Installation
GDL 90 Capstone Upgrade Instructions 560-1057-00 Rev A
2-1
2 I
NSTALLATION
This section describes the installation of the GDL 90 including mounting, wiring, and connections. Refer
to the GDL 90 Installation Manual for limitations and post-installation configuration and checkout
procedures.
2.1 P
RE
-I
NSTALLATION
I
NFORMATION
Always follow acceptable avionics installation practices per FAA Advisory Circulars (AC) 43.13-1B,
43.13-2A, or later FAA approved revisions of these documents.
Follow the installation procedure in this section as it is presented for a successful installation. Read the
entire section before beginning the procedure. Prior to installation, consider the structural integrity of the
GDL 90 installation as defined in AC 43.13-2A, Chapter 1. Perform the post installation checkout before
closing the work area in case problems occur.
Complete an electrical load analysis in accordance with AC 43.13-1B, Chapter 11, on the aircraft prior to
starting modification to ensure aircraft has the ability to carry the GDL 90 load. Document the results of
the electrical load analysis on FAA Form 337.
2.2 M
ATERIALS
N
OT
S
UPPLIED
2.2.1 M
ATERIALS
R
EQUIRED
B
UT
N
OT
S
UPPLIED
The GDL 90 is intended for use with standard aviation accessories. The following items are required for
the installation, but not supplied:
•
Wire (MIL-W-22759/16 or equivalent)
•
Shielded wire (MIL-C-27500 or equivalent)
•
Circuit breakers
•
Ring terminals (for grounding)
2.3 S
PECIAL
T
OOLS
R
EQUIRED
Some of the connectors use crimp contacts. The tables below identify crimp tools required to ensure
consistent, reliable crimp contact connections for the rear D-SUB connectors. The tables define one
source for the crimp tool. Alternate equivalent tools may be used.
Table 2-1 - Crimp Tool for P/N 245-0027
Description
ITT/Cannon P/N
Military number
Insertion/Extraction tool CIET-20HD
980-200-426
M81969/39-01
Crimp tool
995-0001-584
M22520/2-01
Positioner 995-0001-604
M22520/2-08
Below is the contact for ITT/Cannon crimp tools:
ITT Cannon
Phone (714) 261-5300
1851 E. Deere Ave
FAX (714) 575-8324
Santa Ana, CA 92705-6500
