Humminbird 531392-1 B User manual

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Returning 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.
NOTE: Please do not return your Humminbird® to the store for service.
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:
• Obtain a Repair Authorization Number from the Humminbird® Customer
Resource Center.
• Tag product with your name, street address, phone number and your
assigned Repair Authorization Number.
• Include a brief written description of the problem.
• Include a copy of your receipt (to show proof and date of purchase).
• Return product freight prepaid to Humminbird®, using an insured carrier
with delivery confirmation.
For O T-OF-WARRANTY service, complete the following steps:
• Obtain a Repair Authorization Number from the Humminbird® Customer
Resource Center.
• Include payment in the form of credit card number and expiration date,
money order or personal check. Please do not send cash.
• Tag product with your name, street address, phone number and your
assigned Repair Authorization Number.
• Include a brief written description of the problem.
• Return product freight prepaid to Humminbird®, using an insured carrier
with delivery confirmation.
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):
[e-mail]
For direct shipping, our address is:
Humminbird
Service Department
678 Humminbird Lane
Eufaula, AL 36027 SA
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 fishfinder is
off.
WARNING! his 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 opening this
unit may result in exposure to lead, in the form of solder.
WARNING! his product contains lead, a chemical known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.
he WEEE Directive aims to minimize the impact of end-of-life
electrical and electronic equipment on human health and the
environment. herefore, any product bearing the WEEE symbol must
not be included with unsorted municipal waste. Instead, it must be
separately collected, treated and recycled.
For proper disposal of this equipment, please contact the Johnson Outdoors
distributor or see www.humminbird.com.
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.
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.
Insta ation 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.
NOTE: his type of transducer installation is not recommended for trailerable boats.
NOTE: his transducer requires drilling a hole in the hull of the boat; therefore, installation should be performed by a
qualified marine technician.
In addition to the hardware supplied with your transducer, you will need a drill, a small drill bit for a pilot hole, a
1 1/8" hole saw, a level, and marine-grade silicone sealant.
Insta ation
Perform the procedures in the following sections to install the transducer on your boat.
1. 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. The bottom image should be relatively strong and there should be detailed structure on the
display.
2. Locating the Transducer Mounting Position
Outside the boat: The best location for the transducer will be aft midship, as close to the centerline of the boat as
possible. The transducer should be mounted forward of the propellers on inboard boats, and separated adequately
from other transducers, strakes, rivet lines, or other protrusions. Make sure that there is nothing in front, behind, or to
the side of the transducer that is closer than 12".
Inside the boat: There must be room to access the mounting location for installation and cable routing.
Deadrise: Another consideration is the angle of deadrise.
• The transducer, when mounted, should point straight down. If the selected mounting location has a hull deadrise
of 8 degrees or greater, the included leveling block should be used to level the transducer housing and direct the
sonar signal straight down.
• If you need to use the leveling block, make sure that the inside surface of the hull is smooth enough to seat the
leveling block securely.
Thru-Hull Installation
Deadrise Angle
Areas of Possible Turbulence
Rivets Strakes
ransom Hull
Preferred Mounting Location
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Shows transducer close enough to center line so
that the hull will not interfere with side imaging 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.
If 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 replacement 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:
• Improperly installed;
• Used in an installation other than that recommended in the product
installation and operation instructions;
• Damaged or has failed because of an accident or abnormal operation;
• 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 EXPRESS Y IN IEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
OB IGATIONS OR IABI ITIES ON THE PART OF HUMMINBIRD® AND WI BE
THE CUSTOMER'S EXC USIVE REMEDY, EXCEPT FOR ANY APP ICAB E
IMP IED WARRANTIES UNDER STATE AW WHICH ARE HEREBY IMITED IN
DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINA PURCHASE. IN NO
EVEN T WI HUMM INBIRD® BE IAB E FOR AN Y INCIDENT A OR
CONSEQUENTIA DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMP IED
WARRANTY RE ATING 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 Po icy
Even though you'll probably never need to take advantage of our incredible
service policy, it's good to 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.
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.
DOMESTIC (USA) CUSTOMERS:
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO STORE FOR SERVICE
For all technical issues please call 1-800-633-1468
Or visit www.humminbird.com, click S PPORT
Please reference product serial number and
model number when contacting Humminbird®.
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NOTE: A separately-purchased fairing block can also be used to create a hydrodynamic waterflow around the transducer
body. he design and fabrication of this block varies greatly with different hull shapes; therefore, it should be customized by
a qualified marine technician.
NOTE: Replacement leveling blocks are available from Humminbird®. For assistance, contact the Humminbird® Customer
Resource Center at www.humminbird.com or call 1-800-633-1468.
5. Feed the cable through the hole, then temporarily install the transducer to check the fit.
6. Apply a generous amount of marine-grade silicone sealant or slow-curing epoxy inside the drilled hole and along
the mating surfaces of the transducer housing. Seal the mating edges of the leveling block as well.
