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Transducers for Fishfinders Owner’s Handbook Document number: 81196_2 Date: August 2002 ...

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Transducers for Fishfinders iii Transducers for Fishfinders Owners Handbook August 2002 Intended Use The transducer units detailed in this handbook are used in con- junction with Raymarine fishfinders and are intended for recrea- tional marine depth,...

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iv Transducers for Fishfinders Preface This handbook describes the transducers that are required for use with Raymarine fishfinders. A list of currently available fish- finder transducers appears on page 4. The handbook contains very important inform...

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Contents v Contents Chapter 1: Overview ...............................................................................1 1.1 Introduction ....................................................................... 1 General ................................

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Chapter 1: Overview 1 Chapter 1:Overview 1.1 Introduction This handbook provides instructions to assist you in the installation and set up of the various transducers for Raymarine fishfinders. See Table 1-1 on page 4 for a list of the different senso...

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2 Transducers for Fishfinders EMC Installation Guidelines All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the leisure marine environment. Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electrom...

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Chapter 1: Overview 3 The following illustration shows a typical range of suppression ferrites fitted to Raymarine equipment. Connections to Other Equipment If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment usingacablenotsuppliedbyRay...

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4 Transducers for Fishfinders Selecting the Correct Type of Transducer Raymarine Fishfinders can be used with any of the following transducers: 1 E66020, E66029 and E66043 thru-hull transducers must be installed with a high- speed fairing. Note:Thi...

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Chapter 1: Overview 5 WARNING: If the E66020, E66029 and E66043 thru-hulltransducers are not carefully installed and fitted to the shape of the hull, the vessel may take on water. To ensure proper alignment and a secure fit, these transducer models M...

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6 Transducers for Fishfinders 1.3 Unpacking and Inspecting the Components Unpack your system carefully, to prevent damage to the equipment. Save the carton and packing, in case you need to return a unit for service. Check that you have all the correc...

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Chapter 1: Overview 7 Acoustic noise is alwayspresent and these sound waves can interfere with the operation of the transducer. Ambient (background) noise from sources such as waves, fish, rain and other vessels cannot be controlled. Carefully select...

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8 Transducers for Fishfinders • If the propeller can be turned to steer the boat, allow at least 2" (50 mm) beyond the swing radius of the propeller. This will prevent the propeller from damaging the transducer when it is turned. Figure 1-1: T...

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Chapter 1: Overview 9 Figure 1-2: Transom Mount Transducer - Quick-release Bracket • Onaboatwithafiberglasshull,theleadingedgeof the transducer should extend 1/8" (3.2 mm) to 1/4" (6 mm) below the bottom edgeofthe hull asshownin Figure1-3...

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10 Transducers for Fishfinders Thru-hull Transducer and In-hull Transducer Similar consideration should be given to the location of thru-hulland in-hulltransducers.Figure1-4 shows thebesttransducerlocationfor different hull types. • Displacement hu...

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Chapter 1: Overview 11 Figure 1-4: Best Location for Thru Hull Transducer ...

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12 Transducers for Fishfinders 1.5 Cable Runs Consider the following before installing the system cables: • You need to attach the power cable and the transducer cable. Additional cables will be required if you are installing an inte- grated system...

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Chapter 1: Overview 13 If you do not want to expose the cable on deck, you may drill a hole 13/16"(21 mm)through thetransom for the cable (with con- nector attached). To seal the opening, use a feed-thru cap where the cable passes through the tr...

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Chapter 2: Installation 15 Chapter 2:Installation This chapter gives details on how to install your transducer. Instructions are divided into the following sections: • Transom Mount Transducers - recommended for personal watercraft and powerboats w...

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16 Transducers for Fishfinders 2. Looking at the rear of the boat, be sure the bracket is vertical (per- pendiculartothewater line)and holdthebracket (plus thewedge, if used) against the transom. Trace the position of the screw slots, then mark the s...

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Chapter 2: Installation 17 2.2 Installing the Thru-hull Transducer Tools and Material Needed Water-based antifouling paint (mandatoryfor boats kept in salt water) Safety goggles Dust mask Electric drill Drill bit: 1/8" (3 mm) Hole saw: Drill Fib...

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18 Transducers for Fishfinders WARNING: If the E66020,E66029 and E66043thru-hulltransducers are not carefully installed and fitted to the shape of the hull, the vessel may take on water. To ensure proper alignmentand a secure fit, these transducer mo...

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Chapter 2: Installation 19 Figure 2-3: Deadrise Angle and Fairing Thickness Backing Block A backing block is used inside the hull to provide a level surface for the hull nut to seat against (see Figure 2-3 ). After cutting the fairing, use the remain...

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20 Transducers for Fishfinders Figure 2-5: Cutting the Fairing CAUTION: Thearrowonthefairingalwayspointsforwardtowardsthebow. Be sure to orient the fairing on the band saw so the angle cut matches the intended side of thehull. 3. Place the fairing on...

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Chapter 2: Installation 21 Use water-based antifouling paint only. Never use ketone-based paint since ketones can attack many plastics, possibly damaging the transducer. Reapply paint every six months or at the beginning of each boating season. It is...

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22 Transducers for Fishfinders Installation Note: To install the thru-hull transducer in a cored fiberglass hull, follow the instructions in Installation in a Cored Fiberglass Hull on page 29. Drilling Holes WARNING: Always wear safety goggles anda d...

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Chapter 2: Installation 23 Figure 2-7: Seating Dry Fit for Fairing WARNING: If a fairing is used, the anti-rotation bolt must be installed to prevent the fairing fromrotating whenthe boat is underway. 1. Dry fit the transducer to locate the hole for ...

