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OPERATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
ELECTRICAL WIRING
Every DC power unit from Eagle Hydraulic is assembled with a solenoid starter assembly that is mounted on the motor.
Independent battery leads must be connected to the terminals of the DC motor and solenoid starter. See the drawing
below:
Connect the positive side of the battery to the positive side of the solenoid starter (B), mounted on the electrical motor.
Then, connect the negative side of the battery to the ground terminal (F) on the motor.
Select the proper cable size to connect the battery to your Eagle Hydraulic power unit from the chart below. Improper
cable sizing may create problems if it is too small for the load of the power unit or if the cables are too long. Selecting the
proper cable size is especially important if the unit is further than 25 feet from the battery. Eagle Hydraulic recommends
that the ground cable size be equivalent or larger than the battery "hotside" cable.
60-70 ft
#1
#00
50-60 ft
#2
#0
#0
40-50 ft
#2
#1
#0
#00
30-40 ft
#4
#1
#0
#00
#00
20-30 ft
#4
#2
#1
#0
#00
10-20 ft
#4
#2
#1
#0
#00
0-10 ft
#4
#2
#1
#0
#00
0-100 amp
100-150 amp
150-200 amp
200-250 amp
250-300 amp
N.B. If in doubt, always consult with a qualified automotive electrician for correct connection of DC electrical devices. Low voltage could cause
damage to the DC motor. DC motors should not be run for extended periods (Consult technical data for duty cycles).
