Light for Life 5.11 Tactical Series Hardwiring Instructions

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Hardwiring Instructions

Important Notice:

This product requires very low resistance
connections. Most rechargeable products do
not require the same low resistance connections
because their power consumption is very low
during charging. The 5.11 Light for Life® charges
at 65 watts, and it is very important to follow these
directions. All connections need to be soldered
and crimped in order to reduce resistance in all
connections.

The base cigarette plug contains an 8 amp fast-blow
fuse that protects your vehicle’s electrical system.
If the fuse in the cigarette plug fails, there is likely
an issue with the base or flashlight, in which case
you should call customer service at 1-888-511-4LFL
(4535).

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5.11 Light For Life® Hardwiring Instructions

If you plan to hardwire the base into the car, the
following instructions should be followed.

Do not hardwire the base without an 8 amp
fast-blow in-line fuse.

Do not splice into existing ground or power
wires.

Do not share crimp connectors with any other
electrical device.

Do not use multiple butt connectors on a single
run of wire.

The base positive wire should exist on its own
fuse. Do not share power with other devices.

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Your hardwire kit should contain the following:

(1) - 8 amp 3AG 1¼” x ¼” fast-blow fuse.
Littelfuse part number 0314008.HXP

(1) – 1¼” x ¼” in-line fuse holder with #14 AWG
wire leads. Littelfuse part number 01500079Z

(1) – Step-down butt connector for #14 AWG
to #18 AWG. Crimp, solder, and heat shrink
style. National Standard Parts part number
ML56-16.

(1) – #18 AWG ¼” stud ring terminal. National
Standard Parts part number ML116-14

(1) – #14 AWG #8 stud spade terminal. National
Standard Parts part number ML214-08

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