™
Afterallpersonalequipmentisinstalled,includingallelec-
tronics (VHF radio, GPS, chart plotter, etc.), the com-
pass must be properly calibrated. DO NOT rely on the
compassreadingsuntilinitialadjustment(compensation)
has been performed. The boat has a factory installed
compass, the manufacturer’s instructions are provided in
the owner’s packet. Most areas have local companies
that specialize in compass adjustment. If unsure of the
propercompensationtechniques,considerhavingthead-
justmentdoneprofessionallytoinsureaccuracyandconfi-
dence in the compass.
NOTICE
You should not rely on these displays as your
primarysourceofnavigation. Rather,youshould
use the chart plotter as a backup to official gov-
ernment charts and traditional methods of navi-
gation.
Anotheroptionalnavigationpackageincludesradaralong
with a GPS/Plotter. The radar detects objects/targets
and displays them for the operator to see. This option
is available on certain Vista™ models only and if so
equipped refer tothemanufacturer’sliteratureincludedin
the owner’s packet for operation instructions.
NOTICE
During use, keep all extraneous metal objects
away from the compass. The close proximity of
metal objects (e.g., beverage cans) can cause
compass deviation.
3.
Depth Sounder
A depth sounder may be included with the navigation
package option on certain Vista™ models. Please con-
sult the manufacturer’s literature included in the owner’s
packet for operation and care of this particular depth
sounder.
Q. Instrument Maintenance
Electrical protection for instruments and ignition circuitry
is provided by a circuit breaker on the ignition panel. Pe-
riodically,spraytheignitionswitcheswithacontactclean-
er. The ignition switches and all instruments, controls,
etc. should be protected from the weather when not in
use. Four Winns offers appropriate weather covers for
each model. Excessive exposure can lead to gauge and
ignition switch difficulties.
4.
Compass
A compass is available on many Four Winns® models.
See Figure E13. The compass can provide directional
information when operatingoffshore,inunfamiliarwaters,
or in adverse weather conditions.
DO NOT use a product such as WD-40 as a
contact cleaner. Be sure to read the label be-
fore using any product.
Electronic gauges are affected by static electricity that
builds-upontheglassface. Periodicwashingofthegauge
face with warm water and mild liquid detergent will help
eliminatethestaticelectricityproblemandimprovegauge
accuracy.
Figure E13:
Compass
Vista™ Owner’s Manual
Section E
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