Simrad SP60 - REV D, Installation Manual

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Introduction
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All surfaces must be inspected for signs of corrosion, eg.
flaking/bubbling paint, stains etc. Damaged or suspect areas
must be cleaned, prepared and preserved using the correct
preservation mediums. The mediums to be used will normally
be defined in the unit’s maintenance manual.
Cables
Wipe clean all exposed cables, and check for damage. If a cable
shows signs of wear or ageing, contact Simrad for advice.
Internal batteries
If the unit contains batteries, these may discharge slowly during
storage. If the unit is to be stored for an extended period, disconnect
or remove all internal batteries.
A suitable piece of insulating material can be placed between the
battery and the electrical contacts to prevent electrical discharge.
The battery can then remain in the unit, reducing the risk of it being
misplaced during the storage period.
Caution
Units containing lithium or alkaline batteries must be handled
separately and with care. Such units are marked accordingly. Do
not attempt to recharge such batteries, open them or dispose of
them by incineration. Refer to the applicable product data sheets.
Dehumidifier
Place a suitably sized bag of desiccant material (silica gel or
similar) into the unit to keep the electronic components as dry as
possible.
Coatings
Spray the unit externally with a corrosion inhibitor (e.g. a light oil)
before packing.
Re-packing
The unit should be stored and transported in its original packing
material and/or crate. In the event that this material is not available,
proceed as follows:
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Small units must be protected from damp by being placed
within a plastic bag at least 0.15 mm thick. An appropriate
quantity of desiccant material should be placed inside this bag,
and the bag sealed. The sealed unit must then be placed in an
appropriate carton or crate, and supported in the container by
appropriate shock-absorbing insulation (polystyrene foam
chips etc.).