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...trolling motor mount) 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 1 9/14/2011 11:55:30 PM DSI sonar installation is covered in your vessel! Turn to pages 8-11 for information on the bracket mount. Traditional Sonar Transducer Installation One piece bracket (Recommended Tools and Supplies - Make sure you read all... the installation instructions before drilling holes in the last section of the transducer and display unit installation, which includes connecting the unit to power and installing the unit on mounting the display unit and ...
...trolling motor mount) 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 1 9/14/2011 11:55:30 PM DSI sonar installation is covered in your vessel! Turn to pages 8-11 for information on the bracket mount. Traditional Sonar Transducer Installation One piece bracket (Recommended Tools and Supplies - Make sure you read all... the installation instructions before drilling holes in the last section of the transducer and display unit installation, which includes connecting the unit to power and installing the unit on mounting the display unit and ...
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...the engine lower unit. If the transducer is not placed in a location that has a smooth flow of water when the boat is moving. B. Ratchet Bracket 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 2 9/14/2011 11:55:30 PM Traditional Sonar A. NOTE: Mount the transducer at all times and in a smooth... flow of the transducer bracket. 2 Good locations Too high Poor angle Poor locations 2. Slide the transducer into the bracket and temporarily slide the bolt through the transducer bracket. The unit also could lose bottom ...
...the engine lower unit. If the transducer is not placed in a location that has a smooth flow of water when the boat is moving. B. Ratchet Bracket 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 2 9/14/2011 11:55:30 PM Traditional Sonar A. NOTE: Mount the transducer at all times and in a smooth... flow of the transducer bracket. 2 Good locations Too high Poor angle Poor locations 2. Slide the transducer into the bracket and temporarily slide the bolt through the transducer bracket. The unit also could lose bottom ...
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... in the bracket. C. Assembling the bracket After determining the correct position for the ratchets, loosely assemble the transducer and bracket assembly. Reinsert the ratchets into the bracket, this process until the transducer can not be adjusted so its face is parallel to the ground, remove the... transducer and ratchets from A the side. Reassemble the transducer and bracket and place it is par- If it against letter "A". the transom. Look at dot the transducer from the bracket. Lock nut Metal washer Metal washer ...
... in the bracket. C. Assembling the bracket After determining the correct position for the ratchets, loosely assemble the transducer and bracket assembly. Reinsert the ratchets into the bracket, this process until the transducer can not be adjusted so its face is parallel to the ground, remove the... transducer and ratchets from A the side. Reassemble the transducer and bracket and place it is par- If it against letter "A". the transom. Look at dot the transducer from the bracket. Lock nut Metal washer Metal washer ...
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...the cable over tighten the lock nut; Routing cables When mounting your transducer, make a test run to determine results After the transducer is installed make sure to ensure the transducer is parallel with the ground Bottom of the transducer's cable. Use the 4 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 4 9/14/2011 11... its face is installed properly. If you need to drill a hole in the cable near the transducer. Use a #29 bit (for the transducer bracket. Attaching Transducer to pass the connector through the bracket. Do not over the bolt and through , the hole size will depend on ...
...the cable over tighten the lock nut; Routing cables When mounting your transducer, make a test run to determine results After the transducer is installed make sure to ensure the transducer is parallel with the ground Bottom of the transducer's cable. Use the 4 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 4 9/14/2011 11... its face is installed properly. If you need to drill a hole in the cable near the transducer. Use a #29 bit (for the transducer bracket. Attaching Transducer to pass the connector through the bracket. Do not over the bolt and through , the hole size will depend on ...
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...hulls. Careless grinding on boats with flotation material sandwiched within the hull, consult the boat manufacturer. Make sure the Skimmer transducer is oriented so the nose of the transducer is 10° or less. 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 5 9/14/2011 11:55:31 PM The surface of the ...boat hulls have a flat 5 try to confirm hull specifications. Contact the boat dealer or manufacturer Before you epoxy the transducer to loosen the screws and slide the transducer up or down, if adjustments are necessary. slots in temp sensor, it will only show the temperature of the boat....
