User's Manual

14 VC5090 Vehicle Computer
5. Connect the red wire to the vehicle's positive power source. Connect
the black wire to the vehicle's negative power source. To terminate the
cable:
• If the vehicle has a power output connector, use a mating connector.
You may be able to connect to a fuse panel with a commercially
available connector.
• If the vehicle has no power output connector, use a ring terminal (for a
battery post) or blade terminal (for a fuse panel).
6. Connect the yellow wire to the vehicle's ignition switch. If you do not
plan on using the ignition switch connection, connect the yellow wire
to the vehicle’s positive power source.
See your vehicle Owner's Manual for more information.
7. Ensure the wiring connections created are sufficiently insulated from
each other.
8. Re-connect the vehicle battery.
9. Insert the power cable connector into the vehicle computer's Power
port. Align the keyway on the power connector with the notch on the
vehicle computer’s power port.
Electric Forklifts Up to 60V
WARNING! A lead acid battery can leak hydrogen gas. A spark
anywhere near the battery can cause it to explode.
Always make your final connection to power as far
away from the battery as possible, i.e., connect the
power cable to the battery first, then the vehicle
computer.