Norcross 8000.06T User manual

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To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product,
please read this manual carefully before using this product.
SAFETY INFORMATION:
•Periodically wipe the face with a dry cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents
on this device.
•Only qualified personnel should perform repairs or servicing not covered in
this manual.
•The LCD used in the product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break
when the product is dropped or impacted.
•Keep this product away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters,
stoves and other heat generating sources. Do not store in extreme
temperatures above 150° F (65° C).
•Shade the LCD during storage. Do not expose LCD to direct sunlight for
extended periods of time. Use the supplied cover at all times during
storage.
NOTES, NOTICES, AND CAUTIONS
WARNING: Indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury or
death.
IMPORTANT: Indicates potential damage to the device and tells you how to
avoid it.
NOTICE: Indicates important information that helps you make better use of
the device and tells you how to correct a performance problem.
INFORMATION: Indicates resources to obtain the proper information to help
you make the most of your device.
INFORMATION:
Read this manual completely before attempting to use or
install your device. Visit our Customer Service Center on our
website for advanced troubleshooting and technical support.
WARNING:
This depth sounder should not be used as a navigational aid
to prevent grounding, boat damage, or personal injury. Always
operate the boat at slow speeds in unfamiliar water, or if you
suspect shallow water or submerged objects.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
8000.06T – Plastic Thru-Hull Transducer with Integrated Temperature Sensor
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PARTS SUPPLIED IN PACKAGING
The following parts should be included with the transducer:
•Thru-Hull Transducer with Integrated Temperature Sensor, 30 ft Cable and
Connectors
•Rubber Gasket
•Plastic Nut
•Integrated Temperature Sensor
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact our customer service
department.
SELECTING THE PROPER TRANSDUCER INSTALLATION
The Thru Hull Transducer (8000.06(T)) is suitable for the following vessels:
•Outboard, inboard/outboard, single or dual inboard, or jet-drive propulsion.
•Hull dead rise angle below 20°.
•Fiberglass or Metal Hull Material. CANNOT be constructed of wood.
•Hull thickness LESS than 1.25” (32 mm)
The Transom Mount transducer (8000.01(T)) is suitable for the following
vessels:
•Outboard, inboard/outboard, single inboard, or jet-drive propulsion.
•Hull dead rise angle below 30°.
•Transom angle from 3-20°.
If you think that the thru-hull transducer is not suitable for your installation, return
to the place of purchase and exchange for the transom mount (8000.01(T)). You
can also visit our Customer Service Center at www.hawkeyelectronics.com to
contact us or to complete a transducer exchange request to exchange the
transducer for one that is specialized for your vessel. You may also call 888-
766-7276 to inquire about exchanging the transducer.

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MOUNTING THE TRANSDUCER
NOTICE:
The included transducer needs to be installed in a thru-
hull configuration. It CANNOT be glued in-hull. We also
offer the option to trade-in the included transducer for a
customized transducer. Please visit our website for details.
Does the Installation Vessel Have These Characteristics?
•Outboard, inboard/outboard, single or dual inboard, or jet-drive propulsion.
•Hull deadrise angle below 20°.
•Fiberglass or Metal Hull Material. CANNOT be constructed of wood.
•Hull thickness LESS than 1.25” (32 mm)
If the answer to any of these characteristics is NO, visit our Customer Service
Center at www.hawkeyeelectronics.com to learn about our Transducer Exchange
Program. You may also call 888-766-7276 during normal business hours.
Tools and Supplies Required for Installation
•Safety goggles
•Dust mask
•Electric drill with minimum 3/8th Inch (10 mm) chuck capacity
•Drill Bit: 1/8" (3 mm)
•Hole Saw: 2" (51mm)
•Sandpaper
•Marine sealant
•Zip-ties
•Water-based antifouling paint (mandatory in salt water)
WARNING:
Never install a plastic thru-hull sensor in a wood hull as
swelling of the wood could cause damage to the sensor that
could cause the vessel to sink.

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STEP 1
Test Before Installation
1. Connect the sensor to the instrument as per
the instructions supplied with the instrument.
2. Place the sensor in the water with the
transducer face in the horizontal position and
aimed towards the sea bottom.
3. Check for a depth reading (and temperature
reading if applicable).
4. If there is no reading, check all the
connections and repeat the test.
5. Visit our Customer Service Center at www.hawkeyeelectronics.com or call
888-766-7276 for further troubleshooting information
NOTICE:
Mount the transducer as far as
possible away from sources of
internal noise as outlined above.
How Acoustic Noise Effects Performance
External sound waves can interfere with the operation of the depth sounder.
Background noise from sources such as vegetation, fish, sea surface waves, and
other vessels cannot be controlled.
You can limit the amount of noise generated by your vessel by carefully selecting
the transducer’s mounting location. This will allow the automatic sensitivity
settings on your depth sounder display to give you the best possible
performance.
Common Sources of Internal Noise Are:
•Propeller(s), shaft(s), fins, rudders and other running gear.
•Engines, Generators, Pumps, etc
•Other echo sounders, fish finders or depth sounders.
NOTICE:
Install and test the display in the desired
mounting location before attempting the
transducer installation.

