Installation Precautions
Before beginning the installation of the amplifier, read the following precautions carefully. Failure to heed these warn- ings could result in personal injury or
damage to property.
•The GTS 100 should be installed only in vehicles that have
•Before beginning the installation, dis- connect the negative (ground) cable from the vehicle’s battery. This will prevent accidental short circuits while working on the installation. Reconnect the cable only after the installation is complete and the wiring has been carefully checked to be sure there are no exposed wires or short circuits and everything is properly and securely connected. Note: If the vehi- cle’s radio features a code type secu- rity system, make certain you know the code before disconnecting the battery!
•Work in an area that is well ventilated.
•Wear eye protection whenever cut- ting, drilling or filing any parts of the vehicle.
•Wear ear protection when using high speed drills, saws, sanders, or grinders. We want you to be able to enjoy the system once it is installed.
•Before cutting or drilling any holes in the vehicle, inspect the area carefully to be sure there are no electrical
wires, hydraulic brake lines, fuel lines, or fuel tanks that may be dam- aged while doing so. Such compo- nents may be hidden within double walled panels or structural mem- bers of the vehicle, so be extremely cautious.
•Do not bypass or modify the fuse on the chassis of the amplifier. Do not replace the fuse with one rated for higher current levels. Doing so could result in damage to the amplifier and the vehicle’s electrical system. Repeated blowing of the power supply fuse indicates a fault within the amplifier or problems in the installation.
•An additional power supply fuse (not included) should be located as close as possible to the battery on the +12V wire to minimize the chance of electrical system damage or fire in the event of a short circuit in the power supply wire.
Physical Installation
There are several factors to consider when selecting a mounting location for the GTS100.
•It must be solidly mounted in a place where it will not be subjected to excessive shock and vibration.
•Under no circumstances should the amplifier be mounted where it will be exposed to moisture or extreme heat.
•Try to mount the amplifier where the main +12 volt power supply wire, which must be connected directly to the battery, can be kept relatively short.
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