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5.
Once you are satisfied that the unit is fully adhered onto the hull, you will notice that sealant has
squeezed out from around the perimeter of the light. Using a cloth wipe off excess sealant to leave
a clean seal. If you do not see sealant squeeze out from the body, you have not used enough sealant
or tightened the unit enough to the hull. Carefully examine the installation to make sure the seal you
have installed on the unit is fully water-tight. If in doubt, remove light, re-apply sealant and re-install.
2.3 - Connecting the light fixture
WARNING:
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Always consult a qualified electrician when connecting OceanLED light fixtures.
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When connecting light units, please note that all OceanLED lights will operate within a specific
voltage range.
Connecting lights to your DC power source
OceanLED Sport models require a 12/24v DC supply. This supply should be a minimal 6A @ 12vDC or 3A @
24v DC per light. It is recommended to connect the light to the DC power source using a two pole, screw
type terminal block with a minimum voltage rating of 50V and a current rating of at least 6A. The ends of
the cable should be stripped back (if required) and suitable ferrules fitted. The terminal block should be
fixed inside a waterproof enclosure (IP66 minimum).
TIP:
Switch and breaker need to be robust enought to support light.
TIP:
For complete instructions on DC connections, please refer to ABYC codes of practice and other
applicable codes and ordinances for DC connections.
WARNING:
Never leave the bare cables unprotected. Take care to not leave the bare wire ends in bilge
water before making the waterproof connections. Water deposits 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.
1.
Depending on the model and number of lights installed you will need to pull the correct sized power
cable from the breaker/fuse panel to the light locations to supply constant power to the units. It
is imperative that the correct sized tinned boat cable is used to avoid voltage drop issues. See
appendix for recommened 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. If appropriate, use a dielectric grease when
making the connections and 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).
NOTE:
Corrosion of wire, and/or water ingress into the light unit via the cable is NOT covered under
warranty
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3.
If you are not installing a custom fuse panel, it is imperative that the OceanLED supplied fuse is
installed on each power line from each light. See table in chapter 1.
4.
Secure cables ensuring where the cable exits the light it is not under undue stress. Finish and test
light units BEFORE the boat goes into the water. If you have any issues and need troubleshooting
advice, please contact your local OceanLED representative.
