EM-Log Sensor NF, Type 2829 and Preamplifier E, Type 2863 For Electromagnetic Speed Log Systems Naviknot 350 E / 350 Ee

EM-Log Sensor NF, Type 2829
and
Preamplifier E, Type 2863
for
Electromagnetic Speed Log Systems
NAVIKNOT 350 E / 350 EE
Original Documentation / Keep for Future Reference
Installation, Maintenance and Service Instructions

002829-0125-001/C
10 Jul 2017
Northrop Grumman Sperry Marine B.V. (Representative Office)
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002829-0125-001/C EM-Log Sensor NF
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Revision Record
Rev. Date of Issue Remarks

C 10 Jul 2017 Updated version; spare parts list added, minor amendments
B 12 Aug 2015 Updated version.
A 25 Jun 2007 Initial version. This document supersedes manual 056271 for
the EM-sensor NF, type 2829.
EM-Log Sensor NF 002829-0125-001/C
Contents
Safety Instructions
Safety Notice Conventions ......................................................................... 5
General Safety Information ........................................................................ 6
Safety Instructions for the Operator ......................................................... 7
Safety Instructions for Service Personnel ................................................. 8
Chapter 1: Introduction
Description ..................................................................................................11
Technical Data ............................................................................................ 12
Chapter 2: Sensor Location

Determining the Sensor Location ............................................................ 15
General Transducer Location Guidelines ................................................ 16
Chapter 3: Installation of the Sensor

Shipyard-supplied Parts and Welding ..................................................... 19
Parts Reference .......................................................................................... 20
Assembly and Installation of the Hull Fittings ....................................... 21
Installing the Sensor ................................................................................. 23
Chapter 4: Installation of the Preamplifier

Mechanical Installation ............................................................................ 27
Electrical Installation ................................................................................ 27
Chapter 5: Regular Maintenance

Cleaning the Sensor ................................................................................. 29
Lubricating the Sea Valve ......................................................................... 31
Sensor and Sea Valve Drydock Maintenance ......................................... 32
Chapter 6: Corrective Maintenance

Sensor Replacement ................................................................................. 33
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting
Electrical Check of the Preamplifier and Sensor .................................... 35
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Appendix
A Documents
B Drawings
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EM-Log Sensor NF 002829-0125-001 Rev. C
Safety Instructions
Safety Notice Conventions

Additional safety notes are presented within the individual sections of
this document. The following safety conventions are followed:
DANGER A Danger notice contains an operating or main-

tenance procedure, practice, condition, state-
ment, etc., which, if not strictly observed, will
result in injury or death of personnel.
WARNING A Warning notice contains an operating or

maintenance procedure, practice, condition,
statement, etc., which, if not strictly observed,
could result in injury or death of person-
nel.
CAUTION A Caution notice contains an operating or

maintenance procedure, practice, condition,
statement, etc., which, if not strictly observed,
could result in damage to, or destruction
of equipment.
Note A Note contains an essential operating or main-

tenance procedure, a condition or a statement,
which is considered important enough to be
highlighted.
Special safety symbols may be used in this doc-

ument to indicate:
Risk of electrical shock.

Used in conjunction with a Danger or Warning
notice.
Electrical components are sensitive to electro-

static discharge.
Used in conjunction with a Caution notice.
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General Safety Information
WARNING FOR ALL SENSOR INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE AND

SERVICE PROCEDURES:
Do not enter any confined space on a ship without being trained on

safety procedures and work practices relating to confined spaces.
As a minimum, ensure that the atmosphere in the confined space is safe
and breathable. Sperry Marine recommends that a competent person
test the atmosphere for oxygen deficiency, combustible gases, hydro-
gen sulphide, and other hazardous gases that are reasonable to expect
in that area. Vent the area, as necessary, to provide a safe, breathable
atmosphere.
Do not enter a confined space unaccompanied and without a third per-
son's constant supervision from a safe distance or from the entrance to
the confined space. Ensure that both persons carry working flashlights
with fresh batteries.
WARNING FOR INSTALLATION/REMOVAL OF THE SENSOR:
Two persons are required for the installation or removal of the sensor.
One person should handle the sensor and instruct the second person,
whose task is to operate the sea valve.
The second person must stand by the sea valve and be able to quickly
close the valve at any time, to prevent flooding of the sensor compart-
ment in case of trouble.
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Safety Instructions for the Operator
CAUTION Risk of damage by unprofessional welding

Unprofessional welding bears high risks and can lead to extensive dam-
age of the vessel‘s equipment.
Always maintain, that all welding work must be carried out by a qualified
welder, examined according to the rules of the relevant classification
society.
Note Warranty Note

