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Features

This product features the following:
•  Voltage meter with 3-digit blue LED display
•  Voltage measurement accurate to +/- 0.1VDC
•  Blue illuminated window with light following playing music
•  Automatic sleep status when volume is low or there is no voltage variation present
•  Audible warning tones for the followings: 1) reverse polarity connection, 2) low battery voltage, 

and 3) voltage overload.

Important

Read and understand all instructions before you use your product. If you do not follow the instructions 

in this manual, we are not responsible for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. This 

will also void the warranty.

Important Safety Precautions

•  Do not open or attempt to repair this product yourself. Dangerous high voltages are present which may 

result in electric shock.

•  To avoid risk of electronic shock or damage to the product, do not permit the product to become damp or 

wet from water or other liquids. If this does occur, immediately unplug the power wires and send the product 

to your local dealer or service center as soon as possible.

•  In the event of smoke, strange noise or odor emitted from the product or any other abnormal operational 

signs appearing on the product, disconnect the product from the power supply. Discontinue use and contact 

your dealer or our technical support. Using the product in this condition may result in permanent damage 

to the system.

•  Servicing must only be carried out by a technician. Contact our technical support for any service question.

Installation Precautions

•  WARNING: Always consult a professional installer.

•  Installation must be performed by a professional. Contact our technical support for any installation question.
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Always wire the product to the power source (battery) through a fuse to prevent a short circuit and fire.

•  Before installation, disconnect the negative terminal of the vehicle battery to prevent damage to the product, 

fire, and/or possible injury.

•  Never operate the product when it is not mounted. Make sure the product is securely mounted and all the 

cables are securely connected to prevent  damage, especially in an accident.

•  Observe the safety and operating instructions of the devices which are connected to the product. 

•  Do not 

use any aggressive cleaning agents. Clean the product with a dry, fiber-free cloth.

Environmental Care

Do not throw away the product with normal household waste at the end of its life. Follow your local laws when  

disposing of electronic products. By doing this, you help preserve the environment.

Summary of Contents for CAP18

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL CAP18 18 FARAD SUPER HYBRID POWER CAPACITOR CAP8 8 FARAD SUPER HYBRID POWER CAPACITOR ...

Page 2: ...duct properly If there are any technical questions please contact Customer care 805 751 4853 Live chat Online support www bossaudio com support IMPORTANT Please enter below the Serial No which is located on the exterior of the product Retain this information for future reference Model No Serial No Date of Purchase ...

Page 3: ...eep bass signal This product can discharge extremely rapidly on demand e g from your amplifier s short bursts to deliver the current your car battery cannot produce Thus this enhances overall bass response of your car audio system In addition this product can filter out audio noise caused by the AC voltage which is induced in the amplifier s power supply A 1 Farad 1F capacitor works up to about 50...

Page 4: ...normal operational signs appearing on the product disconnect the product from the power supply Discontinue use and contact your dealer or our technical support Using the product in this condition may result in permanent damage to the system Servicing must only be carried out by a technician Contact our technical support for any service question Installation Precautions WARNING Always consult a pro...

Page 5: ...ut Terminal Connect to the positive power wire of your car battery 7 Positive Output Terminal Connect to the positive power wire of your amplifier 8 Screw mounting hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Product overview for CAP8 1 3 digit voltage display 2 Voltage Adjust for only manufacture use in voltage calibration 3 Positive Terminal Connect to the positive power wire of your car battery and amplifier 4 Remote ...

Page 6: ...capacitor with four supplied screws as follows a Use the four screw holes on the capacitor to mark the mounting holes on the mounting surface b Drill the mounting holes on the mounting surface c Place the capacitor in position and attach the capacitor to the mounting surface using four screws Important note about charging the capacitor This capacitor must be charged before connecting the power cab...

Page 7: ...ely connect all the cables and properly insulate bare wires Reconnect the negative terminal of the vehicle battery only when all wire connections are correctly and securely made Make all wiring connections as shown in the illustration below but do not connect the power cable from the positive battery terminal to the capacitor positive terminal Make the positive terminal connection only after charg...

Page 8: ...or damaged by sharp edges Securely connect all the cables and properly insulate bare wires Reconnect the negative terminal of the vehicle battery only when all wire connections are correctly and securely made Make all wiring connections as shown in the illustration below but do not connect the power cable from the positive battery terminal to the positive capacitor terminal Make the positive termi...

Page 9: ...r The capacitor will start charging automatically Charging generally takes 5 60 seconds During charging the voltage shown in the 3 digit display will rise rapidly then slowly as it approaches the voltage of your car battery When fully charged the displayed voltage will stop rising to show the voltage of your car battery To check with accuracy whether the capacitor is fully charged measure the volt...

Page 10: ...sound from a buzzer can be heard Caution During discharging the resistor will become hot This is normal Exercise caution for the hot resistor CAP8 example only Supplied resistor 1 watt 51 Ω Troubleshooting If you have problems using this product check the following points before you request service If you still have a problem contact our technical support Problem Solution Voltage display not turne...

Page 11: ...4 Ω Capacitance tolerance 10 Capacitance Microfarads CAP18 18 000 000 µF 18 Farad CAP8 8 000 000 µF 8 Farad Weight CAP8 4 6 lbs 2 1 kg CAP18 7 1 lbs 3 2 kg Dimensions W x D x H CAP18 10 9 x 7 8 x 3 3 27 5 x 19 7 x 8 mm CAP18 9 7 x 6 4 x 2 4 24 5 x 16 2 x 6 2 mm Specifications are subject to change without notice 0622 ...

Page 12: ...0522 BOSS Audio Systems 3451 Lunar Court Oxnard CA 93030 www bossaudio com 805 751 4853 Customer Service Tech Support www bossaudio com support 0622 ...

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