Maintenance
Tokeep both your HDR 650 and yourtransducer working properly,perform the
followingmaintenancetasks as needed.
HDR 650 Maintenance
Ifyour HDR 650 unitcomes into contact withsalt spray,simply wipe the affected
surfaceswith a cloth dampened in fresh water.Do not use a chemical glass
cleaneron the lens, aschemicals in the solutionmay cause crackingin the lens.
Whencleaning the LCD protectivelens, use a chamois and non-abrasive,mild
cleaner.Do not wipe while dirt or grease is on thelens. Be careful to avoid
scratchingthe lens.
WARNING:Never leave your HDR 650 in a closed car or trunk; the extremely high
temperaturesgenerated in hot weather can damage the electronics.
Transducer Maintenance
Ifyour boat remainsin the water forlong periods of time,algae and other marine
growthcanreduce the effectivenessof the transducer.Periodicallycleanthe face
ofthe transducer with hotwater. Pivotingthe transducer up in the bracketmay
allowbetter accessfor inspection or cleaning.
Ifyour boat remainsout of the water for a long periodof time, it may takesome
timeto wet the transducerafter it is returnedto the water.Small air bubblescan
clingto the surface ofthe transducer and interferewith proper operation.These
bubbleswill dissipatewith time,or you may wipe the faceof the transducer with
yourfingers afterthe transducer is in thewater.
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Maintenance