Sperry Marine 5016-CA, Operation, Installaion And Service Manual

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Analogue Compass Repeaters 056376/A
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CAUTION Risk of damage though solar radiation
The bearing repeater 5016-CA is equipped with a cover plate for protec-
tion against solar radiation.
It is recommended to always protect the bearing repeater with the cover
plate when not in use.
CAUTION
Risk of damage
The cover plate, protecting the bearing repeater 5016-CA against solar
radiation, must never be touched with tools to avoid any damage.
Always install and remove the cover plate with bare hands only.
CAUTION
Risk of damage through wrong cleaning agent
The front plates of the compass repeaters are sensitive against aggres-
sive cleaning agents as organic solvents or acetone.
Do not clean the front plate with organic solvents, acetone or any other
aggressive cleaning agent.
Use only water and soap or a mild detergent to clean the front plate.
CAUTION
Risk of unnecessary wear
The bearing repeater 5016-CA can optionally be equipped with a water-
tight plastic cover for protection against environmental conditions.
It is recommended to always protect the bearing repeater with the plastic
cover when not in use.
CAUTION
Risk of damage
The prismatic azimuth device PV23 and the telecopic alidade are not
designed to stay permanently mounted on the bearing repeater.
Leaving the PV23 or the alidade on the bearing repeater after usage, will
cause wear and damage to the equipment.
Always remove the PV23 or the alidade from the bearing repeater and
store it carefully away in its storage box.
Note The repeater compasses do not possess an audible alarm indicator.
Note Sperry Marine Service:
In case of service refer to www.sperrymarine.com/offices for a list of
all Sperry Marine Offices and Service Agents worldwide.