Connect The Cables - Humminbird APEX Series Installation Manual

APEX™ SERIES IN-DASH MOUNTING Installation Guide
5. From the front of the dashboard, with the control head screen facing out, carefully lower the
control head into the mounting hole.
NOTE: If the control head will not fit through the mounting hole, remove one of the gimbal
knobs and angle the control head into the mounting hole. Replace the gimbal knob before
proceeding to step 6.
6. Press down lightly on the control head. Confirm the control head is centered and flush against
the dashboard. Make adjustments, as needed.
7. From under the dashboard, insert the vertical bracket holes over the bolts. Ensure the top and
bottom of the vertical bracket is evenly aligned and flush against the dash. See the illustration
Installing the Vertical Bracket.
8. Install a flat washer (1/4" x 3/4") and hex nut (1/4" - 20) onto each carriage bolt. See the illustration
Installing the Vertical Bracket. Use a 7/16" adjustable wrench to hand-tighten the nuts until the
assembly is secured. Then tighten no more than 2 additional turns. Hand-tighten only!
Do NOT over-tighten the hex nuts. The bracket should remain straight without bending.
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| Connect the Cables

In this step, you will route the cables to the control head connector panel.
CAUTION! Do NOT mount the cables where the connectors could be submerged in water or flooded.
If cables are installed in a splash-prone area, it may be helpful to apply dielectric grease to the
inside of the connectors to prevent corrosion. Dielectric grease can be purchased separately from
a general hardware or automotive store.
1. Route the cables to the control head through the bottom opening in the vertical bracket. See
the illustration Routing Cables to the Control Head.
2. Connect each cable to the appropriate ports on the control head. The ports are labeled, and the
connectors are keyed to prevent incorrect installation.
3. Hand-tighten the screw nut on each cable to secure the connection. See the illustration Hand-
Tightening the Screw Nut.
Cover any unused ports with the tethered caps to prevent potential damage.
4. Your control head is ready for operation. See the Quick Start Guide to get started and download
the APEX/SOLIX Operations Manual from our Web site at humminbird.com.
Installing the Vertical Bracket
vertical
bracket
flat washer hex nut
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Routing Cables to the Control Head
Hand-Tightening the Screw Nut
screw nut