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Be careful not to scratch the transducer. Ensure it is placed on a clean surface free from items that may damage the sensitive
components.

8.3 Power/Data Cable

8.3.1 Handling

Take care not to bend the cables beyond the recommended minimum bend radius.

o DC power cable:

 Fixed installation: 42mm
 Occasional flexing: 125mm

o Data cables (transducers, COM/SYNC):

 Fixed installation: 5 x outer diameter
 Occasional flexing: 15 x outer diameter

Do not lift the equipment by the cables.

8.3.2 Maintenance

Regularly inspect the cables and connectors for wear, and clean regularly with a non-corrosive cleaning agent.

Dry end:

o Inspect the connectors at regular intervals.

o Lubricate lightly with 3M lubricating spray or equivalent when necessary.

o Grip main body of connector during mating or unmating. Do not pull on cable to disconnect. o Avoid sharp bends at cable entry to connector.