Proper speed log performance can be expected only if the sensor is
located per Sperry Marine’s recommendations and installed according to
the instructions given in the dimension/installation drawing.
Sperry Marine will not accept responsibility for unsatisfactory speed log
performance, for ship modifications required to improve speed log per-
formance or for the removal of the system if it fails to perform satisfacto-
rily as a result of improper sensor location or equipment installation.
Note The design and implementation of modifications to the hull which might
be required to achieve satisfactory performance of the speed log are
beyond the scope of Sperry Marine's expertise or responsibility and are,
therefore, the responsibility of the shipyard or shipowner.
Note It is the responsibility of the shipyard or ship owner to contact the rele-
vant classification society to determine the requirements for approval
and to arrange field supervision and inspection of the installation.
Note The information and menu descriptions in this Installation, Maintenance

and Service Instructions are applicable to the NAVIKNOT manuals:
NAVIKNOT 350 E, 056345
NAVIKNOT 350 EE, 056366
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Safety Instructions for Service Personnel
DANGER Life danger through electrical shock

When the AC supply power is switched on, live voltages are present at
certain terminals and tracks on the preamplifier PCB.
Always make sure the AC power supply is switched off and safeguarded
against accidental switching-on, when installing the preamplifier,

Live voltages are present at certain terminals and tracks on the pream-
plifier PCB, when the AC supply power is switched on.
against accidental switching-on, when carrying out a troubleshooting
procedure which does not require the preamplifier to be powered on.
Be extremely careful to never touch the PCB or the connecting wires,
when troubleshooting the preamplifier under power.
WARNING Risk of flooding

If the sensor could not be inserted deep enough into the hull fittings, the
sea valve will have to be opened without the securing cord in place.
In this case, hold down the sensor at all times until its attachment flange
is fixed to the studs with nuts and washers.
When the sensor is not held down, water pressure may force it out of the
hull fittings, leading to flooding of the sensor compartment.
WARNING Risk of flooding through inaccurate sensor adjustment

Do not remove the upper nuts from the studs and do not remove the
securing cord to adjust the sensor.
When the sensor attachment flange is not secured to the studs, water
pressure may force the sensor out of the hull fittings, leading to flooding
of the sensor compartment.

When the sea valve is opened without the securing cord in place, water
Never remove the securing cord attached to the flanges at the sensor
and sea valve while the valve is open, when removing the sensor.

The sensor compartment will be flooded if the sensor is removed while
the valve is not fully closed.
Always make sure that the sea valve’s handwheel is in the fully closed
position before removing the securing cord.
CAUTION Risk of damage to the sensor head

Any damage to the sensor head will lead to water ingress and severely
harm the function and degrade the system accuracy.
To prevent the sensor head from touching the sea valve, do not skew the
sensor while removing it from the hull fittings.
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CAUTION Risk of damage

Contamination of or damage to the surface finish of the sensor head will
Avoid touching the sensor head with the hands.
Do not let it come into contact with grease.

society.

Be extremely careful when installing the sensor to not damage the sen-
sor head. Make sure that the screws for attaching the securing cord are
positioned vertically above each other.
sensor and do not insert it further into the fittings than approx. 60 mm.
Always check the sensor head for damage before installing
CAUTION Risk of grounding problems

Do NOT connect the sensor cable screen to the earth connection (ship’s
ground). Do NOT let the sensor cable screen make contact with ship’s
ground through the cable gland.
Connect the sensor cable screen to terminal 21 (shielding) only.

Components on the preamplifier PCB are sensitive to static discharge.
Take the necessary precautions to prevent electrostatic discharges.
Avoid touching any of the electronic circuitry.
Note Warranty Note

Proper speed log performance can be expected only if the transducer is
rily as a result of improper transducer location or equipment installation.
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Note A tag indicating the sensor-specific “sensitivity” value will be found

attached to the sensor.
Remove the tag from the sensor and store it safely for future reference.
The sensitivity value is required for the proper configuration of the
NAVIKNOT system via the service setup menu.
Note The information and menu descriptions in this Installation, Maintenance

and Service Instructions are applicable to the NAVIKNOT manuals:
NAVIKNOT 350 E, 056345
NAVIKNOT 350 EE, 056366
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1 Introduction
1.1 Description
The EM-Log Sensor NF, Type 2829, is an electromagnetic flow sensor
used to determine a vessel’s longitudinal speed through the water in the
Sperry Marine electromagnetic speed log systems NAVIKNOT. The sen-
sor is suited for installation in steel or aluminium vessels with single or
double bottom.
The sensor is connected to the preamplifier E, type 2863.

