Humminbird 530508-3_A Fish Finder User Manual
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1. Installation Perform the procedures in the following sections to install the transducer on your boat NOTE The suction cup mount is designed for quick easy installation and removal NOT for high speed operation If you intend to operate your boat at any speed faster than trolling speeds remove the suction cup transducer from the water NOTE Humminbird portable transducers use either a metal or plastic bracket The type of transducer that came with your Humminbird unit will determine which bracket to use Refer to the illustration that corresponds with your transducer and bracket type It is important that the mounting position allows the transducer to rest beneath the surface of the water pointing straight down You can mount the transducer anywhere on the side of the boat if your boat remains stationary If you are trolling it is best to mount the transducer on the transom of the boat Testing the Transducer Prior to Installation Prior to installation test the transducer to make sure that no damage occurred during shipping 1 After connecting the transducer to the control head hold the transducer in the water over the side of the boat to confirm proper operation If the transducer is working properly you should be able to see the bottom on the control head display Assembling the Mounting Bracket NOTE Please be aware that the transducer design has changed If you are replacing or adding mounting hardware to your current tran2. Portable Transducer Thank You Thank you for choosing Humminbird America s 1 name in fishfinders Humminbird has built its reputation by designing and manufacturing top quality thoroughly reliable marine equipment Genuine Humminbird accessories offer the opportunity to upgrade and expand the capabilities of your Humminbird product NOTE Your transducer may not look exactly like the transducer shown in the illustrations but it will mount in exactly the same way Your Humminbird is designed for trouble free use in even the harshest marine environment In the unlikely event that your Humminbird does require repairs we offer an exclusive Service Policy free of charge during the first year after purchase and available at a reasonable rate after the one year period For complete details see the Warranty section included in this manual Contact our Customer Resource Center at either 1 800 633 1468 or visit our website at www humminbird com Installation Overview Following are instructions for the installation of this accessory Before you start installation we encourage you to read these instructions carefully in order to get the full benefit from your Humminbird accessory If you find that any items are missing from your installation kit call our Customer Resource Center at 1 800 633 1468 or visit our website at www humminbird com In addition to the hardware supplied with your transducer you will need various hand tools
3. ing Your Unit for Service Before sending your unit in for repair please contact the factory either by phone or by email to obtain a Repair Authorization Number for your unit Please have your product model name and serial number available before calling the factory If you contact the factory by e mail please include your product model name and serial number in the e mail and use Request for Repair Authorization Number for your e mail subject header You should include your Repair Authorization Number in all subsequent communications about your unit For IN WARRANTY service complete the following steps e Obtain a Repair Authorization Number from the Humminbird Customer Resource Center e Tag product with your name street address phone number and your assigned Repair Authorization Number e Include a brief written description of the problem e Include a copy of your receipt to show proof and date of purchase e Return product freight prepaid to Humminbird using an insured carrier with delivery confirmation For OUT OF WARRANTY service complete the following steps e Obtain a Repair Authorization Number from the Humminbird Customer Resource Center e Include payment in the form of credit card number and expiration date money order or personal check Please do not send cash e Tag product with your name street address phone number and your assigned Repair Authorization Number e Include a brief written de
4. nnectors to the control head Transducer Tie Down Strap 1 Plug the other end of the transducer cable back into the control head connection holder 2 Q 2006 Humminbird Eufaula AL USA All rights reserved Portable Transducer Maintenance If your boat remains in the water for long periods of time algae and other marine growth can reduce the effectiveness of the transducer Periodically clean the face of the transducer with hot water Pivoting the transducer up in the bracket may allow better access for inspection or cleaning lf your boat remains out of the water for a long period of time it may take some time to wet the transducer after it is returned to the water Small air bubbles can cling to the surface of the transducer and interfere with proper operation These bubbles will dissipate with time or you may wipe the face of the transducer with your fingers after the transducer is in the water 1 Year limited Warranty We warrant the original retail purchaser that products made by Humminbird have been manufactured free from defects in materials and workmanship This warranty is effective for one year from the date of original retail purchase Humminbird products found to be defective and covered by this warranty will be replaced or repaired free of charge at Humminbird option and returned to the customer freight prepaid Humminbird sole responsibility under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacemen
