Flex-a-Lite 31143 User manual

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98143 Rev. 01-22-14
1. Determine mounting position for the switch. Look for
a at section of panel that is easily accessible from the
driver’s seat to activate.
2. Check to make sure there are no wires or
electronics directly behind this area. You will also need
a minimum depth clearance of 1-3/4”to clear the switch
body and the wires to attach.
The Flex-a-lite illuminated 3-way switch allows for
in-vehicle control of your fan. By directly connected
to the pins located on the controller, you can shut
your fan o during water crossings, or keep the fan
running at 100% power for towing up steep roads.
3. Mark o a rectangular hole 1-1/2”Tall x 7/8”Wide with
masking tape where you plan to mount the switch. If
you can remove this panel from the vehicle, cutting this
hole will be easier. Drill the corners of the marked
rectangle and remove the remaining material with a
small cutting blade and a le. Make sure the hole is clear
of any loose material or sharp lings.
3. Strip one end of the included red
wire (black wire for part #31149
controller). Crimp an insulated ag
terminal to the wire.
4. Find a suitable location in the
rewall of the vehicle to pass these 4
wires through. If drilling, make sure
to use a grommet on the rewall to
prevent abrasive damage to the wire.
NOTE: If using the 3-way switch
with Flex-a-lite® Cooling Control
Module Part #31149, Turn page
over for wiring diagrams.
1. Connect wires to back of plug and wire to VSC as
shown in diagram below. (FIg. 2)
NOTE: The loop from pin 2 to 5 represents the jumper
lead produced in FIg. 1.
2. Secure and cut all wires to length before connecting
to the VSC. Ring terminals are provided if you choose to
connect 12V power and ground directly to the battery.
#31143 Illuminated 3-Way Switch Kit Create Switch Mount Location
1. Cut a small (~2”) segment o of included black wire.
Strip both ends of the wire and one end of the wire that
was cut from. Twist one end of the small segment to the
long wire, and crimp 2 of the included insulated ag
terminals to the exposed end. (Fig. 1)
NOTE: If using Cooling Control Module Part #31149,
apply previous step to the red wire.
2. Strip one end on both the orange and green wires.
Crimp an insulated ag terminal to each.
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Prep & Run Wires
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Install & Test
Fig. 1
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Fig. 2
3. After connecting all wires, conrm the function of
the switch. When the blue light is active on the switch
the fan should be in Manual ON mode. When the red
light is active on the switch the fan should be in Manual
OFF mode. Conrm Manual OFF by rst allowing your
vehicle warm up. Activate the switch when your fan
begins normally cycling from the temp probe readings.

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98143 Rev. 01-22-14
1. Refer to Sections 1 & 2 on the reverse side for switch
mount location and information on the wires. A jump wire
should be made with the red wire and two ag terminals
in order to work with the Cooling Control Module part
#31149.
NOTE: If wiring the 3-way switch for use with a VSC,
follow all directions on reverse side.
The Flex-a-lite illuminated 3-way switch allows for
in-vehicle control of your fan. By directly connected
to the pins located on the controller, you can shut
your fan o during water crossings, or keep the fan
running at 100% power for towing up steep roads.
1. Connect wires to back of plug and wire to Cooling
Control Module as shown below.
NOTE: The loop from pin 7 to 5 represents the jumper
lead produced in FIg. 1 on the reverse side.
#31143 Illuminated 3-Way Switch Kit Create Switch Mount Location / Prep & Run Wires
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Install & Test
Register your product for warranty at
http://automotive.ex-a-lite.com/warranty-registration/
Enjoy your Flex-a-lite performance cooling product!
If you need further assistance, please contact tech services
at 253-922-2700 M-F 8:00am-5:00pm PST.
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The Flex-a-lite Limited Warranty
Flex-a-lite Consolidated, 7009-45th St. Ct. E. Fife, WA 98424,Telephone No. 253-922-2700,
warrants to the original purchasing user, that all Flex-a-lite products to be free of defects
in material and workmanship for a period of 365 days (1 year) from date of purchase.
Flex-a-lite products failing within 365 days (1 year) from date of purchase may be returned
to the factory through the point of purchase, transportation charges prepaid. If, on
inspection, cause of failure is determined to be defective material or workmanship
and not by misuse, accidental or improper installation, Flex-a-lite will replace the fan
free of charge, transportation prepaid. Flex-a-lite will not be liable for incidental,
progressive or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may have
other rights, which vary from state to state. The Flex-a-lite warranty is in compliance with
the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act of 1975.
2. After connecting all wires, conrm the function of the
switch. When the blue light is active on the switch the
fan should be in Manual ON mode. When the red light
is active on the switch the fan should be in Manual OFF
mode. Conrm Manual OFF by rst allowing your vehicle
warm up. Activate the switch when your fan begins nor-
mally cycling from the temp probe readings.
CLOSEUP SWITCH PINS
2 - Ground
4 - Manual OFF
6 - Manual ON
7 - 12 Volt Source
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