Ocean Guardian BOAT01 User manual

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Table of Contents
1Warnings & Safety Information 3
2How to Use the Documentation 6
3Introduction 7
4About the Power Module 12
5BOAT01 Setup 15
6BOAT01 Deployment 21
7FISH01 Setup 23
8FISH01 Deployment 26
9Charging the Power Module 27
10 Operational LED Status Indications 29
11 Safe Storage and Regular Maintenance 30
12 Warranty Registration and Annual
Certification 32
13 Product Specifications 33
14 Warranty 35
15 Accessories 39

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1 Warnings & Safety Information
1. Electrical power must be off before connecting or
separating any connectors on the POWER MODULE.
2. DO NOT use the CHARGER or POWER EXTENSION
CABLE as a tether with the BOAT01 or FISH01. The
POWER CABLES are NOT designed to take the strain of
tethering the BOAT01 or FISH01 to the vessel. Always
securely tether the BOAT01 BUOY or FISH01 using a rope
and not the POWER CABLES.
3. Keep away from children, this device is not a toy.
4. Carefully read instructions before use.
5. Sharks can be dangerous and often unpredictable
creatures and we encourage people to use an Ocean
Guardian when working in, or enjoying the sea, to
minimize the risk of an unwanted shark encounter. While
extensive testing has been performed, and great care
taken to develop and manufacture the Ocean Guardian
range of products, it is impossible to guarantee that all
sharks will be deterred under all circumstances. Water
based activities in the presence of sharks is inherently
dangerous; therefore, we recommend that if a shark is
sighted, the user gets to safety rather than continue with
their water activity.
6. A large pulsing current is emitted from the Ocean
Guardian antenna to produce the protective electric field.
Anyone with any electronic medical device (EMD) such as
a pacemaker, who is pregnant, or has a health condition
which could be affected by the electric field, SHOULD
NOT USE THE DEVICE. Some examples of health
conditions include heart disease, a history of heart
problems, peripheral vascular decease, stroke, a history
of fainting or epilepsy, or lung disease. Users
unintentionally being in close proximity, or in contact with
the antenna, may possibly suffer muscle spasms in
varying degrees; we recommend that users may need to
make adjustments to limit contact in these situations.

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7. Positioning of the Ocean Guardian is critical to the device's
performance. Do not attempt to use the device in any way
other than what is described in this user manual.
8. Ocean Guardian is designed for sea water use only.
9. Some bottom-dwelling and non-predatory sharks such as
the Wobbygong, Carpet and Port Jackson sharks have
limited active Ampullae of Lorenzini. Therefore, the Ocean
Guardian may have limited or no effect on these sharks.
10. Power Module Battery Warnings:
·Do not use any charger other than that specifically
provided for use with the POWER MODULE.
·The POWER MODULE contains Li-ion batteries. Ensure
it is not stored in high temperatures.
·Do not expose batteries to heat or fire. Avoid storage
in direct sunlight.
·Do not short-circuit the POWER MODULE.
·Avoid subjecting the POWER MODULE to mechanical
shock.
·Do not store the device longer than 1 month in a
discharged state.
·Do not store the device longer than 1 year without
recharge.
·The batteries in the POWER MODULE must be
recycled or disposed of properly.
·When transporting the POWER MODULE check the
latest regulations in relation to air, sea and road
transport of devices containing lithium-ion batteries, to
ensure you comply with all regulations.
·If lithium-ion batteries are packed with, or contained in
equipment, then it is the responsibility of the shipper to
ensure that the consignment is packed in compliance
with the latest edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods
Regulations section II of either Packing Instruction 966
or 967 in order for that consignment to be declared as
NOT RESTRICTED (non-hazardous/non-Dangerous). If
lithium-ion batteries are packed with or contained in
equipment, UN No. is UN3481.