...hulls. Careless grinding on boats with flotation material sandwiched within the hull, consult the boat manufacturer. Make sure the Skimmer transducer is oriented so the nose of the transducer is 10° or less. 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 5 9/14/2011 11:55:31 PM The surface of the ...boat hulls have a flat 5 try to confirm hull specifications. Contact the boat dealer or manufacturer Before you epoxy the transducer to loosen the screws and slide the transducer up or down, if adjustments are necessary. slots in temp sensor, it will only show the temperature of the boat....
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...remove. Also, make sure the cable is smooth to transducer face and mounting location. 4. Press the transducer into position, the transducer can be about 1-16" or 1.5 mm) on the hull. out on the face of the transducer. Sand transducer face and mounting location Apply epoxy to the touch. ...epoxy to force out any dust. 3. Apply a thin layer of epoxy (about 1-1/2 times the diameter of the transducer. 2. After sanding, clean the hull and the face of the transducer with the hull. To use shoot-thru-hull installation: 1. Sand the inside a boat hull. Once epoxied into the...
...remove. Also, make sure the cable is smooth to transducer face and mounting location. 4. Press the transducer into position, the transducer can be about 1-16" or 1.5 mm) on the hull. out on the face of the transducer. Sand transducer face and mounting location Apply epoxy to the touch. ...epoxy to force out any dust. 3. Apply a thin layer of epoxy (about 1-1/2 times the diameter of the transducer. 2. After sanding, clean the hull and the face of the transducer with the hull. To use shoot-thru-hull installation: 1. Sand the inside a boat hull. Once epoxied into the...
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... Internal tooth washer Bolt Plastic bracket Lock nut Flat washer 2. S lide the adjustable strap (hose clamp) through the plastic bracket on the skimmer transducer or through LEI Extras at www.lei-extras.com. Trolling motor Skimmer and Pod Installation The TMB-S trolling motor bracket (Part No. 51-45)...-S trolling motor bracket to be parallel with the hull with a minimum amount of epoxy between the hull and transducer. The TMB-S bracket is in the diagram. Position the transducer to so its face is pointing straight down when the trolling motor is used to attach a one-piece bracket...
... Internal tooth washer Bolt Plastic bracket Lock nut Flat washer 2. S lide the adjustable strap (hose clamp) through the plastic bracket on the skimmer transducer or through LEI Extras at www.lei-extras.com. Trolling motor Skimmer and Pod Installation The TMB-S trolling motor bracket (Part No. 51-45)...-S trolling motor bracket to be parallel with the hull with a minimum amount of epoxy between the hull and transducer. The TMB-S bracket is in the diagram. Position the transducer to so its face is pointing straight down when the trolling motor is used to attach a one-piece bracket...
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....indd 8 9/14/2011 11:55:32 PM Make sure there is in the transducer cable for the trolling mount to power 1. Adjustable strap Plastic ties (not included) Transducer cable Connecting the unit to turn freely. Traditional Sonar 3. Position the transducer so its face is pointing straight down when the trolling motor is enough...
....indd 8 9/14/2011 11:55:32 PM Make sure there is in the transducer cable for the trolling mount to power 1. Adjustable strap Plastic ties (not included) Transducer cable Connecting the unit to turn freely. Traditional Sonar 3. Position the transducer so its face is pointing straight down when the trolling motor is enough...
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not included) Drill Marine grade below waterline sealant 1" (25mm) or 5/8" (15mm) drill bit Zip ties (trolling motor mount) #29 (0.136") (3mm) drill bit Trolling motor accessory kit Slotted-head (Phillips) drill bit FM-ME5 flush mount kit (pn: 000-10028-001) (optional) 13 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 13 9/14/2011 11:55:41 PM WARNING: Make sure you read all installation instructions before drilling holes in your vessel. (Tools and Supplies - DSI Sonar DSI Series Installation This document covers the installation of the DSI series transducer and display unit installation.
not included) Drill Marine grade below waterline sealant 1" (25mm) or 5/8" (15mm) drill bit Zip ties (trolling motor mount) #29 (0.136") (3mm) drill bit Trolling motor accessory kit Slotted-head (Phillips) drill bit FM-ME5 flush mount kit (pn: 000-10028-001) (optional) 13 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 13 9/14/2011 11:55:41 PM WARNING: Make sure you read all installation instructions before drilling holes in your vessel. (Tools and Supplies - DSI Sonar DSI Series Installation This document covers the installation of the DSI series transducer and display unit installation.
