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3.4 INSTALLATION OF DC POWER KIT
Additional Tools needed that are not supplied by OceanLED
Junction box / waterproof connectors
Sufficient cable to connect to DC Power Pack
Always consult a qualified electrician when connecting OceanLED light fixtures.
When connecting light units, please note that all OceanLED lights will operate within a specific voltage range.
Please check the electrical information to ensure cable gauge follow the recommendations.
Never leave the bare cables unprotected. Take care to not leave the bare wire ends in bilge water before
making the waterproof connections.
in the connectors and cables will cause corrosion. Over time water can also work its way into the unit along
the inside of the cable due to capillary action causing the light to fail. This will NOT be covered under warranty.
For complete instructions on DC connections, please refer to ABYC codes of practice and other applicable
codes and ordinates for DC connections.
1. Depending on the model and number of lights installed, you will need to pull the correct sized power cable from
the DC power source (breaker/fuse panel) to the light locations to supply constant power to the light units. It is
imperative that the correct sized tinned marine grade cable is used to avoid voltage drop issues.
See section 6: Appendix for recommended cable gauges.
2. Using waterproof butt splices or IP66 waterproof junction boxes, make the connections at either end of the
system to attach the lights to the DC system. Make sure any heat shrink used completely encapsulates the
outer wire sheath (the use of glue-lined heat shrink is highly recommended to ensure water tightness).
Never install a new light fixture then leave the vessel in the water unchecked for several days.
3. It is imperative that either the OceanLED supplied fuse on each power line to each light or a suitable protection
device is used to protect the cable/light unit. Failure to do so will void the warranty. See table in section 1:
Overview.
4. Secure cables ensuring where the cable exits the light it is not under undue stress. Finish and test the light units
BEFORE
the vessel goes into the water.
Explore DC Power kit
Kit Includes
DC Power Cable (1.5m long)
Fuse kit
