Xantrex Technology TC10 - Manual (Page 13)

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DC Connection Precautions
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Connect DC output clips only after the AC cord is connected to the
electrical outlet and the charger indicator lights turn on. The charger
has an anti-sparking feature that only functions properly if the
charger is on.
• Attach clips to battery posts and twist or rock back and forth several
times to make a good connection. This tends to keep the clips from
slipping off the terminals and helps to reduce risk of sparking.
• Disconnect DC output clips only after the AC cord is disconnected
from the AC outlet.
Permanent Installation
Location
The Truecharge 10 should be installed in a location that meets the
following requirements:
1) Dry—Do not allow water or other fluids to drip or splash onto the
Truecharge 10. Do not mount the charger in an area subject to
splashing bilge water.
2) Cool—Ambient air temperature should be between 32 °F (0 °C) and
104 °F (40 °C)—the cooler the better.
3) Ventilated—Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict
ventilation in any way. Allow at least 4 inches (10 cm) of clearance
around the Truecharge 10 for air flow. If mounting in a compartment,
ventilate the compartment with louvers or cut-outs.
4) Safe—Do not install the Truecharge 10 in the same compartment as
batteries or in any compartment capable of storing flammable liquids
such as gasoline. Do not use the Truecharge 10 in an engine compart-
ment or other location where ignition protected equipment is required.
5) Locate the charger as far away from the battery as the DC cables
permit.
6) Never place the charger on or directly above the battery being
charged. Gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.
7) Never allow battery acid to drip on the charger when reading specific
gravity or filling the battery.
8) Do not set a battery on top of the charger.