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24 Transducers for Fishfinders 4. Slide the transducer’s stem with the fairing in place into the mountinghole.Be sure the triangularrecess in the fairingis point- ing forward toward the bow. 5. While holdingtheassembly in place andusingtheboltholei...

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Chapter 2: Installation 25 3. Apply a 1/16" (2mm) thick layer of marine sealant to the sides of thetransducer thatwillcontactthefairing,ifused,and upthestem 1/4" (6mm) higher than the combined thickness of the fairing, hull, backing block, ...

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26 Transducers for Fishfinders Figure 2-9: Fore View of Transducer Installation 8. If a fairing is used, apply marine sealant to the flat side of the tri- angular plug. Push the plug into the triangular recess in the fair- ing. Thetriangularplugfitso...

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Chapter 2: Installation 27 11. After the sealant cures, inspect and lubricate the O-rings on the paddle wheel insert with silicone grease or petroleum jelly (see Figure 2-10 ). 12. Slide the paddle wheel insert into the valve assembly with the arrowo...

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28 Transducers for Fishfinders Figure 2-10: Servicing the Paddle Wheel Insert and Valve Assembly ...

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Chapter 2: Installation 29 Installation in a Cored Fiberglass Hull The core (wood or foam) must be cut and sealed carefully. The core mustbeprotectedfromwaterseepageandthehullmustbereinforced topreventitfrom crushing underthehullnut, allowing thehous...

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30 Transducers for Fishfinders Figure 2-11: Preparing a Cored Fiberglass Hull 6. Sand and clean the area around the hole, inside and outside, to ensure that the sealant will adhere properly to the hull. If there is any petroleum residue inside the hu...

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Chapter 2: Installation 31 2.3 Installing the In-hull Transducer Tools and Material Needed Tape Pole Detergent Weak solvent (alcohol) Safety goggles Dust mask Disc sander Thin, sealable plastic bag (optional) Twist-tie Petroleum jelly (Vaseline®) Le...

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32 Transducers for Fishfinders 3. Tape the transducer to a pole with the cable side up. Hold it over the side of the boat with the active face submerged in the water (see Figure 2-12 ). Keep the active face of the transducer parallel to the surface o...

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Chapter 2: Installation 33 WARNING: Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask. 3. This is the least desirable testing method, as it may be difficult to removealltracesof the petroleum jelly beforebondingthebase to the hull. i. If the hull surface is...

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34 Transducers for Fishfinders Installation 1. Measure the deadrise angle of the hull at the selected location usingalevel andprotractor(seeFigure 2-14 ). Measurecarefully, since the installed transducer must be within 5 ° of vertical. WARNING: Alwa...

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Chapter 2: Installation 35 CAUTION: Thebasemustbeliquid-tight. 6. When you are satisfied that the location of the transducer is opti- mal and the orientation of the base corresponds to the deadrise angle of your boat, apply a bead of adhesive to the ...

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36 Transducers for Fishfinders Figure 2-16: Joining the Transducer Housing to the Locking Ring 8. Lubricatethe O-ringwithsiliconegreaseorpetroleum jelly.Slide the O-ring onto the transducer assembly (see Figure 2-17 ). Figure 2-17: Installing the O-r...

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Chapter 2: Installation 37 12. Attach the connector nut to the cable per instructions in Trans- ducer Cable Connections on page 39. 13. Attach the assembled connector cable to the transducer. 14. Route the otherendofthecabletothefishfinder,beingcaref...

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38 Transducers for Fishfinders CAUTION: Donotproceedifthehulltemperatureisbelow60°F(15°C) since thecure time of the casting epoxy will be greatly extended. 4. If the hull temperature is above 60° F(15° C), mix a half cup of casting epoxy stirring...

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Chapter 2: Installation 39 2.4 Transducer Cable Connections The transducer cable connector (and Y-connector, if supplied) has a nut that has been removed to aid installation. To allow you to complete the installation without cutting the cable, ensur...

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40 Transducers for Fishfinders ➤ To attach the transducer cable connector: 1. Slip the nut over the connector cable end. Push it past the connec- tor and over the cable. 2. Insert the wedge tool into the groove in the split of the split ring and sl...

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Chapter 2: Installation 41 CAUTION: Do not cut the transducer cable or remove the connector. Do not try to shorten or splice the cable. If the cable is cut, it cannot be repaired. Cutting the cable will also void the warranty. ...

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Chapter 3: Maintenance 43 Chapter 3:Maintenance Cleaning Instructions Cleaning the Transducer Sea growth can collect quickly on the bottom of the transducer, this can reduce the performance in just a few weeks. To prevent the build- up of sea growth,...

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44 Transducers for Fishfinders • In order to minimize these effects and enable you to get the best possible performance from your Raymarine equipment, guide- lines are given in the installation instructions, to enable you to ensure minimum interact...

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Chapter 3: Maintenance 45 How to Contact Raymarine On the Internet Visit the Raymarine World Wide Web site for the latest information on Raymarine electronic equipment and systems at: www.raymarine.com Customer Support Navigate to the Customer Suppor...

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46 Transducers for Fishfinders Technical Support For technical support, call: 800-539-5539 ext. 2444, or 603-881-5200. Our Technical Support Specialists are available to answer questions about installing, operating and trouble-shooting all Raymarine ...

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Chapter 3: Maintenance 47 In Europe In Europe, Raymarine support, service and accessories may be obtained from your authorized dealer, or contact: Raymarine Ltd Anchorage Park Portsmouth, Hampshire England PO3 5TD Tel +44 (0) 23 9269 3611 Fax +44 (0)...

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Index 49 Index A Accessories 6 B Backing Block 19 C Cable Runs 12 Installation Considerations 5 Cleaning Instructions 43 Connections Transducer 39 Cored Fiberglass Hull - Transducer In- stallation 29, 37 E EMC iv Conformance iv Installation Guidelin...

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