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Eagle Electronics CUDA 350 S/MAP User Manual

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Power and transducer connections for the Cuda 350 sonar

units (direct battery connection shown).

If possible, keep the power cable away from other boat wiring, espe-

cially the engine's wires. This will provide the best isolation from elec-

trical noise. If the cable is not long enough, splice #18 gauge wire onto

it. The power cable has two wires, red and black. Red is the positive

lead, black is negative or ground. Make sure to attach the in-line fuse
holder to the red lead as close to the power source as possible.
For example, if you have to extend the power cable to the battery or

power buss, attach one end of the fuse holder directly to the battery or

power buss. This will protect both the unit and the power cable in the

event of a short. It uses a 3-amp fuse.

WARNING:

This product must be independently fused with the en-
closed 3-amp fuse (or equivalent), even if you connect to
a fused accessory or power buss.
If a malfunction happens inside the unit, extensive dam-

age can occur if the enclosed fuse is not used. As with all

electrical devices, this unit could be damaged to a point

that it is unrepairable and could even cause harm to the

user when not properly fused.

12 volt

battery

Black wire

Red wire with
3 amp fuse

To unit

Optional power off switch
for saltwater installations