The preamplifier provides an AC excitation current which, applied to the
sensor coil, generates a magnetic field around the sensor.
The ship’s motion through the water gives rise to an electrical field per-
pendicular to the magnetic field and the ship’s motion.
The resulting signal is picked up by the sensor electrodes, passed on to
the preamplifier and converted to a digital format (NAVIKNOT protocol).
The sensor NF is flush-fitted, i.e. the sensor head with the electrodes
projects only little from the vessel’s bottom.
The sensor may be raised or lowered within the hull fittings to let its
head project between approx. 10 and 70 mm out from the outer skin of
the hull. With a suitable location for installation, 10 mm projection will
usually suffice.
The sensor head is sealed in plastic and is watertight up to a pressure of
at least 4 bar (4000 hectopascal).
The hardware as delivered by Sperry Marine comprises the rod-shaped

sensor unit and the hull fittings with sea valve for installation in steel
hulls. Hull fittings and sea valve are to be assembled by the shipyard
and are to be bolted to an attachment support (shipyard supply) which
is welded to the vessel’s bottom.
The sensor is installed from inside the vessel, through the sea valve.
This permits to install and remove the sensor when the vessel is afloat,
stationary or in motion. The compartment in which the sensor is
installed is protected against flooding by a tube and cable glands.
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1.2 Technical Data
EM-Log Sensor NF, Type 2829
sensor for steel or aluminium ves-

sels, single or double bottom
speed range -30 to +30 kn

installation method from inside vessel, through hull
fittings
pressure resistance > 4 bar (4000 hectopascal)
excitation voltage 24 VAC
excitation current 1A
nominal output voltage 180 V/kn
cable length 30 m
dimensions see drawing 2829-0112-01
weight sensor approx. 20 kg
hull fittings approx. 50 kg
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Preamplifier E, Type 2863
Environmental Requirements
ambient temperature, operation –15 to +55 °C
ambient temperature, storage –25 to +70 °C
protection grade IP 65 to DIN EN 60529
environmental conditions / EMC in accordance with IEC 60945
Power Supply
supply voltage 230 VAC or 115 VAC, 50-60 Hz
power consumption 24 W
Magnetic Clearance
to standard magnetic compass 0.3 m
to steering magnetic compass 0.3 m
Dimensions and Weight

width 239 mm
height 285 mm
depth 83 mm
weight 3.0 kg
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2 Sensor Location
2.1 Determining the Sensor Location

For determining a suitable transducer location please refer to the “Gen-
eral Transducer Location Guidelines” on page 16. Refer also to the
respective NAVIKNOT operation, installation and service manual.
If in doubt, as early as possible, contact Sperry Marine applications (via

apps.de@sperry.ngc.com) to receive specific recommendations for the
location of the transducer.
Include drawings of the vessel that show the shape of the bow and have
legible frame numbers and frame spacing.Typical drawings to provide
include general arrangement drawings, lines drawings, cross sectional
drawings and plan view drawings. If available, information showing the
flow lines of the water past the hull, including pictures of the basin
model, should also be provided.
Recommendations by Sperry Marine will be based upon the principal

requirements and general guidelines given below and upon the particu-
lar properties of the vessel.
Note Warranty Note

Proper speed log performance can be expected only if the sensor is
rily as a result of improper sensor location or equipment installation.
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2.2 General Transducer Location Guidelines

The sensor measures the speed of the water flowing past it at a distance
of a few millimetres. It is therefore obvious that the speed at which the
water flows past the point of measurement should not be influenced by
the vessel's hull.
However, below every vessel moving through the water, there is a

wedge-shaped boundary layer, within which the flow speed is lower
than the vessel’s actual speed through the water.
Directly at the hull surface, the flow speed is zero. Away from the hull,
the flow speed increases until it reaches the actual speed at the outer
edge of the boundary layer.
The boundary layer is just a few millimetres thick at the vessel's bow,
increasing to over one metre at the stern. Marine growth on the under-
water hull increases its thickness. In addition, areas of turbulence may
form within the boundary layer under certain conditions (e.g. speed,
draught, depth of water, state of sea) or due to marine growth or the
presence of outboard openings.
As the sensor NF is of the flush fitted type, it is to be installed in the fore-

most area of the vessel to prevent boundary-layer effects from disturb-
ing the speed measurement.
For ships with bulbous bows, the sensor is to be installed between 1.5
and 5 metres from the front of the bow. If the sensor is positioned less
than 1.5 metres from the front of the bow, air bubbles will falsify the
speed readings. If the sensor is positioned more than 5 metres from the
front of the bow, the boundary layer may be too thick1.
Figure 2-1:
Preferred area for
installation of sensor
1.5 m
boundary layer 5m
preferred area for

installation of sensor
• If possible. the sensor is to be installed in a perpendicular position in

the lower section of the bulb on the keel line.
Deviation from the perpendicular relative to a plane through the ves-
sel's Y and Z axes (i.e. tilt towards bow or stern) is not to exceed 5°.
Deviation from the perpendicular relative to a plane through the ves-
sel's fore-and-aft (X) and Z axes (i.e. tilt towards starboard or port)
may be permissible to a maximum of 30°, under particularly favoura-
ble conditions.
1. The above location requirements apply to displacement vessels with conven-

