3.7 Warnings and cautions
Important:
Before proceeding, ensure that you
have read and understood the warnings and
cautions provided in the
section of this document.
3.8 Selecting a location
Warning: Potential ignition
source
This product is NOT approved for use in
hazardous/flammable atmospheres. Do
NOT install in a hazardous/flammable
atmosphere (such as in an engine room
or near fuel tanks).
Location requirements — EV–1 and
EV–2
The installation location must take into account the
following requirements:
• The unit can be installed above or below decks.
• The unit must be mounted on a horizontal and
level surface. The unit may be mounted upright or
upside-down, but the unit must be level within
5º
of pitch and
5º
of roll (compared with the vessel’s
neutral position when at rest and normally loaded).
1.
Roll
2.
Pitch
• The unit can be mounted on a vertical surface
such as a bulkhead or mast etc, using the supplied
bracket.
• The unit location must be at least 1 m (3 ft.) away
from any source of magnetic interference, such as
compasses and electrical cables.
• Choose a location where the unit will be safe from
physical damage and excessive vibration.
• Choose a location where the unit will not be
subjected to a load or force.
• Mount away from any source of heat or potential
flammable hazards, such as fuel vapor.
• The unit should be mounted in a location where
the diagnostics LED is viewable.
• The unit must be mounted with the LED ‘arrow’ on
the top of the unit pointing towards the vessel’s
bow and must be in parallel alignment with the
longitudinal axis (centerline) of the vessel.
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