Micron Echosounder
0650-SOM-00001, Issue: 02
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3. Installation
3.1. Mounting
Optimal Orientation
Always mount the Micron Echosounder so that it is as close to the true vertical (or horizontal)
as possible in relation to the trim position of the vehicle.
Errors in the head alignment can give rise to unreliable results.
Mounting Material and Suitable Brackets
Caution
Avoid mounts that contain any metal alloys of copper such as brass or bronze.
Caution
Under no circumstances should the body tube be rotated within the clamp.
If torque is applied to the transducer or upper body tube they may unscrew
resulting in a unit that is no-longer water tight.
Non-metallic clamps should always be used where possible to prolong the life of the unit and
prevent any galvanic corrosion effects. If metallic clamps are used they should be electrically
insulated from the Echosounder body by means of rubber or plastic strips or mount brackets
of at least 3mm thickness and extending at least 3mm beyond the clamp boundary. It is
advised that metallic mounts should also be painted or lacquered with at least three coatings.
The Micron Echosounder can be mounted with a clamp around the body (the bottom half of
the Echosounder) or can be mounted using the holes on the base as detailed in Figure 3.1,
“Mounting Holes on Micron Range”.
Caution
Under no circumstance should a clamp be used on the transducer section (top
half) of the Micron.
