Raymarine axiom 7 Installation Instructions Manual

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3.1 Selecting a locationCaution: Mounting surface requirementsThis product is heavy. To prevent potential damage to the product and / or yourvessel, observe the following BEFORE installing the product:• Refer to the weight information provided in the technical specification for thisproduct and ensure that the intended mounting surface is suitable for bearingthe weight.• If the mounting surface is not suitable for the product weight, you may need toreinforce the mounting surface.• If in doubt, refer to a professional marine equipment installer for furtherguidance.Warning: Switch off power supplyEnsure the vessel’s power supply is switched OFF before starting to install thisproduct. Do NOT connect or disconnect equipment with the power switchedon, unless instructed in this document.Warning: Potential ignition sourceThis product is NOT approved for use in hazardous/flammable atmospheres. DoNOT install in a hazardous/flammable atmosphere (such as in an engine roomor near fuel tanks).General location requirementsWhen selecting a location for your product it is important to consider a number of factors.Key factors which can affect product performance are:• Ventilation — To ensure adequate airflow:– Ensure that product is mounted in a compartment of suitable size.– Ensure that ventilation holes are not obstructed. Allow adequate separation of all equipment.Any specific requirements for each system component are provided later in this chapter.• Mounting surface — Ensure product is adequately supported on a secure surface. Do not mountunits or cut holes in places which may damage the structure of the vessel.• Cabling — Ensure the product is mounted in a location which allows proper routing, supportand connection of cables:– Minimum bend radius of 100 mm (3.94 in) unless otherwise stated.– Use cable clips to prevent stress on connectors.– If your installation requires multiple ferrites to be added to a cable then additional cable clipsshould be used to ensure the extra weight of the cable is supported.• Water ingress — The product is suitable for mounting both above and below decks. Althoughthe unit is waterproof, it is good practice to locate it in a protected area away from prolonged anddirect exposure to rain and salt spray.• Electrical interference — Select a location that is far enough away from devices that may causeinterference, such as motors, generators and radio transmitters / receivers.• Power supply — Select a location that is as close as possible to the vessel’s DC power source.This will help to keep cable runs to a minimum.EMC installation guidelinesRaymarine equipment and accessories conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility(EMC) regulations, to minimize electromagnetic interference between equipment and minimize theeffect such interference could have on the performance of your systemCorrect installation is required to ensure that EMC performance is not compromised.24