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... could lose bottom signal when the boat is on the outside of the transducer bracket. 2. Slide the transducer into the bracket and temporarily slide the bolt through the transducer bracket. CD Selecting transducer location The DSI transducer must be in a smooth flow of water A when the boat is ...in the bracket with the letter "A" aligned with the dot stamped on plane. DSI Sonar Good location Poor angle Poor location Too high Aligning transducer ratchets Ratchets are used to ensure the transducer is installed parallel to the ground. 1. Insert the ratchets in a location ...
... could lose bottom signal when the boat is on the outside of the transducer bracket. 2. Slide the transducer into the bracket and temporarily slide the bolt through the transducer bracket. CD Selecting transducer location The DSI transducer must be in a smooth flow of water A when the boat is ...in the bracket with the letter "A" aligned with the dot stamped on plane. DSI Sonar Good location Poor angle Poor location Too high Aligning transducer ratchets Ratchets are used to ensure the transducer is installed parallel to the ground. 1. Insert the ratchets in a location ...
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DSI Sonar 3. Hold the transducer assembly against the transom. 5. Repeat this time with the letter "B" aligned with the dot stamped in the bracket. Look at the transducer from the bracket. Mounting to the ground, remove the transducer and ratchets from the side. When the transducer and bracket ... ground, then the "A" position is correct. 4. If the transducer can be adjusted so its face is parallel to transom 1. Adjust the transducer so its face is even with the ground. 2. Hold the transducer and bracket assembly against the transom. Reinsert the ratchets into the bracket...
DSI Sonar 3. Hold the transducer assembly against the transom. 5. Repeat this time with the letter "B" aligned with the dot stamped in the bracket. Look at the transducer from the bracket. Mounting to the ground, remove the transducer and ratchets from the side. When the transducer and bracket ... ground, then the "A" position is correct. 4. If the transducer can be adjusted so its face is parallel to transom 1. Adjust the transducer so its face is even with the ground. 2. Hold the transducer and bracket assembly against the transom. Reinsert the ratchets into the bracket...
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...can be epoxied to the hull for shoot-thru installations. You must remove the factory installed transducer mount from the transducer housing before you to mount the DSI transducer to the transom using the supplied screws (2). Mounting on a trolling motor. 17 0.TWEETY...not a recommended installation method since it significantly degrades DSI performance. DSI Sonar Shoot-thru hull The DSI transducer can install the DSI transducer on trolling motor Using a flathead screwdriver, depress the release tab and slide off the transducer mount. This is available through LEI Extras at www...
...can be epoxied to the hull for shoot-thru installations. You must remove the factory installed transducer mount from the transducer housing before you to mount the DSI transducer to the transom using the supplied screws (2). Mounting on a trolling motor. 17 0.TWEETY...not a recommended installation method since it significantly degrades DSI performance. DSI Sonar Shoot-thru hull The DSI transducer can install the DSI transducer on trolling motor Using a flathead screwdriver, depress the release tab and slide off the transducer mount. This is available through LEI Extras at www...
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... in the water. 4. Tighten the adjustable strap securely to turn freely. 18 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 18 9/14/2011 11:55:43 PM DSI Sonar Installing transducer on trolling motor: 1. Place the DSI transducer inside the trolling motor housing. 2. Slide the adjustable strap (hose clamp) through these slots. 3. Position the trolling motor housing so its...
... in the water. 4. Tighten the adjustable strap securely to turn freely. 18 0.TWEETY INSTALL_SONAR_DSI.indd 18 9/14/2011 11:55:43 PM DSI Sonar Installing transducer on trolling motor: 1. Place the DSI transducer inside the trolling motor housing. 2. Slide the adjustable strap (hose clamp) through these slots. 3. Position the trolling motor housing so its...