Installation manual

• Pre-Installation Electrical Checklist (cont.):
– For proper operation of the F-RAMS
®
system, the truck electrical system must meet
the following requirements.
• Battery terminals and cables must be in good condition with clean, corrosion free connections.
• Battery must be charged in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
• Alternator output must meet total truck demand under normal use ( i.e. lights,heater,radio,hose
reel, lifts etc.) F-RAMS
®
requires a minimum of 5 Amps for proper operation. Typical
alternator size should be 90 Amps. (Minimum alternator size should not be less than 70
Pre-Installation Checklist
alternator size should be 90 Amps. (Minimum alternator size should not be less than 70
Amps)
• If a history of truck electrical problems has been indicated, corrective action must be taken
prior to F-RAMS
®
installation.
• Inspect all truck electrical/electronic (radios, etc.) equipment, including ignition and accessory
lines, as well as wiring for proper installation.
• Ensure a negative ground system exists on the truck.
• Ensure that the radio antenna has been installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s
specification to prevent RF interference.