The use of twisted pair interconnects is recommended for all
installations to minimize noise. When routing these cables
through the automobile, try to keep them away from factory
wiring harnesses and other power wiring. If you need to cross
any of this wiring do so at a 90 degree angle to reduce the
potential of alternator noise and electrical interference.
When working with power connections it is always
recommended that you disconnect the battery to prevent
accidents.
Installation
Signal can be input into the amplifier using either the low level
RCA input connections or the high level (speaker level) input
connections. Using the low level RCA connections is the
preferred method. Use the high level inputs only if your source
unit does not have low level RCA type outputs. Connecting to the
amp with either input connection will provide a low level signal at
the output (PAST) RCA jacks.
Wiring
The ground should be connected to the amplifier first before
making any of the other connections. This wire should be as
short as possible (24 inches or less) and connected to a paint-
and corrosion-free solid metal area of the car’s chassis. Use the
same gauge wire as recommended for the amplifier’s power
connection to the battery. Adding an additional ground wire
between the car battery’s negative post and the car chassis of
this same gauge (or larger) is also recommended.
If you ever need to remove the amplifier from the vehicle after
it has been installed, the ground wire should be the last wire
disconnected from the amplifier--just the opposite as when you
installed it.
A fuse must be installed within 18 inches of the battery to
protect the power wire feeding your amplifier. This fuse should be
of at least the same value used in the amplifier but no higher
than the capacity of the wire. See the chart below for wire size
and fusing recommendations.
Model Fuse Size Wire Size
KX350.2 50A 8 GA
KX450.2 60A 4 GA
KX550.2 70A 4 GA
KX850.2 120A 2 GA
Note: To get the best performance from your new Kicker Amplifier,
we recommend using genuine Kicker Accessories and Wiring.