5. o know that we back our products this confidently We do it because you deserve the best We will make every effort to repair your unit within three business days from the receipt of your unit at our factory This does not include shipping time to and from our factory Units received on Friday are typically shipped by the following Wednesday units received Monday are typically shipped by Thursday etc 3 930508 3_A All repair work is performed by factory trained technicians to meet exacting factory specifications Factory serviced units go through the same rigorous testing and quality control inspections as new production units After the original warranty period a standard flat rate service charge will be assessed for each repair physical damage and missing parts are not included Any repairs made after the original warranty will be warranted for an additional 90 days after service has been performed by our factory technicians You can contact our Customer Resource Center or visit our website to verify the flat rate repair fee for your product visit the Product Support section http www humminbird com We reserve the right to deem any product unserviceable when replacement parts are no longer available or impossible to obtain This Service Policy is valid in the United States only This applies only to Humminbird products returned to our factory in Eufaula Alabama This Service Policy is subject to change without notice Return
6. pening this unit may result in exposure to lead in the form of solder WARNING This product contains lead a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm 4 930508 3_A 2006 Humminbird Eufaula AL USA All rights reserved
7. scription of the problem e Return product freight prepaid to Humminbird using an insured carrier with delivery confirmation 2006 Humminbird Eufaula AL USA All rights reserved Portable Transducer Contact Humminbird Contact the Humminbird Customer Resource Center in any of the following ways By Telephone Monday Friday 8 00 a m to 4 30 p m Central Standard Time 1 800 633 1468 By e mail typically we respond to your e mail within three business days custserv johnsonoutdoors com For direct shipping our address is Humminbird Service Department 678 Humminbird Lane Eufaula AL 36027 USA WARNING Do not touch an active transducer during operation as this may cause physical discomfort and may result in personal injury in the form of tissue damage Handle the transducer only when the power to the control head is off WARNING This device should not be used as a navigational aid to prevent collision grounding boat damage or personal injury When the boat is moving water depth may change too quickly to allow time for you to react Always operate the boat at very slow speeds if you suspect shallow water or submerged objects WARNING Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be performed by authorized service personnel Any modification of the serial number or attempt to repair the original equipment or accessories by unauthorized individuals will void the warranty Handling and or o
8. sducer make sure that you have selected the appropriate hardware If you are replacing a transducer you will need to replace the mounting bracket and hardware as well Contact our Customer Resource Center at either 1 800 633 1468 or visit our website at www humminbird com for more information 1 Assemble your transducer mounting bracket using the hardware provided and refer to the illustration that matches your transducer mounting bracket type 930508 3_A Assembling the Metal Bracket Portable Transducer ra Assembly Phillips head Screw Suction Cup Screw ____ Suction Cup o Portable Transducer Assembly __ Phillips head yi Screw Da A 9S Wing Nut Washer Phillips head SNe Screw Lock Washer Assembly r Qy ps head Screw Phillps head oan Screw ngort Masher Suction Cup _ Portable Transducer Assembly _ Phillips head g Screw 2006 Humminbird Eufaula AL USA All rights reserved 2 Portable Transducer 530508 3_A Portable Transducer Mount Mounting the Transducer Your portable transducer is designed to be installed and adjusted without the use of tools Mounting the transducer to the boat is a simple yet important operation A poor mounting location will affect the overall performance of the Humminbird unit so follow the mounting instructions carefully It is important that the mounting position allows the tran
9. sducer to rest beneath the surface of the water pointing straight down You can mount the transducer anywhere on the side of the boat if your boat remains stationary If you are trolling it is best to mount the transducer on the transom of the boat 1 Mount the transducer so that it points straight down and so that the transducer itself is submerged in the water 2 Adjust the running angle so that the transducer is parallel to and below the surface of the water Transducer Running Angle 3 Hand tighten the wing nut so that the transducer will not rotate 4 Secure the transducer cable in case of accidental release when the boat is moving since a loose transducer can cause damage to itself your boat or become tangled in the propeller Attach the tie down strap to the transducer cable around an immovable object such as a rail or fitting as shown in the illlustration 5 When you have finished using the transducer pivot the transducer body flat against the bracket and coil the cable around the assembly Connecting the Cable Insert the transducer cable into the appropriate terminal slot The cable connectors are labeled and there are corresponding labels on the cable holder on the rear of the control head The slots are keyed to prevent reversed installation so be careful not to force the connector into the holder Refer to your manual and or control head installation guide for the correct procedure for installing the cable co
10. t of a product that has been deemed defective by Humminbird Humminbird is not responsible for charges connected with the removal of such product or reinstallation of replaced or repaired parts This warranty does not apply to a product that has been e Improperly installed e Used in an installation other than that recommended in the product installation and operation instructions e Damaged or has failed because of an accident or abnormal operation e Repaired or modified by entities other than Humminbird Please retain your original receipt as a proof of the purchase date This will be required for in warranty service THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF HUMMINBIRD AND WILL BE THE CUSTOMER S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY EXCEPT FOR ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER STATE LAW WHICH ARE HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO EVENT WILL HUMMINBIRD BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY RELATING TO THE PRODUCTS Some states do not allow limitations on an implied warranty or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusions may not apply to you You may also have other rights which vary from state to state Humminbird Service Policy Even though you ll probably never need to take advantage of our incredible service policy it s good t
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