SonicShield Micro Installation Manual Issue 1
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Page 3 - Installation Planning Page 4 - Transducer Planning Page 5 - Control unit Planning Page 5 to 8 - Transducer Installation Page 8 - Control unit Installation Page 9 - Transducer Cables Page 10 - Battery Cable + Fuse Page 11 - Transducer fitting Page 12 - Light Sensor & Cable connections Page 13 - Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Welcome Thank you for choosing CMS Marine to supply your SonicShield Product. Please ensure you read this installation guide fully before proceeding as correct installation is critical to the overall success of your Ultrasonic system If you have any questions or require any help please either contact us on +44 (0) 1452 380100 or info@cmsmarine.co.uk Safety Considerations WARNING You MUST install this product in accordance with this installation guide, failure to follow the information enclosed could result in damage to your vessel or personal injury You MUST ensure you protect the permanent...

Page 3 Installation The installation of your SonicShield product is based around a DIY installation. By following the steps below in order, you will ensure most efficient use of your time. Plan the location of your transducers Plan the location of your control box Fit the transducer rings Fit the control box Run the power and transducer cables Fit the Light Sensor (OPTIONAL) Switch ON. Planning - Transducers Planning the location of the transducers is the MOST important consideration. Incorrect positioning or installation will result in inefficient cleaning. Please see images below for...

Page 4 The below is only a rough indication of position. If you would like advice on the optimum position please call our technical team, as we have experience with many types of boats. For boats with waterline length <10M The transducers should be located towards the stern between the propeller and the rudder. One should be placed to port and the other to starboard approximately 30cm from the centre line. For boats with waterline length >10M < 20M The transducers should be located towards the stern between the propeller and the rudder. One should be placed to port and the other to...

Page 5 Planning – Control Unit When planning the location for your intelligent control unit you must take into account the below suggestions. The control unit is IP67 rated and will withstand submersion to 1M. The connectors are IP68 and will withstand submersion to 10M. Where possible it is always advisable to install the control unit in a locker or in an area that will not be consistently in contact with water. It is advisable to Install above the water line in a dry area Be located where ALL of your transducer cables can reach Be located where your battery power cable can reach Note :-...

Page 6 It is advised to clean the prepared area of the hull and the transducer ring with an alcohol based solvent i.e Acetone (Not supplied). PLEASE ENSURE YOU TAKE NOTE OF THE MANUFACTURERS SAFTEY INSTRUCTIONS WHEN USING THESE PRODUCTS. Place the transducer assembly on this newly prepared area and draw around the ring to give you a guide for the epoxy later in the assembly. After preparing the hull area, place the transducer and nut in the proposed position and draw around the outside of the nut to give you a guide. Once you have prepared the hull you are now ready to apply the adhesive...

Page 7 Apply epoxy to the ring area only (highlighted Green), avoiding contact with the plastic covering (highlighted red below) Once you have applied the epoxy to the ring you can now apply the epoxy to the hull area (as shown on the next page). Using the guide you drew earlier apply a generous amount of the epoxy ensuring you cover the entire area of the hull where the transducer and nut will be located. Try to ensure the epoxy resin is as level as possible. Apply glue generously to the hull area ensuring you cover an area large enough to accept the ring and transducer face. You are...

Example of a transducer that has been left in place to cure. This is how your transducer should look before you move to the next transducer. Fitting – Control Unit Using the template provided in your installation kit, carefully make pilot holes using a 2mm drill bit. Using the x4 screw provided, mount the control box to your chosen location. NOTE : When drilling / screwing into boat surfaces check that there are no cables or pipes on the opposite side of the surface. Check that once installed the screws will not protrude through the surface. Remember that you should ensure that the control...

Page 9 Fitting – Transducer Cables The transducer cables supplied are made from marine based silicon and will withstand any water or temperature fluctuations during normal operation. It is suggested that where possible you follow any current cabling or trunking to aid your installation of cables. Starting at your transducer work the cable back to control unit. DO NOT CONNECT ANY OF CABLES TO YOUR UNIT AT THIS STAGE. DO NOT COIL ANY UNUSED CABLE IF YOU REQUIRE LONGER CABLES TO REACH YOUR CONTROL UNIT PLEASE CONTACT US FOR EXTENSION CABLES If you need to drill through any watertight bulk...

Page 10 Fitting – 12V / 24V Battery supply. You will need to ensure a permanently live supply from your battery to the control unit. CMS Marine advise making a direct connection to your battery. YOU MUST install a 10 AMP inline fuse as close to the battery on the live supply (Brown cable) as possible. Failure to install the fuse could result in irreparable damage to your control unit and will invalidate your warranty. Please also ensure you are using the correct cable for your battery voltage. A different power cable is required if you are using a 24V system. If you have the wrong cable...

Page 11 Fitting – Transducer cable to transducer unit. Once the epoxy resin has fully cured (approx 24 Hours) you will be able to unscrew the transducer from the ring. This should be possible by hand only. If however you are unable to loosen the transducer by hand you may need to give the transducer a slight tap with a mallet to loosen and epoxy resin excess. EXCESS FORCE IS NOT REQUIRED TO REMOVE THE TRANSDUCER. IF YOU ARE HAVING PROBLEMS PLEASE CONTACT US FOR FURTHER ADVICE. Apply a small amount of silicon grease to the face of the transducer. You will only need a light skin approx 1mm...