Control Head Installation
Determine Where to Mount
Begin the installation by determining where to mount the control head. Consider the following to determine the best location:
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•To check the location planned for the control head, test run the cables for the power and transducer. See the installation section for your transducer type in order to plan the location of the transducer.
•The mounting surface should be stable enough to protect the control head from excessive wave shock and vibration, and should provide visibility while in operation.
•Your PiranhaMAX™ may have one of two differenttypes of mounting bases, either a tilt mounting base or a tilt and swivel mounting base. The mounting area should allow
sufficient room for the unit to pivot freely,to swivel if capable, and for easy removal and installation (Figures 1 and 2).
Connect the Power Cable to the Boat
A 6' long power cable is included to supply power to the control head. You may shorten or lengthen the cable using 18 gauge
CAUTION: Some boats have 24 or 36 Volt electric systems, but the control head MUST be connected to a 12 VDC power supply.
The control head power cable can be connected to the electrical system of the boat at two places: a fuse panel usually located near the console, or directly to the battery.
NOTE: Make sure that the power cable is not connected to the control head at the beginning of this procedure.
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