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PANOPTIX

 PS70-TH

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Important Safety Information

 WARNING

See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the chartplotter, fishfinder, or sounder product box for 
product warnings and other important information.
You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of your vessel. Sonar is a tool that enhances your 
awareness of the water beneath your boat. It does not relieve you of the responsibility of observing the water 
around your boat as you navigate.
To prevent leaks, you must apply marine sealant to the water path to ensure a tight, waterproof seal between 
the transducer and hull. Immediately check for leaks after you put the vessel in the water.

 CAUTION

Failure to install and maintain this equipment in accordance with these instructions could result in damage or 
injury.
To avoid possible personal injury, always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, 
cutting, or sanding.
For the best possible performance and to avoid potential injury, damage to the device, or damage to your vessel, 
installation by a qualified marine installer is recommended.

NOTICE

To obtain the best performance and to avoid damage to your boat, you must install the transducer according 
to these instructions. Read all installation instructions before proceeding with the installation. If you experience 
difficulty during the installation, contact Garmin

®

 Support.

When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the surface to avoid damaging the vessel.
When mounting the transducer with the fairing block, you must use the included anti-rotation bolt. Failure to do 
so could result in the transducer rotating while the boat is moving and could cause damage to your vessel.
To prevent overheating and interference, do not install the transducer near the engine, in the engine room, or in 
another hot location.
To prevent damage to the cable and the transducer, do not use the cable to pick up or pull the transducer and 
do not strike the transducer lens.
To prevent permanent damage to the surface of the transducer, do not use solvents such as mineral spirits, 
acetone, Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), or similar products when cleaning. Do not use a power sander or pressure 
washer to clean the transducer.

Software Update

You must update the Garmin chartplotter software when you install this device. For instructions on updating the 
software, see your chartplotter owner's manual at 

support.garmin.com

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GUID-20571BB4-6748-4763-A557-D42CED793D6D v1

August 2023

Summary of Contents for PANOPTIX PS70-TH

Page 1: ...e and to avoid damage to your boat you must install the transducer according to these instructions Read all installation instructions before proceeding with the installation If you experience difficul...

Page 2: ...rommets optional Water based anti fouling paint optional These additional items are needed depending on the installation For mounting in a cored fiberglass hull 18 mm 11 16 in drill bit 42 mm 1 5 8 in...

Page 3: ...300 mm from 6 to 12 in to the side of the centerline The transducer should not be mounted behind strakes struts fittings water intake or discharge ports or anything that creates air bubbles or causes...

Page 4: ...e deadrise angle of the hull at the mounting location Deadrise Angle page 3 3 Tilt your band saw table to match the deadrise angle and secure the cutting fence 4 Position the fairing block on the tabl...

Page 5: ...rrounding area outside the hull to reduce cracking of the gel coat 5 Use a 42 mm 1 5 8 in spade bit or hole saw to cut the stem hole through the outer skin inner skin and the core perpendicular to the...

Page 6: ...w location 8 Use a 13 mm 1 2 in drill bit to drill the anti rotation bolt hole perpendicular to the water surface 9 Sand and clean the inside of the holes and the area around the holes Preparing a Met...

Page 7: ...e cracking the fiberglass gel coat 4 Cut out the tape over the hole 5 Use a 33 mm 1 5 16 in spade bit or hole saw to cut the stem hole TIP Running the hole saw in reverse helps prevent damage to the f...

Page 8: ...ble stem and anti rotation bolt through the mounting holes in the hull and push the bottom half of the fairing block firmly against the outside hull The fairing block and transducer must be parallel t...

Page 9: ...reads are exposed between the M12 nut and the bottom of the fairing block 3 Insert the anti rotation bolt into the bottom half of the cut fairing block 4 Place the isolation bushings on the anti rotat...

Page 10: ...Preparing the Hull Pocket page 7 It is recommended that two installers complete these instructions with one positioned outside the boat and one inside the boat NOTICE You must apply marine sealant whe...

Page 11: ...s through the bulkhead or other parts of the boat Use black electrical tape to secure the cable where necessary to protect it from damage 2 Connect the power cable directly to the battery If it is nec...

Page 12: ...ter line Anti Fouling Paint To prevent corrosion on metal hulls and to slow the growth of organisms that can affect a vessel s performance and durability on both metal and fiberglass hulls you should...

Page 13: ...mild detergent 2 If the fouling is severe use a non metallic scouring pad or putty knife to remove growth 3 Wipe the transducer dry Specifications Dimensions W H Transducer 114 216 mm 4 5 8 5 in Fair...

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