Furuno FA-170, Installation Manual

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1. MOUNTING
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1.3 How to Install the FA-1701 Transponder Unit
Mount the transponder where it is protected from rain and water splash. This unit can
be installed on a bulkhead, wall or on the floor. Install it referring to the outline drawing
at the back of this manual for dimensions.
When selecting a mounting location for the transponder, keep the following in mind:
• Keep the transponder out of direct sunlight.
• The temperature and humidity should be moderate and stable.
(Operating temperature range: -15°C to +55°C)
• Locate the unit away from exhaust pipes and vents.
• The mounting location should be well ventilated.
• Mount the unit where shock and vibration are minimal.
• Keep the unit away from electromagnetic field generating equipment such as motor,
generator.
• For maintenance and checking purposes, leave sufficient space at the sides and
rear of the unit and leave slack in cables. Refer to the outline drawing.
• A magnetic compass will be affected if the unit is placed too close to it. Observe the
following compass safe distances to prevent disturbance to the magnetic compass:
• Avoid floor mounting the transponder in locations where there is water splash. Keep
the cable entry away from water spray and splash.
Mounting
1. Select a mounting location, referring to the rec-
ommendations listed above.
2. Referring to the outline drawing at the back of
this manual, fit two self-tapping screws at the lo-
cation for the bottom fixing holes. Leave approx-
imately 5 mm of thread exposed.
3. Place the FA-1701 on the two screws.
4. Fasten two self-tapping screws to the top fixing
holes.
5. Fasten all screws to secure the FA-1701.
Standard compass: 1.70 meters
Steering compass: 1.10 meters
Fixing holes
Fixing holes