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STEP 2
Choosing a Mounting Location
To obtain the best performance, the transducer should be
mounted in a location where the water flow beneath the
hull is aeration and turbulence-free. Try to mount the
transducer as close to the centerline of the boat as
possible. Consult the boat manufacturer for the best
transducer placement. If this information is unavailable,
follow the guidelines below.
A.
On a single drive outboard or inboard/outboard boat,
mount towards the back of the boat, on or near the
centerline, and well inboard of the first lifting strakes.
Mount on the side of the hull where the propeller is
moving downward.
B.
On a twin outboard or inboard/outboard boat, mount
between the drives, making certain that the
transducer is not directly in front of either drive or
propeller (avoid aligning directly in line with the
bottom of the boat if the hull comes to a point).
C.
On a single or twin inboard boat, mount ahead of the
propeller(s) and shaft(s) near the centerline.
D.
On a single jet drive boat, mount on the starboard
side at least 4” outside the intake grate.
E.
On twin jet drive boats, mount on the center line,
between the intake grates (avoid aligning directly in
line with the bottom of the boat if the hull comes to a
point).
F.
On sailboats, mount on the starboard side at least 6"
outside and forward of the keel.
G.
On PWC's, mount on the starboard side, at least 2"
outside and forward of the intake grate.
H.
On a stepped hull mount just ahead of the first step.
