Derale Performance 15 Row Atomic Cool Plate & Fin Remote Engine Oil Cooler Kit, -8AN - Manual (Page 2)

Warning: Installation of accessories should only be undertaken by those with mechanical knowledge and are familiar with working on
vehicles. Always use eye protection (goggles, safety glasses or shield). Park the vehicle in a well lit area, on level ground and apply the
parking brake. Only work on a cold vehicle that has been sitting overnight, failure to do so will result in severe burns and injury. Before starting
the vehicle, make sure no tools or any other items are left under hood that could interfere with or be drawn into moving parts of the engine.
Failure to follow instructions can lead to severe damage and personal injury.
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IN-LINE THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION
Mounting Location
Note:
Warning:
1. Cooler inlet installation
2. Hose installation
The recommended location for the In-line Thermostat Fitting is on the INLET side
of the oil cooler, so the oil line that provides the cooler fluid from the engine.
AN fittings do not require any thread sealant.
Always use two wrenches when tightening the In-line Thermostat Fitting to
the oil cooler; failure to use a back up wrench could cause damage to the cooler core.
There are two options for installing the In-Line Thermostat.
(See Diagram #4)
The In-line Thermostat Fitting is provided with a -8AN male and female threads.
a) Attach the In-line Thermostat Fitting onto the INLET fitting on the oil cooler.
b) Using Loctite or suitable sealant, carefully HAND TIGHTEN the
Thermostat Switch clockwise onto the In-line Thermostat Fitting. Do not
use a wrench or damage to the Thermostat Switch could occur.
(See Diagram #5)
The kit provides two brass fittings designed to screw into the In-line Thermostat
Fitting which converts the AN fittings to hose barbs. One is the -8AN Male x 1/2”
Hose Barb and the other is the -8AN Female x 1/2” Hose Barb.
a) Using the -8AN Male x 1/2” Hose Barb Fitting provided, attach the fitting
to the female side of the In-line Thermostat Fitting.
b) Using the -8AN Female x 1/2” Hose Barb Fitting provided, attach the
fitting to the male side of the In-line Thermostat Fitting.
c) Using the 1/2” OEM Spec Hose and Hose Clamps provided, cut a short
piece of hose approximately 5 inches and attach one end of the hose to the oil cooler inlet and the other to EITHER of
the Hose Barb Fittings.
d) Using Loctite or suitable sealant, carefully HAND TIGHTEN the Thermostat Switch clockwise onto the In-line Thermostat
Fitting. Do not use a wrench or damage to the Thermostat Switch could occur.
1. Using the 1/2” Hose and Hose Clamps provided, attach both ends of the hose onto the oil cooler/In-line Thermostat housing
forming a loop.
2. Route the looped hose carefully along the frame to the Sandwich Adapter already installed on the engine making sure to stay
away from moving parts, exhaust systems and any sharp objects. Cut hose at desired length.
3. Connect the outlet port on the Sandwich Adapter to the inlet port on the oil cooler.
4. Connect the inlet port on the Sandwich Adapter to the outlet port on the oil cooler.
5. Using the Hose Clamps and 6” Zip Ties provided, secure hoses in place.
(See Diagram #6)
Thermostat Switch is designed for a
The Thermostat Switch has two terminals coming off the main housing.
1. Attach EITHER terminal on the Thermostat Switch to the Positive (+)
wire coming from the electric fan on the oil cooler.
2. Attach the remaining terminal on the Thermostat Switch to a 12V (+)
Switched Ignition Source.
3. Attach the Negative (-) electric fan lead to a good chassis Ground (-).
1. Start the engine and quickly check all connections for leaks.
2. Turn-off the engine and check oil level.
3. Add oil as needed.
ROUTING HOSES
THERMOSTAT SWITCH WIRING
VEHICLE TESTING
Important:
maximum capacity of 15 continuous amps.
All bends in hose need to have
a minimum radius of 5” or the
diameter of a small coffee can.
WARNING
SANDWICH ADAPTER INSTALLATION
1. Take the Sandwich Adapter and two 3/8” NPT x 1/2” Hose Barbs provided, Using Teflon Tape or suitable sealant, install the
hose barb fittings onto the Sandwich Adapter.
2. Take the pre-determined Sleeve Nut. Make a note of the Colored Label on the Sleeve Nut. This will allow you to reference oil
filter options if necessary.
3. Remove the Colored Label from the Sleeve Nut.
4. Apply a light coat of oil onto the O-ring(s).
5. Take the O-ring(s) and install onto the Sandwich Adapter and Adapter Plate (if used)
6. Making sure the filter landing is clean from oil and dirt, take the Sleeve Nut, Sandwich Adapter, O-ring(s) and Adapter Plate (if
used) and install onto the engine sliding the Sleeve Nut thru the Sandwich Adapter. Turn the Sleeve Nut clockwise onto the
engines filter nipple. (See Diagram #2 & 3)
7. Using a Torque Wrench, torque the Sleeve Nut to 20 ft. Lbs.
Inlet
Diagram #4 Diagram #4
In-Line
Thermostat
Fitting
Diagram #5 Diagram #5
In-Line
Thermostat
Fitting
Thermostat Switch
Hose
Hose Clamps
Thermostat
Switch
Ground
Switched
12V (+)
Ignition Source
Inlet
Thermostat
Switch
In-Line
Thermostat
Fitting
Diagram #6 Diagram #6