SeapiX – Operation Manual
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4.1.1.1 Cooling Down the SAU
Please note that the SAU must always be fully immersed.
CAUTION: DAMAGE TO THE ANTENNA (SAU)
When using SeapiX, as the SAU is cooled down by thermal dissipation on its rear face, it
is mandatory to have the SAU completely immersed all the time and to insure enough
water flow.
There is a risk the SAU electronics could be damaged because of overheating -
which would not be covered by iXblue warrantee.
4.1.1.2 Corrosion Protection of the SAU
SeapiX SAU is made of marine grade stainless steel (SAE 316 L). When immersed, it shall
be protected against corrosion by anodes:
• an anode is positioned on the SAU rear face,
• a witness anode is positioned on the SAU front face, oriented to the back to avoid
turbulences.
CAUTION: SAU CORROSION IF WORN ANODES
The customer must ensure the anode protection efficiency and its maintainance over time.
Lack of protection may result in severe damage to the SAU and would not be
covered by iXblue warranty.
4.1.1.3 Cable Gland and Watertightness
CAUTION: CABLE GLAND MUST ENSURE WATERTIGHTNESS
The installation of the cable gland and its qualification are under the shipyard/customer
responsability. The cable gland delivered has been designed for steel hull configuration.
4.1.1.4 Transducer Bending and Attachment
CAUTION: DAMAGE TO THE TRANSDUCER CABLE IF EXCESSIVE STRESS OR
TENSION OR IF NOT PROPERLY SECURED
No excessive stress or tension shall apply on the transducer cable.
It shall be secured in such a way that it does not get damaged during cruise in rough
conditions.
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