Getting Started
Important Safety Information
Failure to follow these warnings, cautions, and notices could result in personal injury, damage to the vessel or device, or poor product performance.
Failure to install this device according to these instructions could result in personal injury, damage to the vessel or device, or poor product performance.
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.
For the best possible performance and to avoid potential injury, damage to the device, or damage to your vessel, installation by a qualified marine installer is recommended.
To avoid possible personal injury, always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the device and vessel, disconnect the vessel's power supply before beginning to install the device.
To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the device or vessel, before applying power to the device, make sure that it has been properly grounded, following the instructions in this guide.
To avoid possible personal injury or damage to this device and vessel, only install this device when the vessel is on land, or when properly secured and docked in calm water conditions.
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the surface to avoid damaging the vessel.
Read all installation instructions before proceeding with the installation. If you experience difficulty during the installation, contact Garmin® Product Support.
Software Update
Failure to regularly update the software on your chartplotter and connected devices may result in poor product performance.
Garmin releases software updates for chartplotters and other marine devices on a regular basis. These software updates provide support for new products, software improvements, or product performance enhancements. You should update the software after installation is complete and regularly life of the product for the best performance. For information on the latest available software, go to garmin.com/support/software/marine. For the instructions on how to update the software, see the chartplotter owner's manual at garmin.com/manuals/GPSMAP9000.
Tools Needed
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Drill and drill bits
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3.2 mm (1/8 in.) drill bit, if using wood screws
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3.6 mm (9/64 in.) drill bit, if using the nut plate
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6 mm (1/4 in.) drill bit, if using the nut plate
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#2 Phillips screwdriver
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Jigsaw or rotary tool
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File and sandpaper
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Marine sealant (recommended)