Carson Manufacturing Co., Inc.
5451 North Rural Street
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Phone: (888) 577-6877 Fax: (317) 254-2667
HA-150-10
WATERPROOF
HORN AMPLIFIER
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
This product is legal in most states.
Please consult your state/local vehicle codes to ensure compliance with vehicle horn regulations.
Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.
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MOUNTING
The unit is waterproof and may be located under hood in the engine compartment or other areas.
Allow clearance for wiring. Inspect behind mounting area for clearance.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Electrical connections to the unit are made using butt splices (not supplied). The butt splices
need to be waterproof when unit is mounted under hood or other weather susceptible areas.
A
label on the unit identifies each lead function. The power supply of the unit must be capable of
delivering peak currents up to 50 amps for adequate short circuit protection and reliable operation.
The unit is provided with an in-line fuse.
Failure to adequately crimp splices can result in improper operation or burning the wire.
Wire Size and Termination - The diagram shows the minimum wire size used for each connec-
tion, along with recommended lead color. If the wire is longer than 15 ft. use the next larger wire
size. Use only high quality crimp connectors for installation on the vehicle.
NOTE: Permanent disconnection of the vehicle horn is NOT recommended.
Horn
Circuit
HORN RLY
Vehicle
Horn
Momentary
SPST
+VDC
Amplifier Power
Connection Examples
Switch
Splice
+VDC
Added
SPDT
Switch
+VDC
Assumes Power is +VDC
Added
Relay
May be powered with
-VDC instead, just change
to -VDC and Amp NEG in
diagrams.
Note:
Vehicle
Horn
To
Amp POS
Vehicle horn
will also sound
To Amp POS
To Amp POS
#16G RED to +VDC
#18G BRN
#16G BLK to -VDC
#18G BRN
Waterproof butt splices
for under hood install
Match lead colors
coming from unit
In-line fuseholder
with 15A
Automotive Type Fuse
OPERATION
As soon as power is applied, the unit produces a simulated air horn sound and the power indica-
tor lights up. The power indicator is located on the same surface where wires emerge from unit.
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SERVICE
This unit is designed to provide years of reliable service under even the worst conditions. Many
times there may appear to be a problem with the unit when the true problem is in the speaker or
improper installation. The following chart shows typical symptoms and possible causes.
A blown in-line fuse doesn't necessarily mean that the unit is bad. If a speaker or speaker lead is
shorted the fuse will blow before the unit is damaged. Disconnect the speaker leads and replace
the fuse. If the power indicator light on the unit comes on with power applied it is OK. Check the
speaker or leads for possible shorting.
PROBLEMS
Symptom
Possible Cause
Power not applied
Connections loose
In-line fuse blown
Check
No power or
output
Is the power indicator light coming on?
Is an external fuse or circuit breaker used?
Are the negative leads connected to a good ground?
Loose connection at power source
Bad speaker
Try another speaker.
Distorted sound Speaker assembly loose
Low vehicle voltage
Intermittent tone Connections loose
Bad power connection
Is the speaker bell or tip loose?
Input voltage must be greater than lowest rated voltage.
Are the splice connections tight on the unit?
Is there a loose connection on a power lead?
Circuit breaker in supply connection Is a circuit breaker used with at least a 50A rating?
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
The following parts and accessories are available from Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc.:
Part
CP4990-150
Description
Fuse, 15 Amp Mini Automotive
Accessory
Description
* - standard accessory supplied with unit
CP5050
*
Manual, HA-150-10 Instruction
RETURN
If you have any questions concerning this or any other Carson product, please contact our Tech-
nical Service Department at (888) 577-6877. Many issues can be handled over the phone. We
can also be reached via e-mail at [email protected]
If a product must be returned for any reason, please contact our Technical Service Department to
obtain a Returned Merchandise Authorization number (RMA#) before you ship the product to
Carson. Please write the RMA# clearly on the package near the mailing label. Be sure to provide
a return address, contact and phone number, along with a brief description of the problem.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Carson Manufacturing Company, Inc. warrants this new product to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use
and service, for a period of five (5) years from the date of delivery to the first user-purchaser.
During this warranty period the obligation of Carson Manufacturing is limited to repairing or replacing, as Carson Manufacturing may elect,
any part or parts of such product which after examination by Carson Manufacturing is determined to be defective in material and/or
workmanship.
This warranty does not cover labor charges for removal or re-installation of the product. Fuses and lamps are not covered under this
warranty.
This warranty does not extend to any unit that has been subjected to abuse, misuse, improper installation or which has not been ade-
quately maintained, nor to units which have problems related to service or modification at any facility other than the manufacturer.
THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL CARSON MANUFACTURING COM-
PANY, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR ANY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY
SUCH DEFECT IN MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP.
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