Pontoon Transducer
After pulling the pontoon out of the water for the off-season don’t forget to scrub the face of your sonar’s transducer before any scum has a chance to dry on the down-facing surface of the sending unit. A quick wipe with a rag will do it if you tackle the task while the transducer’s still wet.
A build-up of scum and algae won’t hurt the plastic face of the sending unit but can affect the sensor’s performance next season. To remove dried-on crud, mild soap and water and a natural bristle brush will do the trick, and although it may take a few minutes more, using the soft touch cleaning approach will eliminate the risk of scoring the surface with harsh chemicals or wire bristles – which can affect your all-important eye into the waters below next season.
