Kicker 07 WX 10000-1 manuel dutilisation Configuration, Installation, Power Hood Wire Guide

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2.Wiring Before wiring the Warhorse amplifier, disconnect the vehicle’s batteries to avoid an electrical short. Eight (8) identical, high-quality, 800-cold-cranking-ampere (cca), 12-volt batteries are recommended to power the WX amplifier. All power and ground wires should be as short as possible and utilize 1/0 gauge wire. Remove the wire guide and power hood from the amplifier as shown in Figure 3. Connect three (3) ground wires from the amplifier’s negative power connector to the negative terminals of three (3) batteries in the battery network.

Caution The Kicker WX amplifier outputs extremely high voltage signals from the voice coil (speaker) outputs and can cause serious injury or death from electrocution. It is imperative to read the manual carefully and follow all of the recommended safety precautions before installing the WX amplifier.

ModelWX10000.1 Fuse Three (3) x 250 Ampere PowerGroundWire Three (3) x 1/0 Gauge

From two (2) of the batteries in the battery network, connect 1/0 gauge ground wire from the negative terminals of the batteries to a paint-free and corrosion-free solid-metal area of the vehicle's chassis. Make the ground wires short, 18” (45cm) or less. To reduce noise, make sure the ground wires connect to the same piece of metal and are within 18” (45cm) of each other.

Figure 4

Warning: This amplifier is not like anything you have ever hooked up before. Pay close attention to the wiring diagrams in this manual. Improper connections will damage the amplifier.

With the control panel shield removed, connect a twisted pair of RCA (low-level) interconnect cable, carrying the incoming audio signal, to the RCA inputs on the amplifier. Connect the speaker wires to the supplied AndersonTM connectors. Use 8 gauge wire and strip 9/16” (14mm) from the end being inserted into the metal contacts. See Figure 5. The wire should be secured by placing the metal contact into a vise and melting solder inside the metal contact. Then, insert the stripped wire into the molten solder within the contact. Do not use acid core solder.

The Warhorse amplifier requires at least two (2) 200-ampere-output-capacity alternators. For each alternator, connect a 250 ampere fuse within 18” (45cm) of each alternator and a second 250 ampere fuse within 18” (45cm) of the battery network. Without adequate charging capability, the WX amplifier can draw enough current to shut down your vehicle’s computer system. This may adversely affect your ability to control your vehicle. See Figure 4.

Eight (8) identical, high- quality, 800-cca, 12-volt batteries are recommended for optimum performance.

Without adequate

charging capability, the WX amplifier can draw enough current to shut down your vehicle’s computer system. This may adversely affect your ability to control your vehicle.

(45cm) 18" or less

250 ampere

fuse

(45cm)

+12V

+12V

+12V

+12V

		250 ampere
		fuse
18"	oOr lessL		(45cm) 18"	oOr lessL

+12V

+12V

+12V

+12V

ANL fuse holder
contains three (3) 250
ampere fuses. The fuse
holder should be
installed within 18” of
battery network.			250 ampere				250 ampere
(45cm)		or less	fuse	(45cm)		or less	fuse
	18"				18"

At least two (2) 200-ampere alternators are required to power the Warhorse amplifier.

CONFIGURATION

The three (3) positive 1/0 gauge power wires should be the last wires connected in the installation. Install a Kicker three (3) gang ANL fuse holder (not incuded) within 18” (45cm) of the battery network and in-line with the three (3) power cables connected to the amplifier’s positive power connector. Improper connections will damage the amplifier and/or cause serious injury or death. If you ever need to remove the amplifier from the vehicle after it has been installed, the ground wires should be the last wires disconnected from the amplifier, just the opposite as when you installed it. See Figure 4.

Figure 3

Power Hood

Wire Guide

Run two (2) ground wires from separate negative battery terminals. Ground wires should connect to vehicle chassis within 18” of each other.

Mount Amplifier within 48”	+
(122cm) of Battery Network

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Improper connections will damage the amplifier and/or cause serious injury or death. Be sure that all wiring is connected to the appropriate polarity.

INSTALLATION

If you have more questions about the installation or operation of your new KICKER product, see the Authorized KICKER Dealer where you made your purchase. For more advice on installation, click on the SUPPORT tab on the Kicker homepage, www.kicker.com. Choose the TECHNICAL SUPPORT tab, choose the product or subject you are interested in, and then view the corresponding information. Please E-mail support@kicker.com or call Technical Services (405) 624-8583 for unanswered or specific questions.

Note: To get the best performance from your new Kicker Amplifier, we recommend using genuine Kicker Accessories and Wiring. All specifications and performance figures are subject to change. Please visit the www.kicker.com for the most current information.

Positive Power	Negative Power
Connector	Connector

The WX amplifier outputs dangerous voltage levels from the voice coil (speaker) outputs and can cause serious injury or death from electrocution. Never contact the voice coil outputs, connect speakers, or contact speaker wires while the amplifier is turned on.

	Strip Wire
Figure 5	9/16” (14mm)	AndersonTM Connector
8 Gauge Speaker Wire
Secure wire to metal	Metal Contacts
contacts by soldering.

3. Configuration The following diagram shows the recommended mono configuration for your Kicker WX amplifier. The WX amplifier can only drive extremely high-power-rated, dual-voice coil speakers. We recommend using one or more Kicker SoloX Subwoofers. Each voice coil (speaker) output is rated at 2 ohms minimum.

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