Wiring The Unit - NorthStar 951X Installation Manual

Wiring the unit

Electrical power
requirements
951/952 INSTALLATION MANUAL Revision B
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When flush-mounting, be sure to mount the unit on a flat sur-
face. Mounting on a curved surface can distort or break the
plastic and cause a breech in the waterproof seal. Do not over-
tighten as case damage may occur and waterproof integrity
may be compromised. This will void the warranty due to physi-
cal damage.
The majority of installation problems are caused by shortcuts taken with
system cables. When installing the unit, be sure that you:
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assemble connectors carefully
• don't make sharp bends
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leave service and drip loops
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tie-wrap all cables to keep them secure
• if cables are shortened, lengthened, or re-terminated, seal all wiring
splices
The unit should be connected to a source of 10- to 40-volt electrical
power, using at least 16-gauge wire. A 10-foot fused power cable is sup-
plied with the unit, and should be long enough for most installations. If it
is necessary to lengthen the power cable, however, you may extend it to a
maximum of 25 feet (using at least 14-gauge wire for runs over 15 feet)
without adversely affecting the operation of the unit.
Ensure that fuse or circuit-breaker protection is provided at the
power source.
The unit is a negative-ground system that is reverse-polarity protected;
an external fuse prevents damage to sensitive components.
The wires in the 10-foot power cable must be connected as follows (black
and white can be connected together at the power source):
If a noise-free earth grounding point isn't available, the white
wire should be capped and insulated. It shouldn't be used
when an earth ground isn't available.
Red → Positive(+) (fused lead)
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Black → Negative(–)
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White → Ground (earth)
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SECTION TWO - Installing the unit
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
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