Eagle Electronics 245DS User Manual

at speeds faster than 35 mph. Typically, a good transom location on

aluminum boats is between the ribs closest to the engine.

3. The transducer should be installed with its face pointing straight
down, if possible. For shoot-thru applications: Many popular fishing boat

hulls have a flat keel pad that offers a good mounting surface. On vee
hulls, try to place the transducer where the deadrise is 10

° or less.

Vee pad hull (left); Vee hull (right). A pod style transducer is shown

here, but the principle is the same for Skimmers inside a hull.

4. If the transducer is mounted on the transom, make sure it doesn't

interfere with the trailer or hauling of the boat. Also, don't mount it

closer than approximately one foot from the engine's lower unit. This

will prevent cavitation (bubble) interference with propeller operation.
5. If possible, route the transducer cable away from other wiring on the

boat. Electrical noise from engine wiring, bilge pumps and aerators can

be displayed on the sonar's screen. Use caution when routing the trans-

ducer cable around these wires.

Deadrise less than 10

Pad

Strakes