tional hull shapes only.
For unconventionally shaped hulls, e.g. catamarans, or special location
requirements, e.g. in double-ended ferries, contact Sperry Marine for an
assessment of the suitability of the sensor NF in the specific case.
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• The sensor is not to be installed in the keel or bilge block area. Care
is to be taken to ensure that the sensor will not be damaged by the
anchor or the anchor chain.
• The outer hull of the vessel in the vicinity of the sensor must be free
of sudden projections, steps and sharp edges, because transverse
currents and turbulence will falsify readings.
• The sensor must be installed at least 5 m away from water in- and
outlets and must be located forward and well away of bow thruster
tunnels because currents caused by these will falsify readings.
• The sensor must always remain submerged, even with a minimum
of cargo in heavy seas.
• On tankers, the sensor must not be installed within the Ex-area.
Under no circumstances may the sensor come into contact with
explosive cargoes.
• The sensor may be installed in the fore peak or in a double bottom
tank. Occasional flooding will not damage the sensor.
• The compartment in which the sensor is installed may be sealed by a
manhole or hatch. The compartment must be accessible for service.
• Sufficient headroom is necessary for the sensor to be fitted and
removed. Approximately 1100 mm are required, measured from the
ships bottom (refer to drawing 2829-0112-01).
• The sensor must be installed at least 0.5 m away from echosounders
and similar equipment.
• The sensor must be installed at least 10 m away from corrosion pro-
tection electrodes. The maximum AC voltage component of the sup-
ply voltage of active corrosion protection electrodes may not exceed
20 mV eff.
• In case excessive marine growth might occur in the vicinity of the
sensor, the sensor head and the outer area of the sensor tube may
be treated with an antifouling agent, e.g. Hempel Prop-AF 768 DE
spray or Hempel Mille Star 7120 D. The electrodes must be kept
absolutely free from coating.
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3 Installation of the Sensor
In most cases, field service will attend a vessel to install the sensor only
after the hull fittings have been installed by the shipyard. The vessel is
likely to be afloat then.
The manufacture of yard-supplied parts, welding work and the assembly

and installation of the hull fittings as described below, are to be carried
out by the shipyard according to dimension/installation drawing
2829-0112-01 and other relevant documents provided by Sperry Marine.
Before installing the sensor, field service should verify that all parts sup-
plied by the yard have been manufactured, welding has been carried out
and the hull fittings have been installed correctly, according to dimen-
sion/installation drawing 2829-0112-01.
3.1 Shipyard-supplied Parts and Welding

society.
Attachment Support
An attachment support as shown in dimension/installation drawing

2829-0112-01 is to be manufactured from the same material as the ves-
sel's hull and welded to the vessel's bottom at the sensor location.
Verify that all dimensions of the support and its alignment to the vessel’s
fore-and-aft axis are within the tolerances specified in the installation/
dimension drawing.
The support must be welded to the vessel’s bottom flush with the outer
skin of the hull. The weld seam must be ground flush with the hull.
Cable Conduit (Steel Pipe)
A steel pipe with watertight cable gland and attachment flange is to be

manufactured and welded to the vessel structure, as shown in dimen-
sion/installation drawing 2829-0112-01.
Verify that the pipe’s dimensions are within the tolerances specified in
the installation/dimension drawing.
The attachment flange on the pipe must correctly mate with its counter-
part on the sensor cable and it must be made sure that, once the sensor
cable is installed, the steel pipe arrangement will seal off the sensor
compartment watertight.
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3.2 Parts Reference

Figure 3-1 below shows reference numbers for the individual parts of
the hull fittings, sea valve and sensor, as used to identify these parts in
the following sections of the present document.
Figure 3-1:
Parts reference for hull
fittings, sea valve and
sensor NF
Note See dimension/installation drawing 2829-0112-01 for a complete parts list

of the hull fittings, sea valve and sensor, including reference to Sperry
Marine stock numbers.
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3.3 Assembly and Installation of the Hull Fittings

