Attwood 5550 installation instructions Mark Position for Fixed Base Light, Figure, Socket, Axle

All-Round Light

5550 Series LED Anti-Glare Fold-Down

and Fixed Base Lights

Installation Instructions

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Form Number 69428 Rev. A 07-10

Lights meet USCG CFR 183.810, ABYC A-16 requirements, and all applicable standards as tested by Immana Labs, 5/3/07. 2 Nautical Mile visibility.

CAUTION: Read all instructions carefully before installing and using this product. All positive (+12V DC) lighting wires require a 1-amp fuse to protect circuits and vessel. The aluminum light pole is not grounded. MAKE SURE POWER SOURCE IS 12-VOLT DC ONLY. HIGHER

2.Pivot the base axle out of its socket. Note position of the 2 wires in the base slot. Remove the horizontal base.

3.Insert wires through slot of the vertical base. Reassemble in reverse order.

Mark Position for Fixed Base Light, (Figure 3)

1.Place light in selected position.

2.Using the base as a template, mark the two mounting hole locations and one wire access hole. Proceed to “Install Light” below.

Figure 3

Figura 3

Mark Position for Fold-Down Light

1.Release cam-lock adjustment handle and adjust light to vertical position. (Figure 4)

2.Place light in selected position.

3.Use optional adaptors, if necessary, to allow installation on angled windshields.

4.Using the base as a template, mark the two mounting hole locations and one wire access hole. (Figure 5) Proceed to “Install Light” below.

VOLTAGE WILL DAMAGE LIGHT AND CIRCUITRY.

WARNING

To prevent injury, disconnect power when installing or servicing this product. Remove boat from water before using 120V power tools.

REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION

•Cordless drill; 1/8" and 3/8" (3 and 10mm) bits

•Marine-grade non-silicone sealant

•Phillips screwdriver

•Two #10 pan head stainless steel screws

•3-position switch (OFF/ON/ON)

•Fuse holder and fuse: 1-amp

•16-gauge wire

•Appropriate marine-grade wire connectors

LED Anti-GlareAll-Round Lights are designed for boats up to 39.4 feet (12m). It provides 360 degree controlled light output and 2-mile visibility while shielding the driver from on-board glare (Figure 1). Position the All-Round Light so its bulb is not less than one meter (39.4") above sidelights. If replacing an existing pole light, replace with a pole at least as long as the existing pole.

Mount the anti-glare light in a position so that:

Figure 4

Figura 4Locked

Verrouillé

Trabado

Unlocked

Déverrouillé

Destrabado

Horizontal Mount

Montage horizontal

Montaje horizontal

Figure 5

Figura 5Locked

Verrouillé

Trabado

Optional

Adaptor

Adaptateur

en option

Adaptador opcional

•Light output is flat and parallel to water when boat is floating.

•Light shines 360°, unobstructed.

•Light does not shine on operator, or reflect off any part of the boat in the operator’s field of vision.

Figure 1

Figura 1

One meter	39 3/8 po	39-3/8"
or 39-3/8"	(un mètre)	(un metro)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Bases are available for mounting on vertical or horizontal surfaces. Release the cam-lock adjustment handle to fold light or adjust to vertical position.

Change Base Type (If Required) on Fold-Down Base

Packaged versions of the light are shipped with the horizontal base installed. To switch to the vertical base:

1.Carefully remove the cam-lock screw and oblong washer. Set aside for reinstallation (Figure 2).

Figure 2

Figura 2

STEP 1	STEP 2	STEP 3
ÉTAPE 1	ÉTAPE 2	ÉTAPE 3	Socket
PASO 1	PASO 2	PASO 3
			Douille
			Portalámparas
			Axle
			Axe
			Eje

Cam-lock Screw	Horizontal Base	Vertical Base
and Oblong Washer	Base horizontale	Base verticale
Vis de serrage et	Base horizontal	Base vertical
rondelle oblongue		Feed Wires Thru
Tornillo con leva de		Insérez les fils à travers
fijación y arandela alargada		Pasar los cables

Unlocked	Optional
	Adaptor
Déverrouillé
	Adaptateur
Destrabado
	en option
Vertical Mount
Montage vertical	Adaptador
Montaje vertical	opcional

Install Light

CAUTION: Position wire access hole carefully, especially on aluminum boats, so that wires do not contact the hull.

1.Remove light from marked position. Drill two 1/8" (3mm) pilot holes for #10 screws. Drill one 3/8" (10mm) wire access hole.

2.Bring the two 16-gauge wires up through access hole.

3.Use marine-grade waterproof crimp connectors to connect gray wire to positive lead from 3-position switch. Connect (-) negative source to black wire and route to (-) negative terminal on battery.

4.Fasten light to deck with two #10 stainless steel pan head screws. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

Base Wiring

IMPORTANT: LED-based lights MUST be wired for correct polarity.

NOTE: Do not use light pole as a flagpole or handle.

OPERATION

After installation, check lights to verify proper operation. Regulations require lights to be operated with a three-position switch for:

1.Running lights (sidelights and all-round light);

2.Anchor lights (all-round light only);

3.Off.

ATTWOOD LIMITED 10-YEAR WARRANTY

Because of the longevity of Attwood’s LED lighting technology, Attwood offers a limited 10-year warranty on this LED lighting product. See Product Catalog or attwoodmarine.com for details.

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