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Page 3: ... consult a specialist to install the lights Always follow safety procedures and pay attention to all steps to ensure the longevity of your new lights Always wear protective gear and take safety first Intended Use Model 01 is designed to operate as an LED Illumination unit for mounting on GRP or wooden boat hulls It can be installed above water level partially or completely submerged in both fresh ...
Page 4: ...l the elements shown below are in the box If you are missing elements or parts show signs of wear or damage do not start the installation Model 01 LED Fixture with 2m 6ft cable Fuse 2 Amp 2 x Tapping Screws DIN7981 C PHIL 4 2x32 A4 ...
Page 5: ...5 You will also need Clean Cloths Sealant 3M Marine Adhesive Sealant Fast Cure 4200FC or similar Drill Bit Ø14mm 9 16 Drill Bit Ø3mm 1 8 Crosshead Screwdriver Power Drill ...
Page 6: ...part of this product Wear personal protection gear during installation Complete an electrical mock up before you modify the boat This is a 12V DC light fixture Do not connect to mains or higher voltage than 15V DC Do not look directly at the LEDs when in operation Isolate power source prior to electrical installation Each light should be individually fused Do not allow exposed cable ends to come i...
Page 7: ...m that it works as intended before installation Complete a connection mock up with all the necessary equipment before you make any modification to the hull This protects you and avoids damaging your equipment Isolate the battery or power supply to make sure that your system is off ...
Page 8: ...e to install the light fixture and make sure that you have full access to the inner side of the hull Make sure that no obstacles are restricting in any way the mounting screws or the cable Recommended installation depth is 150 250mm 6 10 below the water line ...
Page 9: ...lling locations Thoroughly clean the surface and remove any debris coatings fluids or solid particles to ensure proper adhesion Use a Ø3mm 1 8 drill bit for the screw pilot holes and a Ø14mm 9 16 drill bit for the cable hole Clean again the surface before you continue ...
Page 10: ...nd dry on both sides gently guide the cable through the cable bore and dry fit the fixture onto the hull Make sure that the light fixture fits properly the holes are aligned and that the fixture sits flat on the hull before proceeding to the next steps ...
Page 11: ... from the hull Apply a continuous bead of sealant on the back of the luminaire and inside the drilled holes on the hull Align the fixture with the pilot holes and press firmly against the hull Use 3M Marine Adhesive Sealant Fast Cure 4200FC or similar ...
Page 12: ... squeezed around the fixture If there is any dry spot around the fixture repeat the previous step and make sure that you apply more sealant Use a soft cloth to remove any excess of sealant Add extra sealant in the inner side of the hull around the hole Tighten the screws only with a hand tool do not use power tools ...
Page 13: ...u launch the boat back into the water and do not leave your boat unattended for the first 24 hours Inspect for leaks during this time and act accordingly if needed Consult the sealant s manufacturer guide to learn how long it takes for the sealant to fully cure ...
Page 14: ...14 Basic Wiring Diagram Waterproof Box min IP66 12V DC A 2A fuse is included in the box Each light should be individually fused RED BROWN BLACK BLUE ...
Page 15: ...15 We recommend using YPHOS fused junction boxes which have an integrated marine grade relay and RF remote capabilities for up to 120m 400ft https yphos com accessories ...
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