Maintenance
If your boat remains in the water for long periods of time, algae and
other marine growth can reduce the effectiveness of the transducer.
Periodically clean the face of the transducer with a mild, marine-safe
and plastic-safe soap or solution.
If your boat remains out of the water for a long period of time, it may
take some time to wet the transducer after it is returned to the water.
Small air bubbles can cling to the surface of the transducer and
interfere with proper operation. These bubbles will dissipate with time,
or you may wipe the face of the transducer with your fingers after the
transducer is in the water.
1-Year Limited Warranty
We warrant the original retail purchaser that products made by
Humminbird have been manufactured free from defects in materials and
workmanship. This warranty is effective for one year from the date of
original retail purchase. Humminbird products found to be defective and
covered by this warranty will be repaired or replaced free of charge at
Humminbird’s option and returned to the customer freight prepaid.
Humminbird’s sole responsibility under this warranty is limited to the
repair or replacement of a product that has been deemed defective by
Humminbird. Humminbird is not responsible for charges connected with
the removal of such product or reinstallation of replaced or repaired parts.
This warranty does not apply to a product that has been:
• Improperly installed;
• Used in an installation other than that recommended in the
product installation and operation instructions;
• Damaged or has failed because of an accident or abnormal
operation;
• Repaired or modified by entities other than Humminbird.
Please retain your original receipt as a proof of the purchase date. This
will be required for in-warranty service.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF HUMMINBIRD AND
WILL BE THE CUSTOMER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY, EXCEPT FOR ANY
APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER STATE LAW WHICH ARE
HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF
ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO EVENT WILL HUMMINBIRD BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF
ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY RELATING TO THE PRODUCTS.
Some states do not allow limitations on an implied warranty, or the
exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have other rights, which
vary from state to state.
Humminbird Service Policy
Even though you'll probably never need to take advantage of our
incredible service policy, it's good to know that we back our products
this confidently. We do it because you deserve the best. We will
make every effort to repair your unit within three business days from
the receipt of your unit at our factory. This does not include shipping
time to and from our factory. Units received on Friday are typically
shipped by the following Wednesday, units received Monday are
typically shipped by Thursday, etc.
All repair work is performed by factory-trained technicians to meet
exacting factory specifications. Factory-serviced units go through the
same rigorous testing and quality control inspections as new
production units.
After the original warranty period, a standard flat rate service
charge will be assessed for each repair (physical damage and
missing parts are not included). Any repairs made after the original
warranty will be warranted for an additional 90 days after service
has been performed by our factory technicians. You can contact
Humminbird Customer Service or visit our Web site to verify the flat
rate repair fee for your product (visit the Product Support section):
http://www.humminbird.com
We reserve the right to deem any product unserviceable when
replacement parts are no longer available or impossible to obtain.
This Service Policy is valid in the United States only. This applies only
to Humminbird products returned to our factory in Eufaula, Alabama.
This Service Policy is subject to change without notice.
DOMESTIC (USA) CUSTOMERS:
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO STORE FOR SERVICE
For all technical issues please call
1-800-633-1468
or visit
humminbird.com
, click
SUPPORT.
Please reference product serial number and
model number when contacting Humminbird.
Overview
Before you start the installation, we encourage you to read these instructions carefully in order to get the
full benefit from your Humminbird® accessory.
NOTE:
Your transducer may not look exactly like the transducer shown in the illustrations, but it will mount in
exactly the same way.
Installation
There are a number of ways to install a transducer on your boat. Inside the hull mounting of the
transducer generally produces good results in single thickness fiberglass hulled boats. Humminbird cannot
guarantee depth performance when transmitting and receiving through the hull of the boat, since some
signal loss will occur. The amount of loss depends on hull construction and thickness, and the installation.
1.
Locating the Transducer Mounting Position
Decide where to install the transducer on the inside of the hull, using the following procedures to find the
best location:
1. Observe the outside of the boat hull to find the areas that are mostly free from turbulent water. Avoid
ribs, strakes, and other protrusions, as these create turbulence.
2. Make sure that the transducer is located as close to the centerline of the hull and as far aft as possible,
so that it will remain in contact with the water even at high speeds.
2.
Trial Installation
You will not be able to adjust the mounting position after you install this Inside the Hull transducer. In
order to determine the best mounting area (before permanently mounting the transducer), it is best to
perform a trial installation first that includes running the boat at various speeds.
