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ELECTRICAL CABLE SELECTION
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1.
Electrical resistance in the circuit you create is a significant consumer of the power
available in the KAPower device. Create and keep the integrity of the circuit you
create to the highest possible standards.
2.
Use the heaviest gauge cable available. It is recommended that 4/0 cable be used.
3.
Keep cable length to an absolute minimum. The circuit resistance increases with
cable length.
4.
Ensure that the cable termination connections (terminals) are properly crimped,
and ensure that the holes in ring terminals match the size of the studs over which
they are placed. Do not use welding cable; use high quality, fine strand type II or III
battery cable. For marine applications tinned cable and use of a conductant paste or
dielectric grease on connections is recommended.
5.
The quality of the cable connections from the KSM to the vehicle or equipment is
critical. Make sure to provide good, clean, robust cable interface connections. The
cables between the KSM module and the battery do not benefit from over-current
protection, i.e. they have no fuse or circuit breaker. If a short circuit occurs the cable
will overheat and it may catch fire, or ignite nearby combustible materials.
Therefore, make certain the cable is well-secured, at least every 18”, and protected
from damage and chafe. For marine installations, follow American Boat and Yacht
Council Guidelines found in chapter E-11.
6.
The 4 Pin Deutsch connector has been supplied with a mating connector. Be sure to
follow proper wire schemes as identified in the diagrams.
7.
The supplied DPST switch will be installed in addition to or paralleling the existing
key-start switch. Locate and install the DPST switch in a convenient location
relative to the key switch.
Summary of Contents for KAPower Starting Module
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