D&R PDU-13SS Manual

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Automotive Power Distribution Unit
Model:
PDU-13SS

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.................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Low Voltage Shutdown and Timed Shutdown Setup..........................................................................................................................................8
Package Contents.....................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Warranty and Product Return Policy..................................................................................................................................................................12
December 19th, 2023
212-0024-13SS
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Automotive Power Distribution Unit Model: PDU-13SS 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………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Low Voltage Shutdown and Timed Shutdown Setup………….……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..8 Package Contents……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………9 Warranty and Product Return Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...12 December 19th, 2023...
  • Page 2: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 1: PDU-13SS December 19th, 2023 212-0024-13SS...
  • Page 3: Introduction/Features/Technical Specifications

    Introduction The PDU-13SS 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

    Maintenance The PDU-13SS does not require user maintenance except for the individual fuse replacements. Warning Do not attempt to open or repair. Contact your local distributor or D&R Electronics for repair.
  • Page 5: Installation

    Mechanical Installation NOTE the PDU-13SS is not weather tight. Do not mount it in the engine compartment, on the exterior of the vehicle or an area where there is moisture, dirt or other contaminants. Ensure that the mounting loca- tion is flat and the device is secured to solid vehicle body parts.
  • Page 6: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram Figure 2: PDU-13SS Wiring December 19th, 2023 212-0024-13SS...
  • 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: Low Voltage Shutdown And Timed Shutdown Setup

    Setting up the PDU-13SS Low Voltage Shutdown Setup The PDU-13SS factory default LOW VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN value is set to 11.5 VDC for all outputs. Note: - When the vehicle battery voltage drops below the pre-set voltage all the outputs will turn off.
  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Description PDU-13SS PDU-13SS unit w/ 13 out, display, timer, voltage adjustment 212-0024-13SS Manual PDU-13SS unit Designator sheet for PDU-13SS to record all setup installation data NOTE: MINI fuses, spade terminals and lugs are available for purchase. December 19th, 2023 212-0024-13SS...
  • Page 10 NOTES December 19th, 2023 212-0024-13SS...
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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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