User manual LOWRANCE RAM Install Guide

[. . . ] If you have the RV package, your box includes a flexible weighted base mount. (If you have the standard auto version, the weighted mount is an optional purchase. ) It has a moldable base that lets you place the unit on a variety of flat or uneven surfaces, such as a dash or console. These mounts allow you to make non-mar installations without drilling, screws or permanent adhesives. [. . . ] 1 The package includes two double-socket arms. The bases and arms are interchangeable, so use the configuration that best fits your car. Motorcycle mount. Suction mount assembled with short socket arm and quick release plate. Quick release bracket on GPS unit. Suction cup base. Mounting accessories packed with an iWAY 500c GPS receiver. Installing the RAM Suction Mount The suction cup mount is designed to secure the GPS as it or the socket arm rests on another surface. It is not designed to hold the unit suspended by the suction cup alone. The photo below shows how a GPS unit should be supported by the suction mount and another surface, which in this example is a dashboard. Suction cup base Quick release plate, bracket. Socket arm nut Double socket arm iWAY 500C mounted on dash with suction cup mount. 2 The mounting surface should be free of dirt and oil. Remove the socket arm from the base and make sure the base locking lever is in the off position. Use both hands and press down hard on the mounting surface. While maintaining pressure, turn the lock lever to "on" (this will require some force. ) Suction release tab Locking lever in "On" position. Press down hard and turn lock. RAM suction cup base on windshield. Attach the socket arm and quick release plate to the base. Loosen the socket arm nut so you can position the arm and plate to accept the GPS receiver, then tighten the nut to hold the arm steady. Suction mount ready to accept GPS unit. Mount the unit by snapping the quick release bracket onto the plate. It is easiest if you engage the bottom of the plate first. (See following photo. ) After the GPS is attached, slightly loosen the socket arm nut and position the unit for optimum viewing, then tighten it snugly. . . . push unit up and back so it snaps into position. 1. Lift up slightly to raise mounting plate. . . 2. Steps for attaching unit to mount. To dismount the unit, pull the quick release tab toward the front of the unit. To remove the suction base, pull on the suction release tab to break the vacuum seal. Suction release tab Quick release tab Pull release tab to dismount unit. 4 If the suction cup mount has problems staying on, clean the mounting surface and the suction cup with alcohol, then reinstall. Moistening the suction cup may help adhesion in some cases. Storage Issues CAUTION: Do not leave this unit unattended on an automobile dashboard. [. . . ] If you have questions, contact us at the following phone numbers: In the U. S. , call LEI Extras toll-free at 800-324-0045, 8 a. m. In Canada, call toll-free 800-661-3983, 8 a. m. and Canada, you should contact the dealer in the country where you purchased your unit. [. . . ]