Installation manual
Wheelhouse units
47
851--164300 / C
6.2 Location
Introduction
On board routines should be thoroughly discussed with the captain
when selecting the locations for the Operating Panel and display.
Distances
Observe the maximum distances between the wheelhouse units.
4.5 m
4.5 m
115/230 Vac
115/230 Vac
To So nar Ro om
2.5 m
2.5 m
100 m
1.2 m
3 m
Figure 14
Maximum cable
distances between
the wheelhouse
units.
Installation requirements
Installation of the wheelhouse units must be performed by
qualified and trained personnel with regard to:
• The safe navigation of the vessel.
• The “Compass safe distance” for each individual unit.
• Ergonomically correct operating and viewing heights.
• Maximum allowable cable distances between the various units.
• The installation areas are dry, well ventilated and free of
excessive dust and vibration.
• Easy access to the cable connections on the back of the
equipment is provided.
• Enough extra cable is allowed to facilitate maintenance and
service by not having to disconnect the cables.