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3.2 Procedures
As it is not possible to describe procedures for all possible installation scenarios, the procedures given here describe the broad requirements for installing the Speed and Depth transducers and the ST60 Tridata instrument. Adapt these procedures as appropriate, to suit your individual requirement.
CAUTION:
Where it is necessary to cut holes (e.g. for cable routing and instrument mounting), ensure that these will not cause a hazard by weakening critical parts of the vessel’s structure.
Unpacking
Unpack your ST60 equipment and check that the items described in Introduction are present.
Each ST60 instrument is supplied with a standard bezel for surface mounting. Optional mounting kits are available for flush mounting and bracket mounting the instrument. If you have ordered the flush mounting option a
Fitting the instrument
The ST60 Tridata instrument can be installed using one of a number of different mounting options:
•Surface mounting. Gives a profile of approximately 24 mm.
•Flush mounting. Gives a profile of approximately 6 mm.
•Bracket mounting.
The ST60 instruments can also be mounted behind a panel with just the instrument dial and keys visible.
Surface mounting
To surface mount your ST60 instrument (see the Surface mounting illustration):
1.Ensure that:
•The selected location is clean, smooth and flat.
•There is sufficient space behind the selected location to accom- modate the rear of the instrument and connectors.