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Installation Notes – In-Hull Transducer
Detailed instructions for this installation will be included with the trans-
ducer. In this section, we will note just a few important points.
1.
Choose the best mounting location:
For outboard powerboats – Install as far aft as possible
For inboard/outboard powerboats – Install close to the engine(s)
For inboard powerboats – Install forward of the propeller(s) and
shaft(s)
For sailboats – Install near the centerline of the hull and forward of
the leading edge of the keel
2.
An in-hull transducer may only be installed in a fiberglass hull which is
no more than 1" (25 mm) thick. The in-hull transducer may not be
installed in wood or aluminum hulls.
3.
Use the standard in-hull transducer if it will be installed in a flat part of
the hull, or a section with no more than 10° of deadrise. Use the angled
in-hull transducer if the mounting location has up to a 22° of deadrise.
4.
Do not try to compensate for the angle of the hull by fairing the epoxy
adhesive on the face of the transducer.
5.
Use the epoxy supplied with the in-hull transducer, or an equivalent
epoxy glue. Do not use any other type of adhesive, including silicone
or RTV adhesive.
Installation Notes – Trolling Motor Transducer
Both Downlooker and Sidelooker transducers may be installed on a
trolling motor. See Fig. 2-8.
Detailed instructions for these installations will be included with the
transducer(s). The Downlooker transducer is mounted on the horizontal
gear case of the motor. The Sidelooker transducer is attached to the
vertical support tube. These installations are simple, but it is important to
keep these points in mind:
1.
Keep the Sidelooker transducer fully submerged. The transducer will
only produce an image if it is immersed in water.
2.
Keep the Sidelooker transducer clear of weeds or debris.
3.
When the position of the trolling motor is changed, the field of view of
the Sidelooker also changes. The Sidelooker can be aimed at interest-
ing echoes, but can also be positioned so that it is looking back at the
hull. Be aware of the position of the Sidelooker transducer.
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