Mounting the VCM100

Instructions for mounting the VCM100.

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Before mounting the unit, ensure that you have:

  • Selected a suitable location, based on the location requirements found in this document. For further information, refer to:

Important

The VCM100 is splashproof, and suitable for mounting below decks only.

  • Identified the cable connections and route that the cables will take.

Important

Do NOT connect any cables to the power supply until the following steps have been completed.

  1. Check the selected location for the unit. The VCM100 requires a clear, flat, vertical surface with suitable space for routing the cables below the unit.
  2. Hold the VCM100 in place at the required mounting location.
  3. Using a pencil, mark the drilling area inside the mounting lug on each side of the VCM100 unit.
  4. Using a 3 mm (0.1 in) drill bit, drill holes at the marked locations.
  5. Using a suitable screwdriver, screw the self-tapping mounting screws approximately halfway into the drilled holes.
  6. Align the VCM100 mounting lugs with the drill holes.
  7. Place the VCM100 into position, and ensure that the VCM100 slides down into position.
  8. Secure the VCM100 by fully tightening the screws.
  9. Connect the cables, according to the instructions provided in this document.
  10. Hold the cable clamp in place over the cables, approximately 50 mm (2 in) below the mounted VCM100 unit.
  11. Using a pencil, mark the drilling area inside each mounting bracket hole.

    Ensure that the cables do NOT cover the holes.

  12. Using a 3 mm (0.1 in) drill bit, drill a hole through the pencil marks.
  13. Hold the cable clamp in place, each hole aligned with the drill holes.
  14. Using a suitable screwdriver, screw the self-tapping mounting screws through the bracket holes, into the drilled holes.