Furuno FELCOM 250 Manuel D’Utilisation

1.  HOW TO INSTALL THE UNIT

Select a location for the communication unit (CU) by following the information shown below.

•  The unit is not waterproof. Keep the unit away from water splash.
•  Keep the unit away from direct sunlight.
•  The temperature and humidity must meet the requirements shown in the equipment specifica-

tions.

•  Set the unit away from the exhaust pipes and vents.
•  The installation location must have enough cool air.
•  Install the unit where shock and vibration meet the requirements shown in the equipment spec-

ifications.

•  Keep the unit away from the equipment that creates an electromagnetic field, for example,  mo-

tor and generator.

•  For maintenance and checking, leave enough space at the sides and rear of the unit. Refer to 

the outline drawing and provide some additional length in cables.

•  Follow the recommended compass safe distances shown on page i to prevent the interference 

to a magnetic compass.

Follow the procedure shown below to install the CU on a desktop. See the outline drawing on page 
D-3 for details.

1. Place the template (supplied) of the CU on the installation site. 
2. Mark the points for four pilot holes and makes the pilot holes for 5x50 self-tapping screws.
3. Put the unit on the installation site and fix it with four 5x50 self-tapping screws (supplied).

Note:  It is necessary to install the Communication Unit on a desktop to comply with IPX2 (drip-
ping) standard. Refer to section 2.5 for directions to how to install on a desktop.  

350±0.5 mm (13.78

"

)

52.5 mm

(2.07

")

160±0.5 mm (6.30

")

375 mm (14.76

"

)

SIM CARD INSIDE

POWER OFF BEFORE INSERTING

OR REMOVING SIM 

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STATUS

Inmarsat FleetBroadband

READY

4-

φ

6 mm (0.24

"

)

Fixing holes