Changing 2amp fuse to 10amp ok? Pro Ride

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fuledya

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I ordered a usb charger for my phone from RSI that is a plug and play that plugs into the accessory plug under the headlight. The instructions came with a 10 amp fuse to replace the oem 2amp fuse. Rumor is to not mess with the fuse can anyone verify this?

 

BILTIT

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It is highly recommended you Do NOT change the fuse to a higher value. Try it with the 2A fuse and see if it works. Or calculate what amperage draw it will have and see if the 2A will be enough.

 

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fuledya

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Should I contact RSI?

 

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Never increase the amperage of a fuse unless you want to see damage to wiring and other more expensive components. I would not trust any manufacturer that made such a suggestion!

 

cascadesnowjunky

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There is no wiring under the hood of my pro that would take 10 amps. I definitely would not do it, not to mention pretty much anything you would plug into a usb port will be measured in milliamps not amps anyway.