Installing The Sensitive Element - Simrad GC80 Compact MK2 User Manual

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6.6

Installing the Sensitive element

Note!
Caution
Note!
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The Sensitive element is shipped from the factory in a separate package.
The element has to be installed in the Master compass according to the
description below.
A special tool (part no. 44174449) is required when installing the Sensitive
element. This tool is included in the Gyro packaging, and the Sensitive
element should not be installed without using this tool.
Use extreme caution when handling the Sensitive element! Do not tilt
the element. It is filled with oil and the top includes a ventilation
opening.
1
Make sure that the Master compass is installed and cables
connected according to the description on page 50 onwards.
2
Remove the 4 screws on the Horizontal ring.
3
Carefully lift the Sensitive element from its packaging, and remove
the rubber tube on top of the element.
The packaging and the rubber tube should be kept for re-use if the
Sensitive element has to be sent to factory for service!
4
Tilt the Horizontal ring to the side where the plug is located, and
carefully put the Sensitive element into the ring.
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The socket on the Sensitive element should be located
right above the plug attached to the Horizontal ring.
5
Position the Sensitive element on the Horizontal ring by putting the
assembly jigs into the holes as indicated in the figure below.
Observe the labelling and the diameter on the jigs. Fasten 2 screws
in the other 2 holes.
Simrad GC80/85 Compact MK2 Gyro Compass
988-12718-003

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