Tundra HTS3000(T) - Manual (Page 19)

HTS(T)-1800_3000-GD-0114-EN 7
- Dry Keep the inverter away from any sort of liquid, rain, snow or other sources of moisture.
The electricity produced by the inverter may spark which may result in severe injuries or
death.
- Cool
Ambient air temperature should be between 32 and 131 degrees Fahrenheit (0 and 55
o
Celsius). A sudden and heavy load while the inverter’s temperature is below the freezing
point may result in permanent damages on the inverter. Operating it above 131 degrees
Fahrenheit (55°C) may cause the inverter to overheat and shut down.
- Ventilated
Ensure that the unit is located in a well-ventilated compartment. At least 6 inches
(15.2cm) of clearance are required around the inverter for air flow. Verify that all
ventilation openings on the unit (front and rear panels) are not obstructed.
CAUTION! To avoid fire hazards and/or overheating, do not cover or obstruct any ventilation
openings. Do not install the inverter in a zero clearance compartment.
- Close to batteries: Install the inverter as close as possible to the batteries (but not in the same compartment)
in order to minimize the cable length required to connect the inverter to the batteries. It is
better and cheaper to run a longer AC cord (between the inverter and your appliances)
than DC cables (between the inverter and the batteries). The distance between your
inverter and the batteries should never exceed 12 feet (3.7m).
WARNING! This equipment contains components that may produce arcs or sparks. To reduce the
risk of fire or explosion, do not install in a compartment containing batteries or
flammable materials, or in a location that requires ignition protected equipment.
3.2 Mounting the inverter
The inverter must be mounted on a flat and even surface using the mounting flanges. Mounting hardware should
be corrosion resistant, and strong enough to support the weight of the inverter. The inverter may be mounted on
a vertical surface (the fans’ opening must not point down) or on a horizontal surface. Upside down installation
will damage your inverter.
If your inverter is equipped with a remote control, it is the right time to think about where to install it so you can
run the jack at this stage of the installation.
3.3 Battery cables
Proper wiring is very important for safe and proper operation of the inverter. Because a power inverter has a low
voltage / high current input, low resistance wiring and connections between the batteries and the inverter are
essential in order to deliver the maximum amount of usable energy to your loads.
Our CM series installation kits are made with premium quality welding cables and of the proper gauge for
maximum connectivity between the batteries and your inverter. Keep the cable length as short as possible by
selecting the kit with the required cable length. This will ensure that the overall system efficiency will be as high
as possible.