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·For worldwide sea transportation see the IMO-IMDG
code and special provision 188.
·For European road transportation see ADR special
provision 188.
Disclaimer
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this
manual we are not responsible for any errors or omissions within it.
The product specifications and descriptions within this manual will
be subject to improvements and modifications over time without
notice, as changes to software and hardware are implemented.
For the most up-to-date version of this user manual please visit our
website.

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2 How to Use the Documentation
Overview of this User Manual
Use this manual to learn how to:
·Assemble the Ocean Guardian BOAT01 and FISH01 products
ready for use.
·Charge the Ocean Guardian POWER MODULE.
·Deploy and turn the Ocean Guardian on and monitor
operational status.
·Understand charging and operational LED status indications.
·Store, test and follow a proper maintenance schedule is
followed for the Ocean Guardian.
Manual Conventions
WARNINGS: Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death
or serious personal injury caused by dangerous voltages or
incorrect operation of the equipment. These must be
observed for safe operation.
CAUTIONS: Instructions warning against potential hazards,
or to detail practices that must be observed for safe
operation and to prevent damage to equipment or
personnel.
Important Note: Information important to installation,
attachment or operation of equipment.
Typographic Conventions
·Operation states are in bold, e.g. On/Off
·Hardware elements are in bold capitals, e.g. GREEN LED

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3 Introduction
Ocean Guardian is the world’s leading shark deterrent technology
company. Since 2001 the company’s Shark Shield Technology has
protected tens of thousands of ocean lovers and prevented the
unnecessary killing of animals from environmentally fatal shark
nets, drum-lines and shark culling.
Ocean Guardian’s Shark Shield Technology is the only
scientifically proven electrical shark deterrent supported by peer
reviewed published research, and successful in deterring Great
Whites. The technology is so effective government has approved
the devices for consumer rebates. Nothing is more effective.
Sharks have short-range electrical receptors in their snouts used
for finding food. Shark Shield Technology is used to create a
powerful three-dimensional electrical field which causes spasms in
these sensitive receptors turning sharks away. There are no known
harmful effects on sharks or humans.
Ocean Guardian products are trusted by ocean goers around the
world, whether you’re swimming off your boat with family and
friends, out seeking to land your next big fish, or simply heading off
to enjoy a dive, snorkel or surf, our technology is here to enhance
your ocean experience and provide peace of mind.
About the BOAT01
Powered by Shark Shield Technology, the Ocean Guardian
BOAT01 is the world’s first innovative long-range shark deterrent
system designed specifically for boating. The BOAT01 is powered
by Shark Shield Technology, the world’s only scientifically proven
and independently tested shark deterrent technology. Boat owners
and their guests will have the confidence to enjoy the ocean
anytime, anywhere. Imagine swimming off the back of your boat
with the family knowing that everyone is protected by proven shark
deterrent technology!

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Easy to deploy off the back of any vessel, the new BOAT01 is
based on the proven design of the Ocean Guardian FREEDOM7
dive product and provides a large and powerful protective
swimming area. Powered by either the internal Lithium battery or
from your vessel, you can also daisy-chain up to four devices to
create a “virtual shark net”. The BOAT01:
·Delivers a powerful electrical field over 8 metres (26’) deep
and 6 metres (19’) wide.
·Comes standard with 4.4 metre (14'5") antenna and optional
2.2 metre (7'3") antenna for shallower water, or an optional
6.8 metre (22'4") antenna.
·Supports up to four devices daisy-chained using the same
vessel power cable.
·Can create a protective "virtual shark net" around the vessel.
·Offers annual safety testing and certification service.

