Garmin GMR FANTOM 4/6 Installation Instructions Manual
GMR Fantom
™
4/6
Installation Instructions
Important Safety Information
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
The radar transmits electromagnetic energy. Ensure that the
radar is installed according to the recommendations in these
instructions and that all personnel are clear of the path of the
radar beam before transmitting. When properly installed and
operated, the use of this radar conforms to the requirements of
ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 Standard for Safety Levels with Respect
to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
When the radar is transmitting, do not look directly at the
antenna at close range; eyes are the most sensitive part of the
body to electromagnetic energy.
When connecting the power cable, do not remove the in-line
fuse holder. To prevent the possibility of injury or product
damage caused by fire or overheating, the appropriate fuse
must be in place as indicated in the product specifications. In
addition, connecting the power cable without the appropriate
fuse in place voids the product warranty.
CAUTION
This device should be used only as a navigational aid. Do not
attempt to use the device for any purpose requiring precise
measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography.
Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask
when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
NOTICE
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite
side of the surface.
CAUTION
Opening the pedestal may result in personal injury and/or
damage to the device. This device contains no user-serviceable
parts, and should be opened only by a Garmin
®
authorized
service technician. Any damage to the device resulting from
opening the unit by anyone other than a Garmin authorized
service technician will not be covered by the Garmin warranty.
Registering Your Device
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• Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe
place.
Contacting Garmin Product Support
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information.
• In the USA, call 913-397-8200 or 1-800-800-1020.
• In the UK, call 0808 238 0000.
• In Europe, call +44 (0) 870 850 1241.
Tools Needed
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• 5 mm hex wrench
• Drill
• 15.0 mm (
19
/
32
in.) drill bit
• 32 mm (1
1
/
4
in.) drill bit (optional)
• 17 mm (
21
/
32
in.) wrench and torque wrench
• 3.31 mm² (12 AWG) copper wire to ground the radar housing
(the length depends on the distance from the radar to
ground)
• Marine sealant
Mounting Considerations
When selecting a mounting location, observe these
considerations.
• It is highly recommended that the device is mounted out of
range of people, with the vertical beam width above head
height. To avoid exposure to harmful radio frequency (RF)
levels, the device should not be mounted closer to people
than the maximum safe distance value listed in the product
specifications.
• The device should be mounted high above the ship’s keel
line with minimal blockage of the radar beam. Obstructions
may cause blind and shadow sectors, or generate false
echoes. The higher the installation position, the farther the
radar can detect targets.
• The device should be mounted on a flat surface or a platform
that is parallel to the vessel's water line and is sturdy enough
to support the device's weight. The weight for each model is
listed in the product specifications.
• The radar beam spreads vertically 11.5° above and
11.5° below
À
the radar's radiating element. On vessels with
higher bow angles at cruise speed, the installation angle can
be lowered to point the beam slightly downward to the
waterline while at rest. Shims can be used if necessary.
• The device should be mounted away from heat sources, such
as smoke stacks and lights.
• The device should be mounted at a different level than
horizontal spreaders and mast crosstrees.
• To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, the device
should not be mounted closer to a compass than the
compass-safe distance value listed in the product
specifications.
• Other electronics and cables should be mounted more than
2 m (6.5 ft.) from the radar beam path.
• GPS antennas should be either above or below the radar
beam path.
• The device should be mounted at least 1 m (40 in.) from any
transmitting equipment.
• The device should be mounted at least 1 m (40 in.) away
from cables carrying radio signals such as VHF radios,
cables, and antennas.
May 2016
Printed in Taiwan
190-01967-02_0C