Power Cable Extensions
You must follow these requirements when extending the power cables for this product. Improperly extended power cables will cause excess electrical current, potentially leading to personal injury or property damage.
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You must use single-conductor stranded wire with insulation rated for at least 75°C (167°F) that is not bundled, not sheathed, and not run through conduit.
NOTE: If you are using wire with insulation rated for at least 105°C (221°F), and it is run outside of engine spaces, you can bundle up to three wires inside a sheath or conduit. -
When installing the extension, you must follow all industry standards and best practices.
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You must use the appropriate wire gauge based on the length of the extension.
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Extension length |
Minimum wire gauge |
Optimal wire gauge |
|---|---|---|
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0 to 3 m (0 to 10 ft. ) |
6 AWG (16 mm2) |
6 AWG (16 mm2) |
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3 to 4.6 m (10 to 20 ft.) |
6 AWG (16 mm2) |
4 AWG (25 mm2) |
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4.6 to 9.1 m (20 to 30 ft.) |
6 AWG (16 mm2) |
2 AWG (35 mm2) |