OWNER’S GUIDE & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1 17-335-01-irev. 1106/01/15 External-Mount, 2-3kWDepth Transducer with Temperature SensorModels: R99, R109LH, R109LM, R109 LHW, R209, R309, R409 LWM, R509LH, R509LM, Patent No. 7,369,45; 8,582,393. UK Patent No. 2 414 077 IMPORTANT: Please read the INSTRUCTIONS completely before proceeding with the INSTALLATION . These INSTRUCTIONS supersede any other INSTRUCTIONS in your instrument manual if they Recommended for all hull materials Not recommended for hulls less than 9 m (30') long Not recommended for stepped hulls. Mount an in-hull transducer Accommodates a deadrise angle up to 22 Unpacking & PretestRemove and discard the packing hardware (rod and 2 nuts) (see Figure 1). Connect the temperature function to the instrument and check for the approximate air temperature.

2 If there is no reading or it is inaccurate, check the connections and test again. If there is still a problem, return the product to your place of & MaterialsSafety gogglesDust maskAngle finderBand saw (blade must be very sharp)Rasp or power toolElectric drillDrill bits:pilot hole3 mm or 1/8"fiberglass, wood, or steel hull14 mm or 9/16"aluminum hull15 mm or 9/16"Permanent markerMild household detergent or weak solvent (such as alcohol)SandpaperFile ( INSTALLATION in a metal hull)Marine sealant (suitable for below waterline)WrenchesTorque wrenchGrommet(s) (some installations)Cable tiesWater-based anti-fouling paint (mandatory in salt water)Record the information found on the cable tag for future No.:_____Date_____Frequency_____kHztrans ducerfairingRemoveand discardthe 1.

3 Packing hardwareCopyright 2007 Airmar Technology the precautions below for optimal product performance and to reduce the risk of property damage, personal injury, and/or : Boats capable of speeds above 25 kn (29 MPH) You must follow these INSTRUCTIONS for a safe INSTALLATION . For boats exceeding 35 kn. (40 MPH) or when the INSTRUCTIONS cannot be met, mount an in-hull transducer. At high speeds, the fairing and/or transducer may break away from the : A stuffing tube is required. The stuffing tube seals the hull forming a water-tight conduit for the : Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask when : The fairing must be installed parallel to the keel to ensure proper boat handling and water flow under the : Immediately check for leaks when the boat is placed in the water.

4 Do not leave the boat in the water unchecked for more than three hours. Even a small leak may allow considerable water to : Fiberglass hull The transducer and stuffing tube must be installed in solid fiberglass, not in coringCAUTION: Aluminum hull The stainless steel hardware must be isolated from an aluminum hull to prevent electrolytic : Steel hull Follow generally accepted INSTALLATION : Never install a metal fitting on a vessel with a positive ground : External mount only. The transducer will overheat if it is mounted in a hull : Never pull, carry, or hold the transducer by its cable. This may sever internal : Never strike the : Tighten the nylon locking nuts with a torque wrench using a force not exceeding 27 N-m ( ). Do not over tighten.

5 It may crack the transducer and / or crush the : Never use solvents. Cleaner, fuel, sealant, paint, and other products may contain solvents that can damage plastic parts, especially the transducer s INSTRUCTIONSOWNER S GUIDE &2 Figure 6. FairingFigure 5. Fairing NOTE: After the fairing is cut,the section with the cutting GUIDE becomes the backing (3/4")cuttingguidecavity for22 viewaft viewCopyright 2007 - 2011 Airmar Technology 2005 Airmar Technology 4. Cutting the fairingcuttingguideband sawtabledeadriseanglefenceCopyright 2005 Airmar Technology stuffingtubeBow>Mounting LocationGuidelinesCAUTION: Do not mount in line with or near water intake or discharge openings or behind strakes, fittings, or hull irregularities that will disturb the water : Do not mount the sensor where the boat may be supported during trailering, launching, hauling, or storage to avoid damaging the transducer s face.