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About the FISH01
Say no to shark tax! The Ocean Guardian FISH01 is the world’s first
innovative long-range shark deterrent system designed specifically
for fishing, and it is Powered by Shark Shield Technology, the
world's only scientifically proven and independently tested
electrical shark deterrent technology; fish off the back of your boat
knowing that your catch is protected from the dreaded 'shark tax'.
Sharks are opportunistic by nature and will naturally single out
any food source that appears easy to exploit. Nowhere is a
shark’s opportunistic behavior more apparent than when fishing. It
is well known among both the commercial and recreational fishing
communities that a struggling fish is irresistible to sharks.
Significantly improve your catch rate with research showing the use
of Shark Shield Technology in fishing resulted in:
·Preventing the majority of shark species from attacking
hooked fish.
·A significant reduction in the number of predatory incidents.
·Improvements in the efficiency of fishing operations.
·Less time spent at sea.
Easy to deploy off the back of any vessel, the FISH01 is based on
the proven technology in Ocean Guardian FREEDOM7 dive
products. It provides a large and powerful protective area to keep
your catch safe from sharks and features:
·Powerful electrical field created over 15 metres (49’) deep
and 6 metres (19’) wide.
·Standard with 6.8 metre (22'4") antenna and optional 4.4
metre (14'5") or 2.2 metre (7'3") antenna for shallower water.
·6.6 metre antenna has three electrodes, with the outer
electrodes toggling between the centre one.
·Protect your catch at depths up to 200 metres (656’).

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Both the BOAT01 and FISH01 use the same Power Module which
means if you purchase the BOAT01 you can remove the Power
Module and use it as a FISH01 for fishing with the 4.4 metre
antenna.
How does it work?
Ocean Guardian devices generate a protective electric field which
is detected by a shark via its short range sensory receptors called
Ampullae of Lorenzini. These Ampullae of Lorenzini are found on
the snouts of predatory sharks.
Ampullae of Lorenzini on the snout of a shark (left)
and under magnification (right)

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The electric field causes discomfort to a shark and this increases
the closer it gets to the electric field, until it becomes intolerable.
The electrical field transmitted by Ocean Guardian devices has no
known long term effect on sharks. It also has no effect on other
marine creatures.
IMPORTANT: Ocean Guardian devices do NOT attract sharks.
This is a myth and independent scientific research has shown that
electrical deterrents do not attract sharks. As electrical currents can
only travel very short distances through water, the Ocean Guardian
creates only a very localized electrical field.
Shark electroreceptors can only sense electrical currents at very
short distances, typically less than half a metre. When a shark
approaches an Ocean Guardian, these electroreceptors are over-
sensitized, causing the shark to turn away.
Ocean Guardian Electrical Fields
Ocean Guardian has been scientifically proven and independently
tested to be effective at turning sharks away. For detailed scientific
research which validates the Ocean Guardian capability, please
visit our website at www.ocean-guardian.com/technology, or our
Ocean Guardian YouTube channel.

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4 About the Power Module
The same POWER MODULE is used for operating both the BOAT01
and FISH01 products.
Ocean Guardian Power Module Features
During operation the POWER MODULE can be powered from:
·The internal lithium battery for up to 10-12 hours.
·12V/24VDC using the optional 6 metre (19'8") Ocean
Guardian Tether POWER EXTENSION CABLE (Female-to-
Male), which connects the device to vessel power for
continual use.
·The optional Ocean Guardian Solar Power Accessory.

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LEDs and Power On/Off
A rotary sub-sea ON/OFF SWITCH is used to activate and
deactivate the device. Turn clockwise to activate the device and
anticlockwise to deactivate the device. The POWER MODULE has
a RED LED and GREEN LED which provide charging and
operational status indications. For more details see Operational
LED Status Indications.

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Sub-Sea Connectors
CAUTION:
·Electrical power must be off before connecting or
separating any connectors on the POWER MODULE.
·When joining two sub-sea connectors DO NOT force the
male pins into the female connector or pins may be
damaged. Engage the connectors with firm and smooth
connection without forcing them together, using the 'lead in'
guide pin to ensure the connectors join correctly.
·Before use ensure the protective DUMMY CONNECTOR
with a watertight sleeve is fitted at all times to the POWER
MODULE to prevent water ingress and damage and
corrosion to the charging connector.
Fixed sub-sea connectors on the POWER MODULE and
associated power and antenna cables use a proven water
expulsion mating process to achieve ratings of up to 10,000 psi.

