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vetus®
Portholes PL, PM, PW, PX, PZ
Draw the hole to be cut out using the porthole frame, for the main dimensions, see page 14 to18.
Cut the hole in the ship by sawing in polyester, aluminium or wood, or by acetylene cutting for
steel.
Remove all burrs carefully and smooth the edges.
These portholes have a clamp profile; fixing holes in the side of the ship are NOT necessary.
Apply a sufficient amount of sealant to ensure a good seal, see drawing 1, page 19.
Position the hatch in the hole.
Fixing Screws:
Use M4 screws in accordance with DIN965 (ISO7046) of DIN966 (ISO7047). Choose a screw length
related to the wall thickness, see Table in Drawing 1. D= Clamp Reach, L= Screw Length.
Fit screws and tighten securely.
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Operating
To open:
Loosen the knobs by turning them to the left, tilt the knobs out of the way and open the win-
dow. The clamping hinge will hold the window open at the desired angle.
To close:
Press the window closed, tilt the knobs back and twist them shut again.
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Maintenance
Clean anodized or powder-coated
aluminium profiles
regularly; 2 to 4 times a year, depending on
how dirty they get.
Use only neutral cleaning agents. NEVER use alkaline, acid and/or abrasive cleaners.
Protect the
sealing rubbers
with talcum powder.
Re-adjusting hinges:
Readjust the hinges if the lid no longer remains open.
A I Portholes: Open the window fully and turn the screws as much as is needed, see drawing
2, page 19.
A III Portholes: Remove the plastic covers from the screws and tighten the screws (2 per hinge)
as much as is needed, see drawing 3, page 19.
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Technical Data
Frame, backplate : Aluminium (AlMgSi0.5)
Window
: PMMA 10 mm
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