Humminbird APEX Series Installation Manual page 15

APEX™ SERIES IN-DASH MOUNTING Installation Guide
Overview
Following are instructions for the in-dash mount installation of the APEX control head. We encourage
you to read this guide before starting the installation, so you may understand the installation
requirements.
Technical Support: If you find that any items are missing from your installation kit, visit our Web site
at humminbird.com or call Humminbird® Technical Support at 1-800-633-1468.
Supplies: In addition to the hardware supplied with your accessory, you will need a drill and various
drill bits, a cutting tool for the dashboard material, various hand tools (including a 3/16" (4.78 mm)
adjustable wrench and a #2 Phillips screwdriver for the front mount option or a 7/16" (11 mm)
adjustable wrench for the rear mount option), safety glasses and dust mask, masking tape, and a
towel or cloth.
WARNING! Do NOT use power tools to secure the hardware. We encourage you to read the installation
instructions so you may understand the installation requirements.
NOTE: Product supplies and features are subject to change without notice.
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| Plan the Mounting Location
Start by locating a suitable, flat area of the dashboard for mounting. Consider the following to find
the best mounting location:
Δ Interference: The mounting location must provide adequate distance from electric motors or
any equipment that may cause electronic interference.
Δ Stability: The mounting area should be protected from waves, shock, vibration, and water.
Δ Depth: The mounting area should have a depth of 4" (102 mm) for the front-mount installation
and 5.5" (139.7 mm) for the rear-mount installation to allow space for the control head and cables.
Δ Ventilation: The area beneath the mounting surface should be well-ventilated.
Δ Accessibility: The location should be easily accessible for all cables to reach the ports on the
back of the control head.
Δ Multiple Control Heads: If you plan to install more than one control head side by side, leave a
minimum space of 1 7/16" (36.2 mm) between mounting holes. This will allow for 1/4" (7 mm)
between control heads with the covers installed and space for the bracket under the dashboard.
Take your measurement from the front, left or right side of the control head cut line. See the
template for more information.
NOTE: If a cable is too short for your application, extension cables are available. For assistance,
contact Humminbird Technical Support.
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| Cut the In-Dash Mounting Hole
To in-dash mount the APEX control head, start by placing the components on the surfaces where you
intend to install them.
1. Review the instructions, measurements, and cutting options indicated on the In-dash Mounting
Template.
2. Tape the template to the chosen in-dash mounting location.
3. Using the template, select the cutting method that is best for your boat:
Δ Drill one entry hole away from the main cut line that is large enough to insert the blade of
your cutting tool.
OR
Δ Using a 7/16" drill bit, drill the 4 corner holes (inside the main cut line) as shown on the
template. Use one of the corner holes as an entry hole, or drill an additional entry hole away
from the main cut line.
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