Maxon BMR Series - Step 9: Ground Pump to Vehicle Frame

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STEP 9 - GROUND PUMP TO VEHICLE FRAME
FIG. 58-1
GROUND
CABLE
PUMP
BOX
FIG. 58-1A
GROUND
STUD
NOTE: Make sure the Liftgate power unit, all batteries on the vehicle for power
unit, and taillights on Liftgate are connected correctly to a common ground.
2. Extend the ground cable to reach vehicle frame (FIG. 58-1B) without putting ten-
sion on cable (after connection). Connect to an existing grounding point if available.
4. Bolt ground cable terminal lug (FIG. 58-1A) to vehicle frame as shown in FIG. 58-1B.
3. If necessary, drill a 11/32” (0.343”) hole in vehicle frame for bolting the ground
cable terminal lug (FIG. 58-1B).
NUT
FIG. 58-1B
TERMINAL LUG
(GROUND CABLE)
5/16” FLAT
WASHER
VEHICLE CHASSIS
(TRUCK FRAME SHOWN)
5/16"-18 X 1" LG.
CAP SCREW
BARE
METAL
1. Bolt ground cable to the ground stud on pump box (FIG. 58-1).
NOTE: If there is an existing grounding point on truck frame, use it to connect
ground cable and skip the step for drilling a hole.
LOCK
NUT
FLAT
WASHER
NOTE: • Before connecting ground cable to frame, clean connection point on the
frame down to bare metal.
• After connecting ground cable, MAXON recommends sealing the ground
connection with galvanized coating for galvanized surfaces, or black paint
for painted surfaces.