Code 3 CELS control box - Manual (Page 4)

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General Wiring
CELS Wiring
• Read through the wiring diagram for the purchased system prior to the installation and become fully familiar with it to be sure all of the connections
will be made as needed for correct system operation. If there are any questions or problems call our Technical Assistance HOTLINE (314) 996-2800.
• Verify before final connections are made that Front Output wires are connected to front outputs and Rear Output wires are connected to rear outputs
before crimping the connections.
• Verify that the Front and Rear CELS Output Harness Plugs are in their correct locations See Figure 2 on page 3 (The plugs are labeled as to their
function). If they have been unplugged they can be switched by accident!
• The majority of the wire colors from the CELS Box Front and Rear Output wires to the Front Device Outputs (Full or Half SuperVisor ) and Rear
Device Outputs (Dual Color and Single Color Citadel) match up color to color. Some wire color shades may vary slightly. The Package 5 System
individual device output wires are all customer supplied and dependent on the customer provided wire colors.
• For the XT4 and PAR36 front light head wire colors see wire color chart on page 5 for individual wire colors.
• The main power and ground wires should be connected directly to the vehicle's battery and not to an auxiliary vehicle connection and must be fused
properly. See wiring diagram for the purchased package. Packages 1 - 4 will have an average current draw of 12 - 15A and a maximum of 20A.
• After all programming is complete attach the Black/Red wire to ground to avoid accidental flash pattern/program changes.
• If you require a CA Title 13 Steady Red Light Head feature, the Brown/White wire may be substituted in place of any of the CELS Output Wires
to provide the desired steady burn light head. Note: DO NOT COMBINE THE BROWN/WHITE WIRE WITH ANY OF THE OUTPUT WIRES.
General Wiring Best Practices
• Larger wires and tight connections will provide longer service life for components. Follow the AWG Table on page 5 for proper wiring gauges based
on length of wire run.
• For high current wires it is highly recommended that terminal blocks or soldered connections be used with heat shrink tubing to protect the connec-
tions.
• Do not use insulation displacement (e.g. 3M® Scotchlock type) connectors.
• Route wiring using grommets and sealant when passing through compartment walls.
• High ambient temperatures (e.g. under hood) will significantly reduce the current carrying capacity of wires, fuses, and circuit breakers. Use "SXL"
type wire in engine compartment.
• All wiring should conform to the minimum wire size and other recommendations of the wire manufacturer and be protected from moving parts and
hot surfaces.
• Looms, grommets, cable ties, and similar installation hardware should be used to anchor and protect all wiring.
• Fuses or circuit breakers should be located as close to the power takeoff points as possible and properly sized to protect the wiring and devices
• The installer should install a fuse sized to approximately 125% of the maximum Amp capacity in the supply line to protect against short circuits. For
example, a 30 Amp fuse should carry a maximum of 24 Amps.
• DO NOT USE 1/4" DIAMETER GLASS FUSES AS THEY ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR CONTINUOUS DUTY IN SIZES ABOVE 15 AMPS!
• Circuit breakers are very sensitive to high temperatures and can "false trip" when mounted in hot environments or operated close to their capacity.
Ground Connections
• Ground terminations should be made to substantial chassis components, preferably directly to the vehicle battery. Some OEM provided ground
points are not sufficient to provide a proper ground. If in doubt, check to verify the ground with a Multi Meter.
• If Chassis Ground must be used, connection points should be clean and have paint or coatings removed to insure a good tight ground connection.
The gage of the grounding wire must match or exceed the AWG Table shown on page 5.
• Avoid stacking multiple ground connections to one ground source.
• Verify that hardware, screws, bolts, washers, etc. will provide a sufficient ground connection.
Splicing Connections
• Use the correct wire stripper to be sure all strands of the wires remain intact and will provide sufficient electrical current capacity.
• Do not under strip or over strip the wire as it could prevent proper connections or leave bare wiring exposed for potential short circuits.
• Use appropriate crimping pliers to insure good connections.
• Always use properly sized connectors/terminals appropriate to the wire gage being used (Butt Splices, Fork Terminals, Ring Terminals, & etc.).
• Use wire of sufficient gage to provide sufficient electrical current capacity.
• Minimize the number of splices where ever possible to reduce voltage drop.
• Particular attention should be paid to the location and method of making electrical connections and splices to protect these points from corrosion
and loss of conductivity (Wire Loom, Heat Shrink Tubing, or Sealed Connectors may be necessary in wet or hot environments).
RF Considerations
• Do not locate the CELS Box close to an antenna or other RF/EM emitting device.
• Do not route cables or wires from a CELS SuperVisor, CELS Citadel, or other CELS controlled light heads within 18 inches of an antenna, antenna
cable, radar unit, radio amplifier, or other RF/EM emitting device.