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An amplifier’s power wire must be fused at the battery. |
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Be sure the fuse is located within 12″ of the car’s battery. This will protect the car’s battery in case of a short between the amplifier and battery.
THIS IS A MUST, the amplifier’s built-in fuse is only for the protection of the power amplifier and not the car’s battery. |
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Use high-quality wire connectors. Use Proper power wire gauge for maximum current transfer and safety. Incorrect gauge power and ground wires can reduce the amplifiers power and poses a risk of damage to the amplifier and the vehicles electrical system. Please follow the recommended “Amplifiers Power Cable Requirements” to ensure maximum power transfer and safety. |
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To ensure maximum power transfer and secure safe connections, it is recommended to use high-grade barrier spades (for connection at amplifier) and terminal rings (for connection at battery). |
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Do not run any wires underneath vehicle. Exposed wires have a chance of being cut or damaged. It is best to run all wires through the vehicle under the carpet and/or side panels. This lends to a cleaner installation and less risk of damage. |
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Use caution when mounting amplifier. Remember there are many electrical wires, gas lines, vacuum lines, brake lines, as well as a gas tank in the automobile. Make sure you know where they are when mounting the amplifier to avoid puncturing lines, shorting wires, or drilling holes in the gas tank. |
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To avoid possibility of induced noise from the car’s electrical system (i.e. popping noises or engine noise), Keep signal wires (Speaker or RCA) away from any electrical wires. |
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In order to reduce the chance of ground loops (i.e. engine noise); make the grounding wire as short as possible to reduce the wire’s resistance. Also, when using multiple components, make sure all units are grounded at the same point. |
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Avoid sharp edges when running the wires. When laying wiring inside the car, watch for welding burs in channels throughout the car. If necessary adequately grind, finish sand or fill in around any ruff spots so wires will not be punctured by sharp protrusions. Use a grommet to protect the wire when running through the firewall. |
