a good marine caulking compound. (Some marine dealers stock cable hole covers to conceal the opening.)

Using the Quick Release Mounting Bracket

These units use a quick release mounting bracket. When you run the cables through the bracket's cable slots, make sure you allow enough slack for tilting the unit and attaching the connector. (The snug fit of the push-on waterproof connector requires some force to attach.)

Align the bracket over the cable hole with the cable slots facing away from you and fit the cable through one of the slots. Fasten the bracket to the dash using the three screw holes.

Ratchet

 

Rear

 

(away from viewer)

Screw hole

 

Power/transducer cable

Cable slot

 

FishEasy 245DS and SeaFinder 245DS quick release mounting bracket.

Slots in the base allow routing the cable from beneath the mount.

Attach the unit to the bracket by first connecting the power/transducer and accessory cables. Then, hold the sonar unit vertically and slide it onto the bracket from above. (The back of the unit should be touching

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Eagle Electronics 245DS manual Using the Quick Release Mounting Bracket