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Pathfinder Radar Scanners
Owners Handbook
March 2004
Intended Use
The scanner units detailed in this handbook form part of navigational radar
systems intended for light marine use. These radar systems are only an aid to
navigation.
Safety Notices
This radar equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions contained in this manual. Failure to do so can result in personal injury
and/or navigational inaccuracies. In particular:
1. High Voltage. The scanner unit contains high voltages. Adjustments require
specialized service procedures and tools only available to qualified service
technicians – there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments. The operator
should never remove the scanner unit internal covers or attempt to service the
equipment.
2. Electromagnetic Energy. The radar scanner transmits electromagnetic
energy. It is important that the radar is turned off whenever personnel are
required to come close to the scanner to perform work on the scanner assembly or
associated equipment.
It is recommended that the radar scanner is mounted out of range of personnel
(above head height).
Do not look directly at the antenna at close range as your eyes are the most
sensitive part of the body to electromagnetic energy.
When properly installed and operated, the use of this radar will conform to the
requirements of ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to
Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 Hz to 300 GHz and
NRPB, Board Statement on Restrictions on Human Exposure to Static and Time
Varying Electromagnetic Fields and Radiation, Doc NRPB, No. 5 (1993).
3. Navigation Aid. This radar unit is only an aid to navigation. Its accuracy can
be affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defects,
environmental conditions, and improper handling or use. It is the user’s