7. Make sure that the narrow (thin) end of the transducer is pointing forward. Insert the transducer into the drilled
hole from outside the boat, then install the nut onto the threaded stem from inside the boat.
NOTE: his type of transducer is directional in nature and must be aligned with the front of the boat (the direction of travel)
and parallel to the center line. Failure to align the transducer properly will result in incorrect bottom readings and incorrect
fish locations. (See Illustration for orientation).
8. Hand tighten the nut ON Y until the assembly is firmly seated, then tighten NO MORE than 1/8 of a turn extra.
CAUTION: Do not overtighten the nut to avoid damage.
Remove the excess adhesive sealant from the outside of the hull to ensure smooth water flow over the
transducer.
4. Routing the Cable
The transducer cable must be routed to the point where the control head is mounted.
NOTE: Your boat may have a pre-existing wiring channel or conduit that you can use for the transducer cable.
1. Unplug the other end of the transducer cable from the control head.
CAUTION! Do not cut or shorten the transducer cable, and try not to damage the cable insulation. Route the cable as far
as possible from any VHF radio antenna cables or tachometer cables to reduce the possibility of interference. If the cable is
too short, extension cables are available to extend the transducer cable up to a total of 50'. For assistance, contact the
Customer Resource Center at www.humminbird.com or call 1-800-633-1468 for more information.
2. Route and secure the cable, avoiding areas where it may be damaged or interfere with normal boating
operations.
5. 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.
Your control head is now ready for operation.
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Side Imaging: The side imaging transducer has some special requirements because of its side viewing capabilities.
• The side imaging transducer must not have anything obstructing the ”view” of the side looking beams, i.e.
nothingcan be in the line of sight of these beams (not a hull, motor, or other transducer, etc).
No e: You may need to tilt the motor up and out of the way when using the side-looking beams.
• In order for the side beams to be displayed accurately, the transducer must be mounted so that it is looking
straight down in the water when the boat is in the water.
No e: Rough seas can also affect the reading of the side imaging transducer.
NOTE: If the included transducer will not work for your application, you may exchange it, NEW and UNASSEMBLED, with
mounting hardware included, for a transducer appropriate for your application - often at very little or no charge depending on
the transducer. Call the Humminbird® Customer Resource Center at 1-800-633-1468 for details and pricing, or visit
www.humminbird.com.
3. Attaching the Transducer
Before attaching your transducer, you will need to decide which type of installation to use:
• For a standard installation, where there are no major obstructions and the deadrise is less than 8 degrees, use
the included leveling block (uncut), and mount it inside the hull. Drill the hole perpendicular to the hull.
• For an installation that needs to minimize the impact of a small obstruction, but where the deadrise is less than
8 degrees, use the included leveling block (uncut), and mount it outside the hull. Drill the hole perpendicular to
the hull.
• For an installation where the deadrise is greater than 8 degrees, use the included leveling block, cut at the
appropriate angle, to compensate for the deadrise. Drill the hole perpendicular to the waterline.
1. From the outside of the hull, drill a small pilot hole (smaller than the centering bit of your drill bit or hole saw), at
the mounting location you selected in procedure 2.
CAUTION: Before you drill, make sure you are drilling in the correct orientation according to the installation guidelines
above.
2. Use the pilot hole (from the outside of the hull) to drill a 1 1/8" hole that is sized to fit the threaded stem of
the transducer:
NOTE: For installations where the deadrise is less than 8 degrees, where you will not be cutting the leveling block, drill the
hole perpendicular to the hull.
NOTE: For installations where the deadrise is greater than 8 degrees, and you will be cutting the leveling block at an angle,
drill the hole perpendicular to the waterline.
3. Thoroughly clean and deburr the drilled hole and clean the outside of the hull.
4a. If the deadrise is less than 8 degrees, you will not be cutting the leveling block; install it either on the inside of
the hull (standard installation) or on the outside of the hull to compensate for small obstructions.
OR...
4b. If the hull angle is greater than 8 degrees, you should cut the included leveling block and use both pieces to level
the transducer. The block should be cut to match the angle of the deadrise of the hull. The leveling block included
with your transducer can accommodate a maximum deadrise angle of 25 degrees.
CAUTION: Use only the leveling block included with this transducer. Do NO use a wooden leveling block, as any swelling
of the wood might cause the plastic on the transducer to shatter.
NOTE: You should cut the leveling block into two equal pieces: one which mounts outside the hull and is shaped to match
the profile of the transducer, and one which mounts inside the hull and provides a level surface for the fasteners. he
thinnest wall of the outside leveling block must be at least 1/8".
Cut-leveling blocks
Hull
Apply Marine Adhesive
Sealant to all mating surfaces
1/8"
Minimum
thickness
Leveling block (can
also be positioned
outside of the hull)
Hull
Installation for deadrise angle greater than 8°,
using a cut leveling block to level transducer.
Standard Installation
Apply Marine Adhesive
Sealant to all mating surfaces
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Correct Orientation of TransducerSide Imaging
Shows transducer not close to center line, so that
the hull may interfere with side imaging