The correct installation is key to the proper funtioning of the Fish Finding unit installed in your craft. Without the proper installation, even the most expensive fish finder will be ineffective.       Read the following instructions and follow them to the best of your ability and you will have a functional fish finding set-up that is second to none, as if a professional did it for you, only without the high cost.

     The first step, and most important step in the entire installation is the installation of the transducer. There are many kinds of transducers and all the manufacturers have simple instructions with them on how to install them in the different configurations. The thing that they dont really cover very well is the location of the transducer for the transom mount.

     When you are looking ffor the best location to install the transom mount transducer, you must take into consideration the following things; The flow of the water when the boat is moving through the water. How does the water move by the ribs of the bottom of the boat?? Is there any imperfections in the hull or cracks or rivets that make turbulance or bubbles?? You want to choose a spot on your transom that is flat, free of bumps and ribs and at least 15 inches away from the propeller or prop.

     Keep in mind that the transducer must stay in contact with the water at all times, even when the boat is moving. This is critical because the transducer only works when submerged or contacted with the water. Keep in mind that when you load and unload the boat from the trailer, that the transducer isn't in the way or it can become damaged if rough handled.

     Most fish finders come with a mounting template. When you picked the perfect location, mark it on the hull with a pencil using the template as a guide. When you drill the holes, make sure you use a pilot hole on fiberglass to avoid cracking the finish.

     Apply the mounting hardware to the hull and dry fit it to make sure it is a perfect fit. When you are satisfied with the placement of the transducer, then apply a small amount of silicone sealer to each hole, this will keep the hull from leaking through the drilled holes. When screwing the screws into the hull after the silicon is applied, make sure that you have the transducer in the proper position and height before you tighten the screws all the way. Once you tighten the screws you are finished with the most important part of the installation, the transducer install. You are now finished with step #1. You can now move on to step #2.