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Visual inspection of the display
A visual inspection of the SN90 display is required to verify that the unit has not been
physically damaged during the installation.
This procedure assumes that the SN90 has been installed as specified in the SN90
Installation manual
.
You need the following specific test equipment:
• Multimeter
Context
Observe the installation shipyard’s procedures for workmanship, installation of physical
units, and installation and termination of cables.
This test procedure is only applicable when the display is provided by Simrad as a part of
the SN90 delivery.
Procedure
1
Verify that the display is installed in the correct location, and that it is suitably
orientated with respect to ambient light conditions and reflections.
2
Verify that the structure to which the display is fastened is substantial enough to
hold the unit securely under all operating conditions.
If the display is secured to a table or shelf, check that it is bolted or welded securely
to the deck and/or bulkhead..
3
Check that the unit is securely connected to the ship's ground with an earthing strap.
The strap must be in addition to any incidental electrical contact made by the
mounting lugs on the unit.
4
Use a standard multimeter to check that the resistance between the unit and the
ship's ground is approximately 0 (zero) Ω.
5
Check the physical installation of the unit.
a
Check that the bolts, screws or studs holding the unit are of the correct size.
b
Check that the correct flat and shake-proof washers have been used.
c
Check that all nuts have been tightened properly.
6
Check that all welds and brackets have been painted with the correct preservation
medium to prevent corrosion.
7
Check that all cables leading to the unit have been properly mounted and secured.
8
Verify that enough slack has been provided on the cables to allow maintenance
and replacement.
9
Verify that the unit is not physically damaged, and that the paint-work is clean.
The physical handling of the unit during the installation may have caused some
scratches to the paint-work. This can be accepted. However, if rough handling has
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