1. Plug the transducer into the control head. Press the POWER key to power on. When the control head
detects a functioning transducer, it will start Normal mode automatically. Press the VIEW key
repeatedly until a Sonar View is displayed on-screen.
2. View the sonar signal at its best by holding the transducer over the side, immersed in the water, so that
it is pointing straight down over a known flat bottom. Use the display to benchmark against the sonar
signal that will be detected once the transducer is mounted inside the hull.
3. Place the transducer body face down at the identified mounting location inside the hull, oriented
as shown in the illustrations (see
Transducers with Directional Bias
and
Transducers without
Directional Bias
).
NOTE:
This type of installation requires the use of a slow-cure two-part epoxy. Do not use silicone or any other
soft adhesive material to install the transducer, as this material will reduce the sensitivity of the unit. Do not
use five-minute epoxy, as it has a tendency to cure before all the air bubbles can be purged, which reduces
signal strength.
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Returning your Unit for Service
Before sending your unit in for repair, please contact the factory, either
by phone or by email, to obtain a Repair Authorization Number for your
unit.
NOTE:
Please do not return your Humminbird to the store for service.
Please have your product model name and serial number available
before calling the factory. If you contact the factory by e-mail, please
include your product model name and serial number in the e-mail, and
use Request for Repair Authorization Number for your e-mail subject
header. You should include your Repair Authorization Number in all
subsequent communications about your unit.
For IN-WARRANTY service, complete the following steps:
• Obtain a Repair Authorization Number from Humminbird
Customer Service.
• Tag product with your name, street address, phone number and
your assigned Repair Authorization Number.
• Include a brief written description of the problem.
• Include a copy of your receipt (to show proof and date of
purchase).
• Return product freight prepaid to Humminbird, using an insured
carrier with delivery confirmation.
For OUT-OF-WARRANTY service, complete the following steps:
• Obtain a Repair Authorization Number from Humminbird
Customer Service.
• Include payment in the form of credit card number and expiration
date, or a money order. Please do not send cash.
• Tag product with your name, street address, phone number and
your assigned Repair Authorization Number.
• Include a brief written description of the problem.
• Return product freight prepaid to Humminbird, using an insured
carrier with delivery confirmation.
Contact Humminbird
Web site
humminbird.com
service@humminbird.com
Telephone
1-800-633-1468
Direct Shipping
Humminbird
Service Department
678 Humminbird Lane
Eufaula, AL 36027 USA
WARNING!
This device should not be used as a navigational aid to prevent
collision, grounding, boat damage, or personal injury. When the boat is moving,
water depth may change too quickly to allow time for you to react. Always
operate the boat at very slow speeds if you suspect shallow water or
submerged objects.
WARNING!
Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be
performed by authorized service personnel. Any modification of the serial
number or attempt to repair the original equipment or accessories by
unauthorized individuals will void the warranty.
WARNING!
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE STATEMENT:
It is the intention of
Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. to be a responsible corporate citizen,
operating in compliance with known and applicable environmental regulations,
and a good neighbor in the communities where we make or sell our products.
WEEE Directive:
EU Directive 2002/96/EC “Waste of Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Directive (WEEE)” impacts most distributors, sellers, and
manufacturers of consumer electronics in the European Union. The WEEE
Directive requires the producer of consumer electronics to take responsibility for
the management of waste from their products to achieve environmentally
responsible disposal during the product life cycle.
WEEE compliance may not be required in your location for electrical &
electronic equipment (EEE), nor may it be required for EEE designed and
intended as fixed or temporary installation in transportation vehicles such as
automobiles, aircraft, and boats. In some European Union member states,
these vehicles are considered outside of the scope of the Directive, and EEE
for those applications can be considered excluded from the WEEE Directive
requirement.
This symbol (WEEE wheelie bin) on product indicates the product
must not be disposed of with other household refuse. It must be
disposed of and collected for recycling and recovery of waste EEE.
Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. will mark all EEE
products in accordance with the WEEE Directive. It is our goal to comply in
the collection, treatment, recovery, and environmentally sound disposal of
those products; however, these requirements do vary within European Union
member states. For more information about where you should dispose of
your waste equipment for recycling and recovery and/or your European
Union member state requirements, please contact your dealer or distributor
from which your product was purchased.
© 2015 Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved.
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