SPORTS SERIES
Single / Dual / Colours / DMX
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INSTALL & OPERATION MANUAL
12
Electrical Installation
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
Depending on the current rating requirements of the installation, it is highly recommended to install a relay
with a remote switch, rated accordingly to the system's needs, to control power (not supplied). This will help
minimize potential issues with voltage drops in the system and sync issues for the colour change lights.
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 heatshrink used completely encapsulates the
outer wire sheath (the use of glue-lined heat shrink is highly recommended to ensure water tightness).
3. It is imperative to either use the OceanLED supplied fuse on each power line to each light or employ a suitable
protection device to safeguard the cable/light unit. Failure to do so will void the warranty. Refer to the table in
Chapter 2 for Power Consumption and Recommended Fuse values. Additionally, ensure that any heat shrink
used fully encapsulates the outer wire sheath, and it is highly recommended to use glue-lined heat shrink for
optimal water tightness.
NOTE: Corrosion of wire, and/or water ingress into the light unit via the cable is NOT covered under warranty.
4. Secure the cables, making sure that the cable exit point from the light is not subjected to undue stress.
Complete the finishing touches and perform a thorough test of the light units BEFORE the vessel is immersed
in water.
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.
Fuse Kit wiring/assembly diagram
