User's Manual

11INSTALLATION
GENERAL CABLING GUIDANCE
Cable Types and Length
• It is important to use cables of the appropriate type and length.
• Unless otherwise stated, only use cables supplied by SIONYX.
• Ensure that any non-SIONYX cables are of the correct quality and gauge.
For example, longer power cable runs may require larger wire gauges to
minimize voltage drop along the run.
Routing Cables
Cables must be routed correctly, to maximize performance and prolong cable
life.
• Do NOT bend cables excessively. Wherever possible, ensure a minimum
bend diameter of 200 mm (8 in) / minimum bend radius of 100 mm (4 in).
• Protect all cables from physical damage and exposure to heat. Use trunking
or conduit where possible. Do NOT run cables through bilges or doorways,
or close to moving or hot objects.
• Secure cables in place using tie-wraps or lacing twine. Coil any extra cable
and tie it out of the way.
• Where a cable passes through an exposed bulkhead or deckhead, use a
suitable watertight feed- through.
• Do NOT run cables near engines or fluorescent lights.
• Always route data cables as far away as possible from other equipment and
cables, high current carrying AC and DC power lines, and antennas.