fresh ones. Always remove batteries from the compartment when storing the unit because dead batteries can leak and corrode the contacts.
In cold weather the efficiency of dry cell batteries drops with the tem- perature. We find it a good idea to have the batteries and the sonar unit good and warm before we leave home.
If the batteries do lose a charge, you can sometimes restore them by placing them in a warm room or car interior. A better way is to replace them with batteries that have been kept warm.
WARNING:
Never heat batteries over an open flame or direct hot air onto them. A fire or explosion could result.
Portable Transducer Assembly
Assemble the transducer and portable bracket as shown in the follow- ing illustrations.
Make sure there is one washer on each side of the transducer, inside the bracket. Slide the other washer over the end of the bolt and screw on the nut.
Screw the suction cup onto the bracket using the supplied screw and flat washer. Tie the nylon cord through the hole in the top of the bracket. When using the transducer, tie the other end of the nylon cord to the boat. This will help prevent losing the transducer if it comes off.
Portable transducer assembly: rear view (left) and side view (right).
Clean the chosen area of the hull before attaching the suction cup. Lo- cate the transducer on the hull as shown in the following figure. Don't let the bracket extend below the hull, because water pressure against it can cause the suction cup to come off at speed.
NOTE:
For optimum operation, the portable transducer should be adjusted so that it is parallel to the ground. For more information on this, see the segment in the unit's operation manual on Transducer Ori- entation and Fish Arches.
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