Furuno GP-1670, Operator'S Manual

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12. INSTALLATION
12.1 Installation of Display Unit
Mounting considerations
The display unit can be installed on a tabletop or flush mounted in a console or panel.
Select a suitable mounting location considering the following:
• Keep the display unit out of direct sunlight.
• The temperature and humidity should be moderate and stable.
• 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 electromagnetic field generating equipment such as motor, gen-
erator.
• For maintenance and checking purposes, leave sufficient space at the sides and
rear of the unit and leave slack in cabl6es.
• A magnetic compass will be affected if placed too close to the display unit. Observe
the compass safe distances shown in the Safety Instructions to prevent interference
to a magnetic compass.
Mounting procedure
Follow the procedure below to mount the display unit on a tabletop or a console. Refer
to the outline drawing at the back of this manual.
• Tabletop mounting
1. Fix the hanger by four tapping screws φ 4.8 × 22.
2. Screw knob bolts in display unit, set it to hanger, and tighten knob bolts.
3. Attach hard cover to protect LCD.
• Flush mounting
Follow the procedure below to mount the display unit in a console. Refer to the out-
line drawing at the back of this manual.
1. The thickness of the cutout should be 5 to 20 mm.
2. Prepare a cutout in the mounting location whose dimensions are shown in the
outline drawing at the back of this manual.
3. Screw in four threaded rods into the display unit.
4. Set the display unit to the cutout and fasten it with the washers and nuts.