{"product_id":"garmin-gmr-fantom-254256-pedestal-radar","title":"Garmin GMR Fantom 254\/256 Pedestal Radar","description":"\u003cp\u003eUse this Garmin radar top assembly as a replacement upper radar component for the compatible Garmin open-array or Fantom radar system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pedestal (250 WATTS)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for the matching Garmin radar family referenced in the title.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful as a service replacement when refurbishing or repairing a compatible radar installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c!-- sr-faq v=1 vendor=garmin source_sha256=876eaa430524e24b93af0de2ef46d1d8cf0cae5497034b84d7d74588b61451b1 --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat safety precautions are required during installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnsure the radar is installed as per instructions, mount out of human range, and never look directly at the antenna when transmitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat safety equipment is recommended during installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlways wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat torque should be used for mounting hardware?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eTighten hex nuts to 14.7 N-m (11 lbf-ft.) for the pedestal and 7.9 N-m (6 lbf-ft.) for the antenna bolts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhere should the voltage converter be installed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall the voltage converter as close as possible to the power source for optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the recommended torque to mount the pedestal?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eTighten hex nuts to 14.7 N-m (11 lbf-ft.) to securely fasten the radar to the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat type and size of wire is required for grounding?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a 3.31 mm² (12 AWG) copper wire, not the negative battery terminal, but to the water ground location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the basic networking connection options?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnect to either Garmin BlueNet or Garmin Marine Network using the included cable or an adapter as described.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the mounting 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