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Electrical

Electrical - Table of Contents

Introduction

General

Manufacturer Requirements

Typical Wiring Diagrams

Figures & Tables

Appendix

Fuel Systems

Ventilation

Safe Loading

Flotation

Downloads

Electrical Systems

Manufacturer Requirements

FEDERAL LAW

183.425 - Conductors: General

(g) This section does not apply to communication systems; electronic navigation equipment; electronic circuits having current flow of less than one ampere; conductors which are totally inside an equipment housing; resistance conductors that control circuit amperage; high voltage secondary conductors and terminations that are in ignition systems; pigtails of less than seven inches of exposed length; and cranking motor conductors.

TO COMPLY WITH THE LAW

  • No conductor smaller than No. 16 AWG is used separately.
  • Any No. 18 AWG conductor used is protected in a suitable multiconductor sheath and does not extend out of this sheath more than 30 inches.

NOTE PERMITTED EXCEPTIONS in 183.425 (g)

FIGURE 19 - Permitted Conductor Size

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