attwood HP and HPX Series Light Armor Underwater Lights Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- attwood
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attwood HP and HPX Series Light Armor Underwater
**Lights Instruction Manual**
REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION
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Screwdriver
Appropriate switch and fuse -
Drill and bits:
9/16 inch (1.43 cm) for wire clearance hole
3/32 inch (2.38 mm) for mounting pilot holes -
Two #8 pan head stainless steel screws
LOCATION
- Lights are designed to be submersible and are for underwater use only. Lights are intended for surface mount.
- Use template or measure and mark location for 9/16 inch wire clearance hole.
NOTE : Whenever possible, lights should be installed a minimum of 10-inches below the waterline.
DRILLING INSTRUCTIONS
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Drill 9/16 inch (1.43 cm) hole for wire clearance.
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Align light engine with the position you’ve drilled for the wire clearance hole (Figure 1).
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Use the light engine or template to mark locations for the mounting screw pilot holes.
CAUTION : Position wire clearance hole carefully on aluminum boat so that wires do not contact hull. -
At the marked locations, drill two pilot holes for mounting screws. Drill to adequate depth for screw length.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
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Make wire connections according to the WIRING INSTRUCTIONS.
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Using marine grade underwater sealant, seal around drilled wire clearance hole and fasteners to prevent water intrusion. Only seal where indicated in Figure1 and 2 and fastener holes.
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DO NOT seal over back ridges since failure to comply will cause lights to overheat and void warranty.
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Add bezel to light assembly (if supplied).
CAUTION : Screws should fit snuggly against bezel assembly. DO NOT over tighten, doing so may cause cracking of the light housing and light failure. -
Insert screws through bezel housing (if supplied), light engine, and gaskets then fasten light to surface. NOTE: If stainless steel bezel is not used, a #8 pan head stainless screw must be used (not included).
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
The power supply must be a 12 or 24-volt DC only. Use crimp-type marine grade connectors with suitable waterproof insulation. Protect all connections with suitable materials.
NOTE : Failure to make proper connections and fuse the light properly will void the product warranty
CAUTION : Polarity is important. If wiring is mis-connected, the LED light will not operate.
- Connect wires to fused power source (Figure 3).
- Connect the (-) black wire to the negative (-) wire for each light from the 12/24-volt supply.
- Connect the (+) white wire to the proper fuse switch. See Fuse Recommendation for correct fuse size.
- Connect fused switch to the positive (+) 12/24-volt supply.
Fuse Recommendation:
Figure 1
Apply marine sealant directly into wire clearance and screw holes drilled into boat surface.
Figure 2
Add an additional “small” quantity of sealant around wire lead to help seal hole as installed.
Note : Keep sealant off cooling ribs. Failing to do so will affect the light’s performance.
Figure 3
ATTWOOD LIMITED 10-YEAR WARRANTY
This product carries a limited ten (10) year warranty. This is a non- serviceable (LED) light source, any attempt to open or service the light voids the warranty. See product catalog or attwoodmarine.com for details.
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