The assembly and installation of the hull fittings will normally be carried
out by qualified shipyard personnel.
The installation of the hull fittings must be carried out correctly and
completely before the launching of the vessel.
Materials and Tools Required
• The set of hull fittings, stock no. 73263, and the sea valve, stock
no. 60848, as supplied by Sperry Marine.
• 24 mm and 17 mm open-ended spanners
Assembling the Hull Fittings
1. Apply sealing compound to both sides of a seal (13) and fit the seal
to the lower flange of the valve (20).
2. Attach the spacer (1) to the valve (20) with screws (22), washers (26)
and nuts (29), but do not tighten the nuts. A washer is to be placed
under every screw head and nut.
3. Apply sealing compound to both sides of a seal (13) and fit the seal
to the upper flange of the valve (20).
4. Apply silicone grease to an O-ring (10) and fit the O-ring into the
flange (2). Position the flange on the seal (13) on the valve (20).
5. Screw the nuts (29) along the studs to a distance of 60 mm and place
a washer (26) on each nut.
6. Insert the shorter end of the studs (5) through the flange (2), the seal
(13) and the flange of the valve (20).
7. Fit the washers (26) to the lower ends of the studs (5) and screw on
the nuts (29) but do not tighten them.
8. Insert the assembly aid (7) through the flange (2) and valve (20) into
the spacer (1) to bring these components into alignment.
9. Tighten the nuts (29) securing the spacer (1) to the valve (20).
10. In a series of diagonal opposites, fasten the nuts (29) securing the
attachment flange (2) to the upper flange of the valve (20), making
sure that the studs (5) remain parallel.
11. Remove the assembly aid (7) from the hulI fittings.
Note Make sure that the hull fittings are properly aligned. If it is difficult to
remove the assembly aid, the hull fittings are not in alignment. In this
case, loosen the retaining nuts and re-align the hull fittings. When the
hull fittings are correctly aligned, the assembly aid can be removed with-
out difficulty.
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Installing the Pre-assembled Hull Fittings
1. Screw the studs (23) with the shorter threaded end into the attach-
ment support manufactured by the yard.
2. Apply sealing compound to both sides of the seal (13) and position
the seal centrally on the support.
3. Position the pre-assembled hulI fittings on the support, so that the
projecting part of the spacer (1) fits correctly into the support.
Make sure that the flange rests evenly on the support.
Note The orientation of the handwheel may be chosen as required to suit local
conditions.
4. Fit the washers (26) to the studs (23) and screw on the nuts (29).
Tighten the nuts in a series of diagonal opposites, making sure that
the mating surfaces remain parallel.
5. Close the sea valve by turning the handwheel to its limit.
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3.4 Installing the Sensor
Note A tag indicating the sensor-specific “sensitivity” value will be found

attached to the sensor.
Remove the tag from the sensor and store it safely for future reference.
The sensitivity value is required for the proper configuration of the
NAVIKNOT system via the service setup menu.
• The sensor NF complete with mounting hardware, stock no. 73266.

• The sixteen M 16 hex nuts with washers to secure the sensor’s
attachment flange to the hull fittings and the securing cord with two
M 10 screws, supplied with the set of hull fittings, stock no. 73263.
• 24 mm, 17 mm and 13 mm open-ended spanners
Installing the Sensor in the Hull Fittings
1. Screw a nut (29) onto each stud bolt (5) so that the distance between
the flange (2) on the sea valve and the top surface of each nut (29) is
approx. 85 mm. Place a washer (26) onto each nut (29).
2. PulI the cable and plastic tubing through the sensor attachment
flange (4) and fit the flange to the sensor, so that the collar on the
sensor is positioned correctly in the flange’s recess. The screws (21)
for attachment of the securing cord (6) must be positioned opposite
each other.
3. Apply silicone grease to an O-ring (10) and push the ring onto the
sensor, then fit the small flange (3) onto the sensor with the inside
chamfer facing towards the O-ring.

Contamination of or damage to the surface finish of the sensor degrade
the system accuracy.
Avoid touching the sensor head with the hands an do not let it come into
contact with grease.
4. Using screws (24) and washers (27) join the small flange (3) to the
sensor attachment flange (4). Do not yet tighten the screws. It must
still be possible to rotate the sensor in the flanges.
5. Insert the sensor through the flange on the sea valve (2) into the hull
fittings to a depth of approx. 60 mm, if possible.

Be extremely careful when installing the sensor to not damage the sen-
sor head. Make sure that the screws for attaching the securing cord are
positioned vertically above each other.
Always check the sensor head for damage before installing
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6. If the sensor can be inserted deep enough into the fittings to attach
the securing cord (6), attach the cord now to the flanges (2 and 4)
with washers (28) and screws (21).

7. Open the valve and push the sensor down into the hull fittings until
its attachment flange rests on the washers and nuts on the studs.
8. Fit washers (26) and nuts (29) to the studs (5), then screw on and
tighten the nuts. Make sure that the flanges (2 and 4) are parallel to
each other, at a distance of approx. 90 mm between them.
9. Rotate the sensor to align it with the vessel’s fore-and-aft line (to
within ±5°). The marking (3.5 mm dia.) on top of the sensor is to face
towards the bow.
10. Equally tighten the flange retaining screws (24), making sure to
maintain alignment of the sensor.
11. If the securing cord (6) is not yet in place, attach it now to the flanges
(2 and 4) with washers (28) and screws (21).
12. Apply sealing compound to the seal (34) for the attachment flange
(33) at the sensor cable and fit the seal to the flange.
13. Lay the cable in the conduit (steel pipe) installed by the yard and join
the flanges of conduit and cable with screws (17), washers (37) and
nuts (36). Tighten the cable gland at the other end of the conduit.
Note A suitable watertight cable gland at the other end of the conduit must
have been provided by the yard.
The mechanical installation of the sensor is now complete.
Proceed with the connection of the sensor cable to the preamplifier and
wire up the NAVIKNOT system according to the wiring diagram and
other relevant information provided. As soon as possible, carry out a
complete function check to verify the correct operation of the sensor.
Adjusting the Sensor
When installed as described above, the sensor head will protrude

approx. 10 mm beyond the outer skin of the hull. This will normally suf-
fice for satisfactory performance of the sensor, provided that the sensor
is installed at an approved location, free from turbulence, in a vessel
with a conventional hull shape.
However, satisfactory performance can only be verified during sea trials,

after the NAVIKNOT system has been installed completely.
It may be found then, that the sensor does not protrude enough beyond
the hull to keep clear from boundary layer effects or local turbulences. In
this case, the sensor is to be lowered further.
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Note The sensor head is flush with the hull when the distance between the
attachment flanges at the sea valve and sensor is exactly 100 mm.
By reducing the distance between the flanges, the sensor head may be
lowered to protrude by maximal 90 mm from the hull.
To adjust the sensor:
WARNING Risk of flooding through inaccurate sensor adjustment

