Location requirements

When selecting a location for your product it is important that you comply with the specified location requirements.

Location requirementsGeneralAspects of the installation location that can impact product life and performance are:

• Water ingressWater ingress — The product should be mounted below decks, in a protected area away from prolonged and direct exposure to rain and salt spray.

• VentilationVentilation — To ensure adequate airflow:

  • Ensure that the product is mounted in a well-ventilated compartment of suitable size.

  • Ensure adequate separation between product and other equipment.

  • Never cover the product.

• Mounting orientationMounting orientation — The product must be mounted on a vertical surface with the connectors pointing downwards.

• Mounting surfaceMounting surface — Ensure product is adequately supported on a secure vertical surface. Do not mount the product in a location which may damage the structure of the vessel.

• CablingCabling — Ensure the product is mounted in a location which allows proper routing, support and connection of cables:

  • For all cables, ensure that the recommended minimum cable bend radius is adhered to.

  • Use cable clips to support cables and prevent stress on connectors.

  • If your installation requires suppression ferrites to be added to cables, additional cable clips should be used to support the extra weight of the ferrites.

• Electrical interferenceElectrical interference — Select a location that is far enough away from devices that may cause interference, such as motors, generators and radio transmitters / receivers.

• Power supplyPower supply — To keep cable runs to a minimum, select a location that is as close as possible to the vessel’s DC power source.