Installation & operation manual
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victr on ener gy
B L U E P O W E R
2 Installation
2.1 Install the system
Precautions
Observe the following when you wire the
system:
1. Never install any components above
batteries or fuel tanks.
2. Never install components or cables
near heat sources that may melt the
insulation.
3. Never expose components or
cables to oil or grease.
4. Never install components when
there is a risk of exposure to water.
5. Never use twist-on connectors.
•
Always use insulation barriers to
prevent a short circuit of exposed
terminal connectors.
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Always use the correct tool.
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Always take the necessary
precautions to protect the
components and cables from
damage.
•
Always clamp the wires at least
every 30 cm (12”).
•
Protect cables that pass bulkheads
or structural members against
damage by grummets or equivalent
means.
•
Protect components and wires with
sheets, conduits or equivalent means
when there is a risk of physical
damage.
•
All wires must be fire resistant, fine-
stranded and tinned.
•
Always use the correct cable
diameter and colour. This is indicated
on the node.
•
Wires outside the motor
compartment must be rated at
minimum 60 °C / 140 °F.
•
Wires inside the motor compartment
must be rated at minimum 70 °C /
158 °F.
