Is there any reason I would have issue if I mounted this switch straight up and down or another angle? As i do not have enough room to go sideways.
462094
I can't see why, we mounted ours a bit off because of the way our wires were. I can't recommend this product enough.
462095
That is the way I mounted my switch and I really do not think that the position makes a difference. It is a well made and quality product.
462096
You can mount it at any angle. You only need to open the screw slightly to break the circuit. It is a battery saver to say the least especially if you leave your vehicle parked for long periods.
462097
As the others have stated, any direction should be fine. I will add though, in my experience, it depends on the pressure of the cable. 1/4 turn typically works to disconnect as long as the cable isn't pushing the metal back together. I have this in a couple of trucks and I usually leave the key in the ignition and the door open to hear the buzzer so that I know when it has truly disconnected (neither vehicle has a hood light). Works like a charm though.
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I also had Aussie with room but u can angle this part , and it works very well!
462099
Shouldn't be a problem mounting it vertically. Whatever works for you. I have mine mounted horizontally because my trolling motor batteries have extra terminals that easily fit the device. If you question the way it works like I did, then checking the switch with an ohmmeter is what I did. Works great. The switch that is....
462100
the switch is mechanical. you can mount it in any direction. it will not effect the operation. Alan
1288820
Yes, but you may have to bend some of the house electrical wires in the box to move them out of the way. The back side of this thing takes up more space than a regular toggle switch. Bending the wires out of the way did the trick for me. Just make sure the power is off to both switches when messing with the wires and it should be no problem.
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I suppose you could do that - but it seems to me that the company makes two version of the switch - one vertical (if you have lots of clearance between the battery and the hood) - and the horizontal version - when the clearance is questionable - seems like a lot of work - if you already have the horizontal version - I suppose you could could try to make it vertical, but if it doesn't work - then you've just spent a chunk on change on something that now is just a piece of recyclable metal part. good luck!
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I think this would work. These switches need more than a normal switch, but if you had a standard single-pole switch you should have enough room.HOWEVER - I attempted to install TWO of these switches in a double-gang box - this does not fit. I had to use a triple-gang and leave a space.But I think with a standard switch you would be fine.
1766711
yes - if you use a rack - you can get a smaller rack to mount the switch - this switch came with "wings" that attach to the sides of the switch and those wings attach to the rack.
2176314
I used a strong double sided tape, which was red in color and I think made by Loctite. The switch had no mounting holes to screw it down. The switch is light weight and the double sided tape is plenty strong, I only used about 1/2" square of it and it is strong enough that when I adjust the light output the switch does not move or turn.
574268
I own the exact same switch and I've found for some reason if its not screwed tight all the way together it has connection issues and the switches won't always work..your better off just buying a 1 in. Switch to fit your handle bars..
1641696
It shouldn't be a problem. I have two bolted together for extra extension, and the second guy is mounted upside down into the first guy... Works great. Use the allen socket bolts included, ditch the thumb screws though.
57666
You should be able to mount it any distance. Some older cutoff switches were mounted directly to the battery post.
406725
Hi blugirl. That's a good question. That would depend on how close the switches are, but yes there's a possibility that would happen. We suggest you set them farther apart from each other as much as possible.
717314
It should work fine if you use a small riser (utg low/medium profile should work well). You can also move it slightly forward so the switch will clear the grip (the key may not fit onto the rail but you can clamp it tight enough to stay). Placing it on the side is an option also. See my pictures in the gallery for examples of those.
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No, not enough room in the box. You would have to cut drywall and replace with a larger one. This switch needs a whole single and a deep one at that.
1296185
It's possible if you mount it to the rear that there will be interference. I mount mine slightly forward for preference and it's fine. If you don't have room to move it around then the side rails will probably interfere.
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Yes, I think it would be fine. As another has noted, it will be slanted back a little bit. I have a few 19" switches in mine and it's pretty steady.
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We use a rack for servers, firewall, UPS, etc. The switch has met expectations - no problems - excellent performance.It's so small [11.5"w x 7"d x 2"h], weight est. 3 lb, that we don't mount it... It just sits on a "shelf" in the rack.Heat grids are on the sides, so as long as it's not over a strong heat source, it has been AOK. Don't have a rack kit.
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The switch is not easily accessible when hanging on the wall. It's overall location is on the lower half of one of the flat sides right in the middle. Just about where the thumb is in the picture. When hung on the wall that's the side that faces the ceiling / wall. Don't hang it too high.
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I am not sure. I gave it as a gift and haven't heard of any difficulties mounting the board. Sorry I can't be any help.