Autopilot APCL4DX Manual De Instrucciones página 2

IMPORTANT
Read the entire instructions before attempting to install and operate this unit. If you are unfamiliar
with electrical wiring and circuits, we strongly recommend that you consult with a licensed electrician
and/or have the unit professionally installed. All local and national electrical codes must be followed.
Do not use this item for purposes other than what it is designed for. Do not exceed the maximum
ratings of this unit. Incorrect installation or use of this product could result in injury, damage to the
unit or the connected devices, or even fire.
MAIN POWER REQUIREMENTS
1. The user must provide a source of main power for the lights to operate. The main power
connection must be rated for the amperage of the lights to be connected to the unit. (See
specifications.)
2. The main power can be "hardwired" into a circuit breaker panel or by installing the appropriate
high amperage portable cable and connector end (provided by the user).
3. The 4-light controller (APCL4DX) should have a 30-amp, 2-pole circuit breaker, and #10 AWG wire;
while the 8-light controller (APCL8DX) should have a 50-amp, 2-pole circuit breaker, and #6 AWG
wire to provide the main power.
4. A ground lug (grounding terminal) is provided to connect the ground wire. Do not operate this
product without a ground wire connected properly.
5. Most applications will use 240V power. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that all ballasts
connected to the unit are wired for 240V. (See ballast requirements.)
6. If the unit is to be used with 120V ballasts, ensure that all of the ballasts connected are wired for
120V operation. (See ballast requirements.)
BALLAST REQUIREMENTS
The ballast that will be used with the lighting controllers must be wired for the correct voltage. Most
applications use 240V main power and will require the ballast to operate on 240V power. It is the
user's responsibility to ensure that all of the lighting devices that are connected to this unit are rated
for the voltage being provided by the main power.
NOTE: This product can be used to operate 120V devices IF the main power provided to the unit is also
120V. Connecting a ballast that is designed to operate at 120V into a unit that has 240V main power
connected could result in damage to the devices or fire. Consult your ballast manufacturer if you have
any questions concerning the electrical requirements.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: DO NOT connect any ballasts to this unit until AFTER the power has been installed and
verified to be the correct voltage for the ballast that will be connected to this unit.
CONNECTING THE MAIN POWER
1. Loosen the 4 screws on the front cover (APCL4DX), 6 screws for APCL8DX.
2. Insert the appropriate sized main power cable into the cable clamp at the bottom of the unit.
Secure the cable clamp.
3. Insert the green or bare ground wire into the grounding terminal and secure the ground wire.
4. Remove the insulation from the red and the black main power wires and insert the bare wire ends
into the 2 power connection points on the power relay. Secure the wires tightly to ensure a good
connection. Loose connections will cause the terminals on the relay to overheat, which can cause
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