Do not remove the upper nuts from the studs and do not remove the
securing cord to adjust the sensor.
When the sensor attachment flange is not secured to the studs, water
1. Loosen but NOT REMOVE the upper nuts (29) and washers (26) that
secure the sensor attachment flange to the studs (5) protruding from
the hull fittings.
2. Turn down the lower nuts on the studs by the required amount.
3. Push the sensor’s attachment flange (2) down onto the lower nuts
and washers on the studs.
4. Make sure that the flanges (2 and 4) are parallel to each other at the
exact distance required.
5. Tighten the nuts (29), making sure that the flanges remain parallel.
6. During sea trials, check whether satisfactory performance has been
achieved by the adjustment of the sensor.
Note To verify satisfactory operation of the sensor after an adjustment, disable

the sensor calibration in the NAVIKNOT system.
As the adjustment of the sensor will have altered the flow conditions at
the sensor head, a previously compiled calibration table should be
regarded invalid and a new calibration carried out after the adjustment.
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4 Installation of the Preamplifier
4.1 Mechanical Installation

The preamplifier is to be installed at a dry location in the vicinity of the
sensor. Preferably, it is to be installed above the vessel's water line, to
make sure that in case of the sensor suffering mechanical damage, no
water will be forced through the cable into the preamplifier housing.
The preamplifier is to be attached to a level surface with four M6 screws

(or nuts and bolts). For the dimensions of the housing, refer to drawing
2863-0112-02. The preamplifier may be installed vertically, horizontally
or inclined. Although the preamplifier generates only little heat, the
housing may not be painted or covered in any other way.
4.2 Electrical Installation

When the AC supply power is switched on, live voltages are present at
certain terminals and tracks on the preamplifier PCB.
against accidental switching-on, when installing the preamplifier,

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AC Power Configuration
The preamplifier is delivered prewired for connection to 230VAC.
If the amplifier is required to operate on 115 VAC, the two wire links
across terminals 9 and 12 must be removed and placed across
terminals 7 and 12 and terminals 10 and 13 respectively.
Figure 4-1:
230 VAC
115 VAC
Preamplifier 2863
AC supply power
configuration links
13
12
10
9
FUSE
Wiring Up the Preamplifier
CAUTION Risk of grounding problems

Do NOT connect the sensor cable screen to the earth connection (ship’s
ground). Do NOT let the sensor cable screen make contact with ship’s
ground through the cable gland.
Connect the sensor cable screen to terminal 21 (shielding) only.
The preamplifier housing possesses two cable glands for feeding the
sensor and the data/power cables respectively to the preamplifier PCB.
The cable from the sensor is to be inserted through the larger gland. It is
an integral part of the sensor and may not be lengthened. In case the
sensor cable is too long, it may be shortened to the required length.
The power and data lines are to be inserted through the smaller gland.
In order to ensure proper sealing, these should run within in a common
shielded cable, with a minimum cross section of 1.5 mm2.
The length of cabling between the preamplifier and the NAVIKNOT elec-
tronics unit should not exceed 500 m.
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5 Regular Maintenance
5.1 Cleaning the Sensor

The sensor is to be removed and cleaned at yearly intervals and after a
long period in harbour and journeys to the Tropics.
• Fine-grained emery paper (no coarser than 240 grit)

• A clean piece of cloth, free of grease or oil
• A replacement O-ring (stock no. 41338) as included in the sensor
replacement parts kit, stock no. 73425.
• 24 mm and 17 mm open-ended spanners
Removing the Sensor

1. Power down the NAVIKNOT system.

2. Unscrew and remove the upper nuts and washers that secure the
sensor attachment flange to the studs on the hull fittings.
Note Do not alter the position of the eight nuts and washers on the studs below
the sensor attachment flange. The positioning of these nuts determines
how far the sensor head protrudes from the outer skin of the hull.
3. Pull up the sensor as far as the securing cord will allow.

4. Close the sea valve by turning the handwheel to its limit.

The sensor compartment will be flooded if the sensor is removed while
the valve is not fully closed.
Always make sure that the sea valve’s handwheel is in the fully closed
position before removing the securing cord.
5. Remove the securing cord from the attachment flange on the sensor.
6. Withdraw the sensor completely from the hull fittings.

sensor while removing it from the hull fittings.
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Cleaning the Sensor
1. Clean the sensor head with the emery paper

2. Dry the sensor head with the piece of cloth.

Avoid touching the sensor head with the hands.
Do not let it come into contact with grease.
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Re-installing the Sensor
1. Replace the O-ring in the attachment flange on the sea valve.

