Blue Sea 8242 Shunt Adapter for DC Digital Ammeter

The Shunt Shifter is an essential component for marine and boating electrical systems, ensuring accurate amperage readings by seamlessly adapting your DC digital ammeter. Designed specifically for use with Blue Sea Systems 8255 Digital Meter Shunt, this device enhances the functionality of your boat's electrical monitoring system.

Product Features

• Optimized Ammeter Calibration: The Shunt Shifter adapts the DC digital ammeter's positive side shunt applications, perfect for alternator measurements and precise power monitoring.
• Seamless Compatibility: Engineered to work flawlessly with the Blue Sea Systems 8255 Digital Meter Shunt, ensuring reliable performance in marine environments.
• Advanced Shifting Technology: Utilizes cutting-edge technology to shift the shunt's positive reference to negative as required by digital meters, enhancing measurement accuracy.
• Easy Installation: Installs directly onto the existing shunt using your boat's existing sense screws, simplifying the upgrade process without the need for additional modifications.
• Versatile Voltage Support: Ideal for use with 12-36 Volt DC systems, making it suitable for a wide range of marine and boating electrical setups.
• Complete Hardware Included: Comes with all necessary hardware for a hassle-free installation, ensuring you have everything you need to get started.

Compatibility

The Shunt Shifter is compatible with:

• Blue Sea Systems 8255 Digital Meter Shunt
• 12-36 Volt DC marine electrical systems

Installation Instructions

1. Locate the existing shunt in your boat's electrical system.
2. Disconnect power to ensure safety before beginning the installation.
3. Attach the Shunt Shifter directly onto the shunt using the existing sense screws.
4. Ensure all connections are secure and free from corrosion.
5. Reconnect power and calibrate your digital ammeter as necessary.

Specifications

Voltage Range	12-36 Volt DC
Compatibility	Blue Sea Systems 8255 Digital Meter Shunt
Included Hardware	All necessary screws and mounting hardware

Safety Information

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Additional Resources

Owner's Manual (PDF)

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