Eagle Electronics CUDA 242 User Manual

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To adjust the viewing angle, pinch the quick-release mount's ratchets

with one hand, then tilt the unit with your other hand. Release the

ratchets and the unit locks into the new position. To remove the unit

from the PPP-12, press the ratchets and lift the unit off the bracket.
Turn the sonar unit on. If it works, turn it off and finish assembling the

portable transducer. If it doesn't work, make sure the battery terminals

are making good contact against the battery contacts. Also make sure

the batteries are oriented correctly in the battery adapter.
If it still doesn't work, check the battery voltage. Most complaints we

hear about portable units result from stale batteries. Make sure you buy

fresh ones. Always remove batteries from the compartment when storing

the unit because dead batteries can leak and corrode the contacts.
In cold weather the efficiency of dry cell batteries drops with the tem-

perature. We find it a good idea to have the batteries and the sonar

unit good and warm before we leave home.

If the batteries do lose a charge, you can sometimes restore them by

placing them in a warm room or car interior. A better way is to replace

them with batteries that have been kept warm.
WARNING:

Never heat batteries over an open flame or direct hot air
onto them. A fire or explosion could result.

Portable Transducer Assembly
Assemble the transducer and portable bracket as shown in the follow-

ing illustrations.
Make sure there is one washer on each side of the transducer, inside the

bracket. Slide the other washer over the end of the bolt and screw on the nut.
Screw the suction cup onto the bracket using the supplied screw and

flat washer. Tie the nylon cord through the hole in the top of the

bracket. When using the transducer, tie the other end of the nylon cord

to the boat. This will help prevent losing the transducer if it comes off.