2. Apply a light coat of grease to the shaft of the sensor.

alter the effectiveness and degrade the system accuracy.
Do not apply grease to the sensor head.
3. Insert the sensor through the flange on the sea valve into the hull fit-
tings to a depth of approx. 60 mm, if possible.

Make sure that the screws for attaching the securing cord are positioned
vertically above each other.
4. If the sensor can be inserted far enough into the fittings to reattach
the securing cord, attach the cord now to the flanges at the sensor
and sea valve.

5. Open the valve and push the sensor down into the hull fittings until
its attachment flange rests on the nuts and washers on the studs
protruding from the hull fittings.
6. While keeping the sensor pressed down, reinstall the nuts and wash-
ers that secure the attachment flange to the studs.
7. Check the alignment of the sensor.
8. Tighten the nuts in a series of diagonal opposites.
9. If the securing cord is not yet in place, attach the securing cord to the
flanges at the sensor and sea valve.
10. Power up the NAVIKNOT system and carry out a function check.
5.2 Lubricating the Sea Valve

The spindle of the sea valve is to be lubricated at three-monthly inter-
vals using a suitable lubricant as specified in dimension/installation
drawing 2829-0112-01.
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5.3 Sensor and Sea Valve Drydock Maintenance

When the vessel is drydocked, maintenance should be performed to
inspect and clean the sensor and to overhaul the hull fittings.
Sensor Inspection and Cleaning
If the sensor head shows signs of damage, such as from grounding of

the vessel, it must be replaced. Any roughness on the hull area around
the transducer must be made smooth and flush. The sensor is to be
cleaned according to the regular maintenance procedure given above.
Overhaul of Hull Fittings
It is highly recommended to overhaul the hull fittings when the vessel is

drydocked. The hull fittings should be disassembled completely, sea
growth and mineral deposits removed from all parts and the fittings
reassembled with a new set of gaskets. The sea valve should be thor-
oughly cleaned and lubricated to make sure that it moves freely.
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6 Corrective Maintenance
6.1 Sensor Replacement
• The NF complete with mounting hardware, stock no. 73266, to

replace the existing sensor.
• 32 mm, 24 mm, 17 mm and 13 mm open-ended spanners
Replacing the Sensor

1. Power down the NAVIKNOT system.

2. Disconnect and remove the sensor cable from the preamplifier.
3. Loosen the cable gland at the conduit (steel tube) between the loca-
tion of the preamplifier and the sensor compartment.
4. Disassemble the flanges of conduit and cable and draw the cable out
of the conduit.
5. Remove the sensor as described in section 5.1, under “Removing the
Sensor” on page 29.
6. Install the replacement sensor as described in section 3.4, under
“Installing the Sensor in the Hull Fittings” on page 23, starting from
step 2.
7. Lay the sensor cable to the preamplifier and connect it as described
in section 4.2, under “Wiring Up the Preamplifier” on page 28.
8. Power up the NAVIKNOT system, enter the new sensor sensitivity
value in the service setup and carry out a complete function check.
9. A previously compiled calibration table is to be regarded invalid. As
soon as possible, carry out a new sensor calibration.
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7 Troubleshooting

Live voltages are present at certain terminals and tracks on the pream-
plifier PCB, when the AC supply power is switched on.
against accidental switching-on, when carrying out a troubleshooting
procedure which does not require the preamplifier to be powered on.
Be extremely careful to never touch the PCB or the connecting wires,
when troubleshooting the preamplifier under power.

Malfunction of the sensor, resulting in a “Sensor Failure” alarm being

shown at the NAVIKNOT control and display unit, may be caused by a
mechanical or electrical defect in the sensor or by a defective preampli-
fier. As the preamplifier contains no built-in test circuitry, only a basic
electrical check is possible in the field.
7.1 Electrical Check of the Preamplifier and Sensor

1. Check the power supply to the preamplifier.
2. Check the data cable between the preamplifier and the electronics
unit for breaks and short circuits.
3. Switch off the power to the preamplifier.
Remove the cover from the preamplifier and check the fuse.
If the fuse is blown, replace it and check as follows:
– At the terminal strip in the preamplifier, disconnect the sensor:
terminal 20: black (coil)
terminal 22: grey (coil)
terminal 23: blue (electrode)
terminal 24: red (electrode)
terminal 21: cable screen (shielding)
Switch on the power. If the fuse blows while the sensor is discon-
nected, the preamplifier PCB is defective.
– If the fuse was not blown with the sensor disconnected, switch
off the power and reconnect the sensor. Switch on the power
again. If the fuse now blows, the sensor is defective.
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4. If the fuse was not blown during the check of the preamplifier, check
the sensor for correct resistance values as follows.
Note For the resistance check of the sensor, the vessel must be afloat and not
in a drydock.
– Switch off the power to the preamplifier.

