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Installation
Mounting
Appropriate mounting is very important for the prolonged life expectancy of any
amplifier. Select a location that allows enough space so sufficient airflow is maintainable
and a location that provides protection from moisture. Keep in mind that an amplifier
should never be mounted upside down. Upside down mounting will compromise heat
dissipation through the heatsink and could engage the thermal protection circuit.
Excessive heat will shorten your amplifiers life. To maximise heat dissipation, be sure to
leave at least 2.5" of clearance around the amplifier. If space is of the essense and the
amplifier must be mounted in an enclosed or restricted area, a small 3 inch fan should
be used in correspondence with a duct so the heat can flow past the Heatsink.
To avoid scratching your new FUSION amplifier, pre-drill the mounting holes with either
a 3mm or 9/64" diameter drill bit and use the screws supplied in the accessory kit. Be
sure to investigate your mounting area thoroughly to avoid electrical wires, vacuum lines
or fuel lines.
Installation Options
The quality of installation will affect the performance and reliability of your FUSION
amplifier. For maximum performance we recommend you have your new FUSION
amplifier installed by an authorised FUSION dealer. Our highly skilled dealers have vast
knowledge of our products and their installation techniques are necessary to unleash
the high performance capabilities of your amplifier.
If you decide to connect the amplifier yourself, it is important that you read this manual
carefully and throughout before starting. Once you have finished reading and you still
have questions regarding installation, we recommend your FUSION dealer.
Connection
FUSION amplifiers are designed to work within a 10 to 16 volt DC range. Before
any wires are connected, the vessel's electrical system should be checked for correct
voltage supply with the help of a voltmeter. First, check the voltage at the battery the
voltmeter should read between 12 and 13.8 Volts. If your vessel's electrical system is
not up to these specification, we recommend having it checked by an auto electrician
before any further installation. Once the vessel is checked, make certain the correct
cable size is used. We recommend using the following cables calculator diagram on
page 9 to calculate the correct power cable for your application.
Power
FUSION amplifiers should be wired directly to the battery using the appropriate sized
cable. Start at the vessels battery and run the power cable through to the amplifier.
FUSION recommends the use of grommets when passing the power cable through any
metal wall to avoid sharp corners or sharp body parts that may easily cut through the
insulation on the cable.
Avoid running the power cable over engine components. The use of an inline fuse
or circuit breaker is a must, this will prevent the risk of a potential fire caused be a
short in your power cable. Connect the fuse holder or circuit breaker as close to the
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