PERKO 1212 - Manual

Fig. No. 1211 Series Bi-Color / Utility Light
Fig. No. 1212 Series Bi-Color / Utility Light
The above lights are designed for use on power driven vessels under 12 meters (39.4 ft.) in length operating
at a nominal 12 volt system. In order to comply with ‘72 COLREGS and the U.S. Inland Rules, the following must
be adhered to:
MOUNTING INFORMATION
Read all instructions before proceeding.
1). For proper light selection, positioning and configuration, refer to A.B.Y.C. Standard A-16*, the ‘72 COLREGS*, and the
U.S. Inland Rules*.
2). These lights are designed to be mounted on a horizontal surface.
3). Draw a 6 inch long reference line through the center of the selected mounting location and parallel to the centerline of
the boat.
4). Cut out the proper mounting template. Place it on the mounting surface such that the reference line (drawn in step 3) is
directly underneath the reference line marked on the template.
5). Drill indicated holes through the appropriate template to accommodate #8 oval head mounting screws and socket.
6). Attach supply connections to the light, making sure to wire in accordance with both A.B.Y.C. Standard E-9* and U.S.
Coast Guard Safety Standards for Boat Electrical Systems (33 CFR 183)*.
The supply leads are coded as follows:
WHITE: Forward compartment (Bi-color) positive supply lead.
GRAY: Aft compartment (Utility) positive supply lead.
BLACK: Negative supply lead. (Caution: Negative lead connected to case. To avoid energizing case, observe
polarity).
Electrical connections must be made such that the forward compartment is switched in conjunction with the other run-
ning light(s); aft compartment (utility light) should be switched with Ignition (or permanently energized), as a push switch
is provided on top of the light.
NOTE: All light circuits must be circuit protected. Use a 1/2 AMP fuse (or breaker) for the courtesy light circuit and a 2 AMP
fuse (or breaker) for the combination light circuit.
7). Mount the base in accordance with the template.
8). IMPORTANT: Top of light must be vertical during operation (See Diagram #1).
9). Setup for Operation:
Insert pole in base, making sure alignment screw in pole slides into the notch in the base. Push pole down until it engages
the electrical connector and lock by rotating the locking collar clockwise. Remove and store the pole light and replace
weatherproof cover on base when not in use.
10). Lamp replacement: Use Perko Cat. No. 0071DP0CLR, 12V, 10W for forward compartment (Bi-Color) and Perko Cat. No.
0064000CLR for aft compartment (Utility Light).
• The above referenced standards can be obtained from:
(1). American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc. (2). U.S. Coast Guard
613 Third Street, Suite 10 Washington, D.C. 20593
Annapolis, MD 21403 (or your local C.G. office)
12/08
1211INS1
DIAGRAM #1
Forward
Compartment
(Red & Green)
Aft Compartment
(Utility Light)
Note: Top of Light must
be vertical during Operation.
PERKO, Inc.
16490 N.W. 13th. Avenue
Miami, FL. 33169-5707
www.perko.com
USCG APPROVAL
33 CFR 183.810
Visibility: 1nm
Tested By: IMANNA Labs.
Date: 10/21/03
Meets ABYC A-16