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Automotive Power Distribution Unit
User Manual
Model:
PDU-6SS
Table of Contents
Product Overview.....................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Introduction/Features/Technical Specifications..................................................................................................................................................3
Warnings....................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Installation.................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Wiring Diagram.........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Wire Gauge Size Tables............................................................................................................................................................................................7
Modes of Operation.................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Programming Low Voltage Shutdown and Timed Shutdown.............................................................................................................................9
Package Contents...................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Warranty and Product Return Policy..................................................................................................................................................................12
July 30th, 2019
212-0024-6SS
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Automotive Power Distribution Unit User Manual Model: PDU-6SS Table of Contents Product Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……2 Introduction/Features/Technical Specifications……….……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….3 Warnings…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4 Installation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..5 Wiring Diagram………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...6 Wire Gauge Size Tables……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..7 Modes of Operation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….8 Programming Low Voltage Shutdown and Timed Shutdown……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..9 Package Contents……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………10 Warranty and Product Return Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...12... -
Page 2: Product Overview
Product Overview Figure 1: PDU-6SS July 30th, 2019 212-0024-6SS... -
Page 3: Introduction/Features/Technical Specifications
Introduction The PDU-6SS is designed to provide automotive emergency and public service vehicle equipment installers with a solid state, single point power distribution system for installed electrical devices. The installation is fast, reliable and safe. It offers programmable low battery voltage shutdown, programmable timed shut- down, power distribution and equipment protection. -
Page 4: Warnings
Warning 1. The use of emergency warning devices does not ensure the safety of the operator. The operator is responsible to ensure safe operation of the vehicle regardless of whether the warning device is in operation or not 2. The effectiveness of this or any warning device is highly dependent on proper installation and maintenance. -
Page 5: Installation
Battery Sense Connect this terminal directly to the positive of the battery using a 18 gauge wire fused with a 5A fuse. This connection must be made in order for the PDU-6SS to work. Ground Sense Connect this terminal to the negative side of the battery or a suitable chassis ground. This connection must be made in order for the PDU 6SS to work. -
Page 6: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram Figure 2: Wiring July 30th, 2019 212-0024-6SS... -
Page 7: Wire Gauge Size Tables
Table 1: Recommended Input Power Feed Wire Size Max. Total Load Wire Size (AWG) vs Wire Length (3% drop) Current Amps <5 ft. 5-10 ft. 10-15 ft. 15-20 ft. 25-30 ft. #3/0 #2/0 #4/0 Table 2: Recommended Circuit Load Wire Size Max. -
Page 8: Modes Of Operation
Modes of Operation Standby Mode In Standby Mode the PDU is dormant with zero consumption. It awakes either by turning the Ignition ON or by depressing the test switch. The test switch will turn on all outputs for two minutes and if no other action is taken during this time, the PDU will go dormant again. -
Page 9: Programming Low Voltage Shutdown And Timed Shutdown
- The minimum shutdown voltage cannot be set below 11.5VDC unless the vehicle is being fitted with a second battery. Timed Shutdown Setup The PDU-6SS factory default shutdown times are set to: 2 minutes for GROUP 1 outputs ... -
Page 10: Package Contents
Description PDU-16SS unit w/ 16 out, display, dual programmable timer PDU-6SS and voltage 212-0024-6SS Manual PDU-6SS unit Designator sheet for PDU-6SS to record all setup installation data 196-0070 Lug LD 6 AWG stud 1/4” 205-0052 Spade #8 16-14 Ga NOTE; MINI and MAXI fuses are available for purchase. - Page 11 NOTES July 30th, 2019 212-0024-6SS...
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Page 12: Warranty And Product Return Policy
WARRANTY D & R Electronics warrants its new products to be free from defects in material and workmanship, un- der normal use and service for a period of one year on parts replacement. This warranty applies only to original purchasers acquiring the product directly from D&R Electronics, or its authorized dealers.
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