EASTERN BEAVER PC-8R Install Manual

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PC-8R Installation Guide Version 1.0 Rev 1.1

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Page 1 PC-8R Install Manual PC-8R Installation Guide Version 1.0 Rev 1.1...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
V. Installa on…………………………………………………………….……………… 7 VI. Installa on Tips…………………………………………………………..……….. 8 VII.Fuse Selec on……………………………………………………………...…...… 9 VIII.Speciﬁca ons………………………………………………………...…………... 20 IX.Cau ons……………………………………………………………………...…..…… 12 X. Repair Service & Spares…….………………………………………...……….. 13 XI.Plain English Warranty Summary……………………………….………..13 XII.Warranty……………………………………………………………………………… 14 2222222222222 PC-8R Installation Guide Version 1.0 Rev 1.1...
Page 3: Introduc On
INTRODUCTION: The PC-8R is the 2nd genera on fuse box from Eastern Beaver Inc. It is heavily based on the ultra-reliable PC-8 fuse box, which has had over 9,000 installa ons. The objec ve for the PC-8R was to make the “overall install package” smaller, and make it easier for customers to do their own wiring, if desired.
Page 4: Descrip On
DESCRIPTION: The PC-8R is a 40A, 8 output fuse box/PDM with 2 ba ery direct fused connec ons and 6 switched connec ons. The posi ve switched outputs are outputs 3 through 8 on connector J2. The ba ery direct outputs are 1 through 2 on connector J2. Each output can be up to 15A ( max ), provided the total current does not exceed 40A.
Page 5: Iii.power Cable Design
DESCRIPTION Con nued: Power is connected to the PC-8R though J3. Pins 1 and 2 are grounds. Pins 3 & 4 are posi ve. Double check a er installing wires to make sure there are no loose strands that could cause a short.
Page 6: Switching Lead
The switching input is diode protected and the relay has a damping circuit to cancel any switching noise, making the PC-8R safe to use on bikes with canbus systems. We have carried out bench tests using Oscilloscopes & installa on tests on various canbus motorcycles.
Page 7: Installa On
( The PC-8R is designed such that should the unit be submerged in water, or mud, simply removing it and washing the unit in fresh clean water asap will ensure it’s con nued reliable opera on. The unit itself generates a small amount of heat and any moisture or water that remains in the case, will evapo- rate.
Page 8: Installa On Tips
If not possible to get the cable in cleanly, any frayed wires can be trimmed oﬀ. 8. The bare wire connec on to the PC-8R ( stripped sec on ), can be 5mm to 6mm ( 1.4” ).
Page 9: Vii.fuse Selec On
Fuse Selec on: The PC-8R uses mini blade fuses. The fuses come with a number stamped on top of the fuse in white i.e. the fuse value. Do not use cheap reproduc on fuses ( usually no white value stamp on the top and not made The number stamped on each fuse is it’s con nuous current ra ng at 25 ˚...
Page 10 Mini Blade Fuses ATM ( 20 Amp Maximum ) · Main Fuse Type: ATO Blade or LP JCASE 40 Amp ATO Blade for <30A applica ons or 50 Amp LP JCASE for <40A applica ons 1010101010101010101010 PC-8R Installation Guide Version 1.0 Rev 1.1...
Page 11 IX. Ensure the fuses are fully inserted into clips and not bent over hi ng other fuses. X. Fuses generate heat when they are incorrectly selected or close to their blow current. XI. Avoid pu ng rags or visor cleaning cloths on top of the fuse box. The PC-8R requires convec on cooling to dissipate heat.
Page 12: Ix.cau Ons
REPAIR SERVICE & SPARES: Eastern Beaver Inc oﬀers ﬁx price repairs for PC-8R unit that are out of warranty and damaged by accident or failure. We also oﬀer 50% discount on replacement units, for units that were damaged in a rider accident, provided we are shown proof of damage to the unit concerned.
Page 13: Xi.plain English Warranty Summary
2. Exceeding speciﬁca ons on power. 3. Crash or accident damage ( though we will oﬀer a discount on replacement units for PC-8R’s damaged in riding accidents ) 4. Use in corrosive environments. 5. Misuse or lack of care during use that leads to physical damage to the PC-8R.
Page 14: Xii.warranty
V. refund of the purchase price of Easter Beaver Inc goods. VI. Eastern Beaver Inc shall not be liable for the cost of removal and reinstalla on or loss or me due to failure of a component or system of its products other than stated in Clause II.