HOT GRIPS 575-875-ATV - Manual (Page 2)

throttle lever, then you can proceed to use the epoxy. Mix the epoxy per the manufacturer's instructions. It is impor-
tant to mix in the correct ratio or the epoxy will be weakened. Use a long slender object such as a pencil to get the
epoxy spread evenly on the exterior of the grip, BUT NOT INSIDE THE GRIP. The pencil can be rolled around the
handlebar to ensure the layer of epoxy is even or uniform thickness. DO NOT PUT EPOXY IN THE GRIP INTERI-
OR , instead allow the epoxy on the handlebar to find its way inside the grip as it is pushed on. The epoxy will mesh
with the inside ribs, locking the grip in place once the epoxy cures. While aligning the external lead wires where
you want them, push the grip on the handlebar fully, and you should clear away epoxy as it is slid on if it builds up
excessively as the grip moves fully into position.
Again make sure you have clearance for your levers and thumb throttle movement so no interference will exist. This
is extremely important, since once the epoxy cures, you won't be able to adjust later. If you are in a hurry for it to
cure, it is OK to quicken the cure by temporarily wiring the two grips in "parallel" as shown in our wiring diagram,
and applying 12 volts using a car battery or battery charger capable of at least 3 amps. 45 minutes will do it, and
do not leave the grips heated unattended. Let it cool for another 15-20 minutes. That heat will have accelerated
the cure from the normal 6-8 hours down to about an hour. If the epoxy hasn't cured you may need to give it heat
again. If the second time doesn't cure it, then you probably mixed the epoxy in the wrong ratio, which prevents the
epoxy from curing. Do not test the epoxy bond while it is curing by twisting the grip. If you want to check if the epoxy
had cured, check it at the area where a tiny amount of epoxy has squeezed out next to the inboard end of the grip.
Wait until the epoxy is very hard.
Follow similar instructions above when installing the other grip.
WIRING: Follow our wiring diagram, there is no polarity to the two external wires coming from each grip, no posi-
tive nor negative. IMPORTANT: These models are wired in "Parallel", meaning each grip gets 12 volts. Your ground
connection is important, so scrape the paint off immediately under the contact point you make. Ground shouldn't be
to the handlebars since some are rubber mounted and perhaps electrically isolated from your system. The two Hot
Grips® must be wired in "parallel". Connect one of the two conductors from each grip to positive 12 volts coming off
the switch as illustrated, and each remaining wire to ground. Pilot light (not supplied with kit) is Radio Shack item
and can be installed if you want it. #272-345 or #272-334A or #272-331C. Wire it for 12 v. in parallel as indicated
(see dotted line) and ground one of the leads of the pilot lamp.
SWITCH: Locate a suitable site for your switch and drill a 1/2" or 13 mm hole in a safe convenient location that
does not interfere with anything on the ATV. In some cases you will have to improvise a mounting area.
RESISTOR: Mount the resistor securely in an area where it can give off some heat, since it warms up during "low"
heat operation, not on plastic as it may damage lower temperature plastics. Ideally mount it on a "pad" of silicone
sealant on a metal area and mount it in open air. Secure it with c
ommon nylon wire ties as nylon can take the heat.
The resistor may be located any distance away from the switch or grips, however do not leave the resistor dangling
by it's lead wires, or they will eventually fail. You can use any extra lead wire from the grips to wire the resistor.
Solder all connections as a precaution against copper oxidation in the future. Be sure no interference exists during
full range of handlebar motion. Use care in locating the lead wires to avoid wear.
POWER SOURCE: Many ATVs come with an accessory electrical terminal, Ask your dealer's service department
if in doubt. Often your owner's manual will include a wiring diagram, and may have information on where to obtain
power for accessories. In any case you will want a power source that does not remain "On
“ when the ignition key is
off.
F F FUSE: You should use a 4 or 5 amp fuse if there are other fuses on your electrical system (not included with this
kit.). (The grips normally will draw 2.5 to 3 amps on high). Wire into an accessory terminal if available or into a
power lead that will not be left "hot" or energized when the ignition is shut off. Otherwise
leaving the heated grips
on while the engine is off will drain the battery as quickly as if you left your headlight on. If your electrical system
doesn't use fuses to protect the headlights then you don't need them for the Hot Grips®.