Garmin GPSMAP 8008 MFD Instructions Manual
GPSMAP
®
8000 Series 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.
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 will void the product warranty.
CAUTION
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.
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Tools Needed
• Drill and drill bits
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Marine sealant
• Jigsaw
• File and sandpaper
Mounting the Components
Mounting Considerations
NOTICE
This device should be mounted in a location that is not exposed
to extreme temperatures or conditions. The temperature range
for this device is listed in the product specifications. Extended
exposure to temperatures exceeding the specified temperature
range, in storage or operating conditions, may cause device
failure. Extreme-temperature-induced damage and related
consequences are not covered by the warranty.
You can mount the device using one of three methods. You can
use the included bracket and hardware to bail mount the device,
you can use the included template and hardware to flush mount
the device, or you can use the flat-mount kit (sold separately) to
mount the device flat with the dashboard. When selecting a
mounting location, observe these considerations.
NOTE: Not all mounting methods are available for all device
models. See the specific mounting-type section for more details
about your model.
• The location should provide optimal viewing as you operate
your boat.
• The location should allow for easy access to all device
interfaces, such as the keypad, touchscreen, and card
reader, if applicable.
• The location must be strong enough to support the weight of
the device and protect it from excessive vibration or shock.
• To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, the device
should not be installed closer to a compass than the
compass-safe distance value listed in the product
specifications.
• The location must allow room for the routing and connection
of the cables.
Bail Mounting the Device
NOTICE
If you are mounting the bracket on fiberglass with screws, it is
recommended to use a countersink bit to drill a clearance
counterbore through only the top gel-coat layer. This will help to
avoid any cracking in the gel-coat layer when the screws are
tightened.
The bail-mounting hardware (screws and washers or nuts,
washers, and bolts) is not included. The holes on the bail-mount
bracket are
5
/
16
in. (7.9 mm) in diameter. Before you can bail
mount the device, you must choose mounting hardware that fits
the holes in the bail-mount bracket and securely attaches it to
your specific mounting surface. The size of the pilot hole
required depends on the mounting hardware you choose.
You can bail mount only the eight-inch and 12-inch models. Due
to the size of the 15-inch models, you must install them using
the flush-mount or flat-mount method.
1
Using the included bail-mount bracket
À
as a template, mark
the location of the four pilot holes
Á
.
2
Using a drill bit appropriate for your mounting hardware, drill
the pilot holes.
3
Secure the bail-mount bracket to the surface using your
mounting hardware
.
4
Install the bail-mount knobs
Ã
on the sides of the device.
December 2012
190-01557-02_0A
Printed in Taiwan