Kicker KX2500.1 - Manual (Page 6)

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KX2500.1 Amplifier
Installa
tion
BIG AMP AHEAD
Just in case you missed it at the time of purchase, this is a BIG amplifier that will create BIG power. For an amplifier to
produce 2500 watts of output power it requires a solid electrical system feeding it and a solid delivery system to your speakers. What
this means is you have to use the appropriate wire and accessories with this amplifier to insure optimum performance and durability.
We recommend using Genuine Kicker Installation Accessories. Visit your local dealer or visit www.Kicker.com to learn more.
Kicker highly recommends the following:
An alternator with a minimum 140 amp output capacity.
At least one extra battery located close to the amplifier.
1/0 gauge power and ground feeds to the extra battery.
Proper fusing as per diagram below.
Short as possible power and ground feeds to the amplifier.
A minimum of 12 gauge speaker wire from amp to speakers. Up to 8 Gauge can be used and is recommended.
Earplugs.
GROUND
+12V
MAIN
BATTERY
Engine
Compartment
FUSE
18"
or less
REMOTE
TURN-ON
1/0 Gauge
1/0 Gauge
18 Gauge
KICKER
300 A
+12V
AUXILARY
BATTERY
In Trunk
FUSE
FUSE
KICKER
300 A
1/0 Gauge
18"
or less
KICKER
300 A
1/0 Gauge
Total length of cable from
Auxilary Battery to Amplifier
not to exceed 6 feet.
1/0 Gauge
Total length of Ground Cable
not to exceed 3 feet.
12-8 Gauge
1/
0 G
a
ALTERNATOR
140 Amp Minimum