Pioneer GM-3500T: Installation

Section

04

Installation

! The optimal installation location differs de-

Before installing the amplifier

pending on the car model. Secure the ampli-

WARNING

fier at a sufficiently rigid location.

! To ensure proper installation, use the supplied

! Firstly make temporary connections and

parts in the manner specified. If any parts

check to ensure the amplifier and system op-

other than those supplied are used, they may

erate properly.

damage internal parts of the amplifier, or be-

! After installing the amplifier, confirm that the

come loose causing the amplifier to shut

spare tire, jack and tools can be easily re-

down.

moved.

! Do not install in:

— Places where it could injure the driver or

passengers if the vehicle stops suddenly.

Example of installation on

— Places where it may interfere with the dri-

the floor mat or chassis

ver, such as on the floor in front of the dri-

ver’s seat.

1 Place the amplifier in the desired instal-

! Install tapping screws in such a way that the

lation location.

screw tip does not touch any wire. This is im-

Insert the supplied tapping screws (4 mm ×

portant to prevent wires from being cut by vi-

18 mm) into the screw holes and push on the

bration of the car, which can result in fire.

screws with a screwdriver so they make an im-

! Make sure that wires do not get caught in the

print where the installation holes are to be lo-

sliding mechanism of the seats or touch the

cated.

legs of a person in the vehicle as short-circuit

2 Drill 2.5 mm diameter holes at the im-

may result.

prints either on the carpet or directly on

! When drilling to install the amplifier, always

the chassis.

confirm no parts are behind the panel and

protect all cables and important equipment (e.

3 Install the amplifier with the use of

g. fuel/brake lines, wiring) from damage.

supplied tapping screws (4 mm × 18 mm).

CAUTION

! To ensure proper heat dissipation of the ampli-

fier, ensure the following during installation:

— Allow adequate space above the amplifier

for proper ventilation.

— Do not cover the amplifier with a floor mat

or carpet.

! Protection function may activate to protect the

amplifier against overheating due to installa-

tion in locations where sufficient heat cannot

be dissipated, continuous use under high-vo-

lume conditions, etc. In such cases, the am-

plifier shuts down until it has cooled to a

certain designated temperature.

1 Tapping-screws (4 mm × 18 mm)

! Avoid routing wires through hot areas, such

2 Drill a 2.5 mm diameter hole

as near the heater outlet. Heat may damage

3 Floor mat or chassis

the insulation, resulting in a short-circuit

through the vehicle body.

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