Overview

The Garmin 010-12799-02 is a plastic protective cover sized for 16-inch Garmin GPSMAP chartplotters, including GPSMAP 8416, 8416xsv, 8616, and 8616xsv. It slips over the front of the display when the unit is not in use, helping keep the screen and controls cleaner between runs.

On a boat, this is the kind of cover you put on when you leave the helm for the day, run through rough weather with spray, or trailer the boat and want a simple barrier against grime and bumps around the dash.

Key features

• Fits Garmin GPSMAP 8416, 8416xsv, 8616, and 8616xsv 16-inch chartplotters
• One-piece plastic cover that installs over the face of the unit when not in use
• Helps reduce salt film, dust, and dockside scuffs on the display and keypad area during storage
• Useful for boats that live uncovered at the dock, are trailered regularly, or see frequent washdowns

Compatibility and fit

This cover is model-specific. Match your chartplotter to the compatible GPSMAP models listed above before ordering, since other Garmin display sizes and series use different covers.

Installation and day-to-day use

With the chartplotter powered off, place the cover over the front of the unit so it sits evenly around the bezel. Before getting underway, remove the cover and stow it somewhere flat so it does not get stepped on or warped in a locker.

If grit or dried salt is on the screen, wipe the face of the unit first so the cover does not trap abrasive particles against the display.

Maintenance and care

Rinse the cover with fresh water when it gets salt spray on it, then wipe it dry. Avoid harsh solvents and abrasive pads that can haze plastic over time.