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STEP 2
Choosing a Mounting Location
To obtain the best performance, the transducer should be
mounted in a location where the water flow beneath the
hull is aeration and turbulence-free. Try to mount the
transducer as close to the centerline of the boat as
possible. Consult the boat manufacturer for the best
transducer placement. If this information is unavailable,
follow the guidelines below.
A. On a single drive outboard or inboard/outboard boat,
mount towards the back of the boat, on or near the
centerline, and well inboard of the first lifting strakes.
Mount on the side of the hull where the propeller is
moving downward.
B. On a twin outboard or inboard/outboard boat,
mount between the drives, making certain that the
transducer is not directly in front of either drive or
propeller (avoid aligning directly in line with the
bottom of the boat if the hull comes to a point).
C. On a single or twin inboard boat, mount ahead of the
propeller(s) and shaft(s) near the centerline.
D. On a single jet drive boat, mount on the starboard
side at least 4” outside the intake grate.
E. On twin jet drive boats, mount on the center line,
between the intake grates (avoid aligning directly in
line with the bottom of the boat if the hull comes to a
point).
F. On sailboats, mount on the starboard side at least 6"
outside and forward of the keel.
G. On PWC's, mount on the starboard side, at least 2"
outside and forward of the intake grate.
H. On a stepped hull mount just ahead of the first step.

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Mounting Location “DONT’s”
NOTICE:
To deliver consistent, accurate
readings, the transducer must have a
continuous supply of non-turbulent
water.
DO NOT MOUNT THE TRANSDUCER IN AN
AREA OF TURBULENCE OR BUBBLES.
Never install the transducer where the boat may be
supported during trailering, launching, hauling, or storage.
NOTICE:
To Get a Good “View” of the Mounting
Location: While the vessel is out of the
water, position yourself at the transom and
look at the bottom of the hull towards the bow. Using
illustrations A thru I, note anything that could interrupt
the clean flow of water to the transducer mounting
location.
NEVER MOUNT:
A. Behind water intakes, discharge openings, or
thru-hull fittings.
B. Behind strakes, struts, or hull irregularities.
C. Behind transom steps or pockets.
D. Behind eroding paint, hull deformities, or marine
growth.
E. Behind rivets or strakes on aluminum boats.
F. Behind the step on stepped hulls.
G. Directly on the “V” in the hull.
H. Behind propellers or anywhere propeller
turbulence will interrupt the flow of “clean” water
to the transducer.
I. In areas where the hull has a reverse angle.

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STEP 3
Drilling the Hole
1. After selecting the mounting location based on
STEP 2, place the rubber gasket inside the hull
against the mounting location. (illustration A)
2. Ensure that there is at least 1/2” (12 mm) of flat
surface area around the rubber gasket. (illustration
B)
3. Place a mark in the center of mounting location.
(illustration C)
4. Drill a 1/8" (3 mm) pilot hole on the mark. If there is
a rib, strut, or other hull irregularity on the hull
bottom near the selected mounting location, drill
from the outside.
5. Using a 2" (51 mm) hole saw, cut a hole from
outside the hull. (Illustration A)
6. Using sandpaper and mild house hold detergent,
sand and clean the area around the hole (inside
and outside). Make sure to remove all rough spots
and petroleum residue.
STEP 4
Sealing and Installing
1. Remove the nut and rubber gasket from the
sensor.
2. Apply a bead of marine sealant around the lip of
the sensor housing. (illustration D)
3. From outside the hull, feed the cable through the
hole (plug first) into the mounting hole until all the
cable is inside the hull.
4. Insert the sensor into the hole using a twisting
motion to squeeze out excess sealant.
5. From inside the hull, align the arrow on the housing
towards the bow of the vessel. (illustration E)
6. Slide the rubber gasket onto the housing.
7. Screw the hull nut into place, being sure the arrow
on the housing is still positioned forward toward the
bow. NOTICE:
Hand-tighten only.
Do not over-tighten.
8. Remove the excess sealant on the outside of the hull.
½” Flat Surface
Rubber Gasket
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STEP 5
Cable Routing & Connection to the Depth Sounder Display
Route the cable to the mounting location of the depth sounder transducer plug.
•To reduce electrical interference, separate the transducer cable from other
electrical wiring.
•Coil any excess cable and secure it in place using tie-wraps.
•Connect the transducer plug to the depth sounder display plug and secure to
prevent accidental disconnection.
STEP 6
Antifouling Paint
Marine growth can accumulate rapidly on the transducer's surface. If the vessel
is left in saltwater for extended periods of time, all components of the transducer
exposed to sea water must be painted with WATER BASED antifouling paint.
•Clear, spray-on antifouling paints are very easy to apply and can be
purchased from your local boating supply store.
•Reapply paint as needed to prevent marine growth
NOTICE:
Never use ketone-based paint, as this type of
paint can damage the transducer's plastic shell.
STEP 7
Checking for Leaks
Immediately after placing the vessel in the water check around the transducer for
leaks.
•If no leaks are evident, recheck the area after 2, 12, 24, and 48 hours.
•If there is a leak, remove the vessel from the water and repeat STEP 4 above
immediately.
WARNING:
Never install this transducer and leave
the vessel in the water unchecked.
Refer to STEP 7 above.

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