I have a question about this so I can learn the reasoning behind the wiring system. This is not asked to start an argument or anything like that.
I blew the 1 amp fues on the switch module circuit board while doing upgrades to the avionics system. I installed the auto-pilot control module, knob module, ADS-B In and Out, connected the AOA, put two USB ports on the panel, and installed a Tosten stick grip with pitch trim, auto-pilot disconnect, ident, and push to talk on it.
This was my first time working on the avionics or electrical system of an airplane. I didn't know to disconnect the battery when I started and that is how I blew that 1 amp fuse.
But my question relates to the type of VR. At the time my Ducatti had failed and I had installed a John Deere that I bought from Amazon for $20.00. I got the idea from this forum. So when Van's told me about the new wiring plan for the SH, I installed the jumper on the John Deere and it worked fine. The VR on my airplane was in front of the firewall.
I remember reading a report somewhere if an RV-12 pilot who had smoke in the cockpit. As I remember he not only pulled the fuse and shut the Master switch off, but pulled the wires off of the VR since it was mounted in the cabin. He said that stopped the smoke.
A month or two later I installed the SH and it is wired the same way. I installed the SH because I decided I wanted over-voltage protection and it is build into SH. I did this after learning of two airplanes on my airport that had run away voltage and destroyed the avionics.
So my question is if using the jumper for an SH is a proper method, approved by Van's, why would it not be an approved method for a different brand VR (mounted in the approximate same location)?
Thanks in advance for your answers. I have learned a lot from the people on this forum who openly share their knowledge.