Konsberg EM 124, Installation Manual

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Manufacturing and installing the casings
The transducer mounting frames needs to be mounted into a solid base construction
also called casing. The casings can be integrated in different kind of installation types
like a gondola, blister or flush in the hull.
Prerequisites
You must be equipped with a standard set of tools. This tool set must comprise the
normal tools for mechanical tasks. This includes different screwdriver types, pliers,
adjustable spanners, etc. Each tool must be provided in various sizes. We recommend
that all tools are demagnetized to protect your equipment. Depending on the tasks at
hand, additional tools may be required.
Observe the relevant rules and regulations related to welding. The quality of the welding
is critical to the safety of the vessel. Welding must only be done by a certified welder.
The final installation welds must be approved by the vessel’s national registry, the
corresponding maritime authority and/or classification society.
Before you can do this task, the following prerequisites must be met:
• All relevant vessel and transducer drawings must be available.
• All relevant drawings have been approved by the classification society.
• All relevant work instructions, procedures and standards must be available.
• The installation principle has been determined.
• The physical location of the transducer has been determined.
• The installation angles of the transducer have been defined.
• All relevant personnel (naval architects, designers) and tools must be available.
Context
The casings must be individually designed for each vessel, and it is not a part of the
system delivery.
The casings must be provided (or manufactured) and installed by the installation
shipyard. It is the shipyard’s responsibility to get the installation approved by the
classification society.
The installation must be carried out according to arrangement drawings designed for the
specific vessel. Refer to the drawings included in the
Drawing File , and the applicable
drawings prepared by the installation shipyard.
Note
Follow the general safety procedures. This units are heavy.
Kongsberg EM 124 Installation Manual