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OceanLED INSTALL / AMPHIBIANS / 053014 / v4.2
Chapter 2: Installation
Note
: OceanLED makes every effort to protect our marine and fresh water
environment as well as our natural resources. Please take care to keep packaging away from
and out of the water by ensuring loose packaging materials are secured and not susceptible
to being blown into the water. Please recycle all packaging materials as the sustainability of our
environment is everyone's responsibility.
2.1 - Through the hull light installation
WARNING
: There are several different hull types most are either solid fiberglass or cored. Be sure you
follow the correct procedures for the hull you are preparing since all require different preparation methods.
We will cover the two most common types below. If in doubt please contact your local OceanLED
representative or the boat manufacturer for assistance.
WARNING
: Please check all components prior to installation. If there is any damage to connectors, cables,
and/or any other component, please notify OceanLED BEFORE installation. Failure to notify OceanLED of
damage in transit prior to installation will lead to violation of warranty.
WARNING
:
Light is for mounting directly to a flat surface on the hull, with the cable passing through
a 3/8" (9mm) hole in the hull.
Do not submerse your cable in water; cable and connections exposed to
underwater submersion will not be covered by warranty. Mounting the light in any other configuration,
other than those described in this guide, will invalidate its warranty.
Preparing a Solid Fiberglass Hull
TIP
: Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask.
1.
Drill a 3mm / 1/8" pilot hole perpendicular to the waterline from inside the hull. If there is a rib, strut,
or other hull irregularity near the selected mounting location, this will need to be taken into account
in the planning phase and the location adjusted accordingly, or the obstruction safely removed or
modified. If the pilot hole is found to be drilled in the wrong location, drill a second hole in a better
location and repair first pilot hole.
2.
Using a 10mm / 5/16” drill, make the mounting hole from outside the hull. Be sure to hold the drill
‘plumb’, so the hole will be perpendicular to the water surface.
3.
Sand the area around the hole using a heavy grit sandpaper to remove the previous bottom paint
and to ensure that the sealant will adhere properly to the hull. If there is any petroleum residue
inside the hull, remove it with acetone before sanding.
4.
Place light fixture into position. Mark the screw hole position and pilot drill using correct sized drill
bit for included screws. (Note: A12/A12PRO screws differ in size from other Amphibian models.)
5.
Always dry fit units before applying any sealant. Re-tap holes if necessary.