6 The water flowing under the hull must be smooth with a minimum of bubbles and turbulence (especially at high speeds). The transducer must be continuously immersed in water. The transducer beam must be unobstructed by the keel or propeller shaft(s). Choose a location away from interference caused by power and radiation sources such as: the propeller(s) and shaft(s), other machinery, other echosounders, and other cables. The lower the noise level, the higher the echosounder gain setting that can be used. Choose a location with a minimal deadrise angle, not to exceed 22 . Choose an accessible spot inside the vessel with adequate space for the height of the stuffing tube and tightening the Types Displacement hull powerboat Locate about 1/3 of the way along the LWL and 200 600mm (8 24") off the centerline (see Figure 2).

7 The starboard side of the hull where the propeller blades are moving downward is preferred. Planing hull powerboat (see Figure 3) Mount within the aft 1/3 of the hull, as far back as possible. Outboard and I/O Mount just forward of the engine(s). Inboard Mount ahead of the propeller(s) and shaft(s). Mount on or as close to the centerline as possible, and well inboard of the first set of lifting strakes to ensure that the transducer is in contact with the water at high speeds. Mounting on the starboard side of the hull where the propeller blades are moving downward is TubeAfter determining the best mounting location for the transducer, install the stuffing tube. Follow the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS packaged with the stuffing : Cutting, Bedding & InstallingCutting the FairingCAUTION: Shape the fairing to the hull as precisely as possible.

8 If there are gaps between the fairing and the hull near the ends, cut a new fairing. Over tightening the rods to minimize gaps may crack the transducer and / or crush the Measure the deadrise angle of the hull at the stuffing tube using an angle finder or digital level (see Figure 2).2. Tilt the band saw table to the measured angle and secure the cutting fence (see Figure 4). Do not exceed 22 .3. Place the fairing on the table so the cutting GUIDE rests against the fence (see Figures 4 and 5). Note the fairing is Adjust the fence so the fairing will be cut in about two equal parts. The section that will become the fairing must be a minimum of 20mm (3/4") at its thinnest dimension (see Figure 6).5. Recheck steps 1 through 4; then cut the Check the fit by placing the fairing against the hull.

9 Be sure the fairing is parallel to the centerline of the boat (keel), and the stuffing tube is about 2/3 of the way back in the cavity (see Figure 5). Hold the fairing on the ends and try to rock it back and forth. Shape the fairing to the hull as precisely as possible with a rasp or power tool until it no longer of hullparallel to Figure 2. Transducer location on displacement hullpressure waves1/3(8 24")200-600mmLWL(Load Waterline Length)anglewaterlineCopyright 2005 Airmar Technology 3. Transducer location on planing hullinboardoutboard and I/OCopyright 2005, 2009 Airmar Technology : Mount within theaft 1/3 of the hull, as farback as 8. Threaded rod102 mmcolor this section ofrod withpermanentmarker(4")Copyright 2007 - 2015 Airmar Technology forinstallationin aluminumhull only3 Figure 7.

10 Bedding and installing the fairing and backing block (non-metal hull shown)fairingbackingthreadedhullmarinese alant onmarinesealant onwashers (2),backing block,fairing,recessrod (2)block(uncolored)Copyright 2007 Airmar Technology (2-3/4")metal nut& washerABow >threadedmetal nut (4)nylon locking nut (2)marine sealant onwasher (2)and washer (2)metal nut (2)transducerhullfoam plug (2)Bow >Figure 9. Bedding and installing the transducer (non-metal hull shown) backing blockwasher (2)stuffingcablefairingrounded bottomtemperaturetubesensorrod (2)transducer that contactsfairing and recessCopyright 2007 Airmar Technology sealantflush with hullrods (2)7. The remaining section of the fairing with the cutting GUIDE will be used as the backing block inside the hull.