– Using an ohmmeter, check for the following resistance values:
black to grey: approx.12 
black to blue, black to red, black to screen: (open)
blue to red: approx. 150 - 200 k
blue to screen, red to screen: within in the M range.
Deviations from the above values indicate that the sensor is defec-
tive and must be replaced. If the sensor is not defective, the fault will
be in the preamplifier.
Sensor Simulator Circuit
To check the function of the preamplifier without a sensor connected,

service personnel may construct a simulator circuit as shown below.
Figure 7-1: to terminals:

gr
Sensor simulator circuit 22 (coil)
R1 bl
23 (electrode)
R3 r
24 (electrode)
R2 bk
20 (coil)
21 (shielding)
R 1 = 1 kΩ
R 2 = 2 MΩ
R 3 = 47 Ω, 100 W
With this simulator circuit connected instead of an EM sensor, the pre-

amplifier will produce speed data covering a range from around zero
knots (depending on part tolerances) to the theoretical maximum speed.
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Appendix
A Documents
The following documents are appended to this document:
Designation Drawing No.

NAVIKNOT III NF, 350E/EE NF 4718-0126-03
Parts List Replacement Parts Kit
B Drawings
The following drawings are appended to this document:
Designation Drawing No.

Flush-fitted Sensor NF; 2829-0112-01
Dimension/Installation Drawing
NAVIKNOT EM-Log Preamplifier; 2863-0112-02
Dimension Drawing
NAVIKNOT EM-Log Preamplifier; 2863-0115-01
Wiring Diagram
Note All appended drawings are revision-controlled separately at Sperry

Marine. In case of doubt, verify the current revision status of the draw-
ings with Sperry Marine. This document’s revision status does not
change when the revision of an appended drawing changes.
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004718-0126-003/C, 28 Feb 2017; Page 1 of 1
NAVIKNOT III NF
Parts List Replacement Parts Kit
4718-1900-00
073425-0000-000
Note The Parts List of the NAVIKNOT III NF Replacement Parts Kit belongs to
the NAVIKNOT III Operator´s Manual 56317.
Part No. Ref. Description Qty.

025462-0000-000 1 Bag 250 x 350, containing the replacement parts kit 1
(all items below)
4718-0126-03 2 Parts list replacement parts kit (this document) 1
046087-0000-000 3 Seal DIN 86071 93/190 x 2 3
041338-0000-000 4 0-ring 69.2 x 5.7 2
036085-0000-000 5 Safety cord 6 ∅ x 500 1

027626-0000-000 - Bag complete with fuses (comprising items 6 and 7) 1
025377-0000-000 6 Bag 100 x 70 1
045020-0000-000 7 Fuse for preamplifier 1.25 A 250 V M 5 x 20 2
2
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Rev. Date of Issue Remarks

Chapter 2: Sensor Location

Chapter 3: Installation of the Sensor

Chapter 4: Installation of the Preamplifier

Chapter 5: Regular Maintenance

Chapter 6: Corrective Maintenance

Safety Notice Conventions

DANGER A Danger notice contains an operating or main-

WARNING A Warning notice contains an operating or

CAUTION A Caution notice contains an operating or

Note A Note contains an essential operating or main-

Special safety symbols may be used in this doc-

Risk of electrical shock.

Electrical components are sensitive to electro-

General Safety Information

WARNING FOR ALL SENSOR INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE AND

Do not enter any confined space on a ship without being trained on

WARNING FOR INSTALLATION/REMOVAL OF THE SENSOR:

Safety Instructions for the Operator

CAUTION Risk of damage by unprofessional welding

Note Warranty Note

Note The information and menu descriptions in this Installation, Maintenance

Safety Instructions for Service Personnel

DANGER Life danger through electrical shock

DANGER Life danger through electrical shock

WARNING Risk of flooding

WARNING Risk of flooding through inaccurate sensor adjustment

WARNING Risk of flooding

WARNING Risk of flooding

CAUTION Risk of damage to the sensor head

CAUTION Risk of damage

CAUTION Risk of damage by unprofessional welding

CAUTION Risk of damage to the sensor head

CAUTION Risk of grounding problems

CAUTION Risk of damage

Note Warranty Note

Note A tag indicating the sensor-specific “sensitivity” value will be found

Note The information and menu descriptions in this Installation, Maintenance

The sensor is connected to the preamplifier E, type 2863.

The hardware as delivered by Sperry Marine comprises the rod-shaped

1.2 Technical Data

EM-Log Sensor NF, Type 2829

sensor for steel or aluminium ves-

speed range -30 to +30 kn

Preamplifier E, Type 2863

Dimensions and Weight

2.1 Determining the Sensor Location

If in doubt, as early as possible, contact Sperry Marine applications (via

Recommendations by Sperry Marine will be based upon the principal

Note Warranty Note

2.2 General Transducer Location Guidelines