• Do not mount the Processor on the engine, transmission, or in any location that will subject it
to excessive vibration.
• Do not
mount the Processor to the transom when the vessel is equipped with a surface
piercing drive system, due to vibration concerns.
• Locate the Processor(s) away from sources of high heat, such as an engine exhaust manifolds
or turbochargers. Allow 4 feet (1,2m) of clearance or more.
• Do not
mount the Processor(s) in close proximity to gas engine ignition systems, alternators,
generators or any equipment producing strong magnetic fields. Allow 4 feet (1,2m) clearance
or more.
3.1.2 Control Head(s)
Refer to
MMC-280 400 Series Control Head Variations for information on the various Control Heads
available and their dimensions.
• The 400 and MC2000 Series Control Heads are spray proof from the top, but must be
protected from the weather on the underside.
• The 700 Series Control Heads are fully water proof.
• Control Heads are available with pluggable pigtails or may be hard-wired (no pigtails).
• When a 400 or MC2000 Series Control Head must be mounted in a location where the
underside may be exposed to the weather, consider using a Weather Mount Enclosure. Refer
to the MMC-279 400 Series Weather Mount Enclosure for specific information.
• Ensure that the clearance is sufficient for the Control Head’s lever to reach full Ahead and full
Astern.
• Retrofit applications may require an Adapter Pad to cover the old Control Head cutout. A
variety of Adapters and Cover Pads are available. Refer to MMC-288 References and Parts
Source for details.
• The Control Head can be mounted at any location on the vessel, as long as all of the criteria
listed above are met.
3.1.3 Standard Wire Harnesses
(Refer to the
MMC-288 References and Parts Source)
The following lists the various Harnesses that plug into the Standard Processor:
3.1.3.1 Control Head Harnesses
• One Control Head Harness is required for every Control Head lever at every Remote Station.
• The Control Head Harnesses are available in various lengths.
• Harnesses are available with plugs on both ends or a plug on the Processor side only.
• The Harness from the Port side of a Control Head is always routed to the Port Processor.
• The Harness from the Starboard side of a Control Head is always routed to the Starboard
Processor.
3.1.3.2 Power, Start Interlock, Clutch Pressure, Alarm Harness
• One Harness required per Processor.
• The Harness is plugged at one end only.
• In addition to the DC power and Start Interlock, the Harness also contains cables if required:
Clutch Oil Pressure Switch and External Alarm Circuit.
• All of the cables in the Harness are the same length. Therefore, order a length that will reach
all of the previously mentioned items, if required.
• The Harness is available in lengths up to 30 feet (9,14m).
CAUTION: Strong magnetic fields can influence the Processor’s electronic circuits and void your warranty.
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