Lowrance electronic HDS 8 SONAR User Manual


 
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Transducer Installation
Recommended Tools and Supplies
Tools and Supplies (not included)
If you plan to route the transducer cable through the transom, you will need either a 1” drill
bit or a 5/8” drill bit depending on the size of the transducer cable connector. Each transom
mount requires a high quality, marine grade above- or below-waterline sealant/adhesive
compound. The following installations also call for these recommended tools and supplies.
One-piece Bracket Transom Installation
Tools: two adjustable wrenches or socket wrench, drill, #29 (0.136”) drill bit, screwdriver.
Supplies: none.
Two-piece Bracket Transom Installation
Tools: two adjustable wrenches or socket wrench, drill, #20 (0.161”) drill bit, screwdriver.
Supplies: four, 1” long, #12 stainless steel wood screws.
TMB-S Bracket Trolling Motor Installation
Tools: two adjustable wrenches or socket wrench, screwdriver. Supplies: plastic cable ties.
Skimmer Transducer Shoot-through Hull Installation
Supplies: alcohol wipes, 60 and 160 grit sandpaper, and marine grade above- or below-
waterline epoxy adhesive.
Pod Transducer Shoot-through Hull Installation
Supplies: alcohol wipes, 60 and 160 grit sandpaper, and marine grade above- or below-
waterline epoxy adhesive.