Rules For Transducer Maintenance; Approved Anti-Fouling Paints For Transducers - Simrad ES70 - INSTALLATION REV A Installation Manual

Simrad ES70
Special rules for acoustic windows
Arctic tanks have acoustic windows made of polycarbonate. These must neither be
painted nor cleaned with chemicals. Acoustic windows must not be exposed to direct
sunlight.

Rules for transducer maintenance

Once installed, the transducer is maintenance free. However, when the vessel is docked,
it is highly recommended to clean the transducer face to remove marine growth.
1 Perform a thorough visual check of the transducer.
If necessary, clean the transducer
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• To clean the transducer, use normal synthetic soap and water.
• To remove marine growth, use fine-grade sandpaper or emery paper.
Note
Do not use strong solvents.
Do not attempt to scrape of marine growth with sheets of metal, screwdrivers or
other metallic tools.
Do not use high pressure water to clean the transducer.
3 If necessary, apply a new layer of anti-fouling paint to the transducer face.
Because some paint types may be aggressive to the polyurethane in the transducer
face, please consult Simrad's list of approved paints.
→ Approved anti-fouling paints for transducers on page 144
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Approved anti-fouling paints for transducers

This is Simrad's list of approved antifouling paints on polyurethane transducer housing.
Jotun
Head office address: P.O.Box 2021, N-3248 Sandefjord, Norway
Website: www.jotun.com.
Racing
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Non-stop
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3 Safeguard Universal primer (125 micron) with Antifouling SeaQuantum Ultra (125
micron)
Antifouling Seaguardian
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