STOWE MARINE DATALINE-X COMPASS, User Manual

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Part 3 Installation
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Figure 3.3 - Electrical Connections to the Display
6. Check that the instrument functions correctly.
7. Temporarily disconnect the Dataplug connectors and coat the
terminals and wires with silicone grease or petroleum jelly. These
products will not harm the instrument.
8. Make sure the ‘dovetail’ lugs are free from grease and securely
located into the rear of the instrument when replacing the
Dataplugs.
9. Secure the instrument using the four, No 4 self-tapping screws
provided. Ensure that the sealing gasket is correctly located.
10. Replace the front cover, the installation of the instrument is
complete.
3.3 Installation of the Dataline Heading Sensor
1. Find a suitable vertical mounting surface, considering the points
detailed above.
2. Remove the fixing bracket from the sensor using a 4mm Hexagon
key.
3. Attach the bracket to the mounting surface using brass or stainless
steel screws, DO NOT use ordinary steel screws. Note that the
sensor must be mounted vertically with the cable exit at the bottom,
and that the mounting surface must be facing forwards.
CAUTIONS
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN FIXING SCREWS.
DO NOT USE SEALING COMPOUND ON THE
INSTRUMENT BACK.
DO NOT USE WD40 OR ANY SOLVENT ON ANY PART
OF THE INSTRUMENT.