Lowrance electronic HDS 10 Manual Do Utilizador

Transducer location and installation is one of the most critical steps in sonar installation.

To function properly the Skimmer transducer must be in the water at all times and in a 

location that has a smooth flow of water when the boat is moving.

Good location

Poor location

Poor location

Good location

 Aluminum boats with strakes or ribs on the hull can create large amounts of 

turbulence at higher speeds. A good transducer location on these types of boats is between the 

ribs closest to the engine. 

If the transducer is not placed in a smooth flow of water, interference caused by bubbles and 

turbulence may show on-screen in the form of random lines or dots. The unit also could lose 

bottom signal when the boat is on plane.

 When mounting the transducer, make sure it does not interfere with the hauling of the 

boat.

Do not mount the transducer 

closer than approximately one 

foot from the engine’s lower 

unit. This will prevent cavitation 

interference from the prop.