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5 BOAT01 Setup
Standard Items Shipped with the BOAT01
Ocean Guardian BOAT01
The standard Ocean Guardian BOAT01 bundle is shipped with:
·BOAT01 Buoy Yellow or White.
·UPPER and LOWER MOUNTING BRACKET and 8 x 10mm
mounting bolts.
·POWER MODULE Electronics.
·12/24v DC Power and Charging Cable (6M).
·4.4 metre (14'5") ANTENNA.
·User Manual.
Note: Additional units can be daisy-chained together with a custom
Y-connector which is available as an accessory.
BOAT01 Components

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Feature
Explanation
1
BOAT01 Buoy
Durable Roto Molded Construction.
2
Dive Flag Insert
Threaded insert for optional dive flag
attachment.
3
Dummy
Connector
Protective DUMMY CONNECTOR with
watertight sleeve which must be fitted at all
times to the POWER MODULE to prevent water
ingress and damage and corrosion to the
charging connector.
4
Nylon Cage
Strong nylon cage protects connections, LEDs
and ON/OFF SWITCH.
5
Power Module
POWER MODULE with charging and antenna
connectors. Ships with 12V/24V DC car/boat
charger.
6
Mounting Bolts
8 x 10mm marine-grade 316 stainless steel
Phillips head BOLTS for attaching the UPPER
and LOWER MOUNTING BRACKET.
7
Upper
Mounting
Bracket
Strong nylon UPPER MOUNTING BRACKET
for attaching the POWER MODULE. Requires 4
BOLTS.
8
Lower
Mounting
Bracket
Strong nylon LOWER MOUNTING BRACKET
for attaching the POWER MODULE. Requires 4
BOLTS.
9
Antenna
4.4 metre (14'5") ANTENNA with two electrodes.
Assembling the Power Module and Buoy
CAUTION:
·Electrical power must be off before connecting or
separating any connectors on the POWER MODULE.
·When joining two sub-sea connectors DO NOT force the
male pins into the female connector or pins may be
damaged. Engage the connectors with firm and smooth
connection without forcing them together, using the 'lead in'
guide pin to ensure the connectors join correctly.

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·Before use ensure the protective DUMMY CONNECTOR
with a watertight sleeve is fitted at all times to the POWER
MODULE to prevent water ingress and damage and
corrosion to the charging connector.
1. Slide the POWER MODULE into the BOAT01 BUOY with the
POWER CONNECTOR at the top and the open section of
the NYLON CAGE facing towards the entry channel. Note:
The grooves at the top and bottom of the POWER MODULE
need to align centrally.
2. Slide the UPPER MOUNTING BRACKET into the top of the
entry channel towards the POWER MODULE, taking care to
align the groove in the POWER MODULE with the raised
section on the MOUNTING BRACKET.

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3. Insert 4 of the supplied 10mm marine-grade 316 stainless
steel Phillips head BOLTS into the threaded inserts on the
BOAT01 BUOY to fix the mounting UPPER MOUNTING
BRACKET.
4. Slide the LOWER MOUNTING BRACKET around the base
of the POWER MODULE, taking care to align the groove in
the POWER MODULE with the raised section on the
MOUNTING BRACKET.

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5. Insert 4 of the supplied 10mm marine-grade 316 stainless
steel Phillips head BOLTS into the threaded inserts on the
BOAT01 BUOY to fix the LOWER MOUNTING BRACKET.
6. Attach the 4.4m (14'5") ANTENNA to the ANTENNA
CONNECTOR at the base of the POWER MODULE.
7. Attach a rope to the BOAT01 BUOY to tether the device to
the vessel.

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Note: Both the BOAT01 and FISH01 use the same POWER
MODULE which means if you purchase the BOAT01 you can
remove the POWER MODULE and use it as a FISH01 for fishing
with the optional 6.8 metre (22'4") ANTENNA.