Xantrex Technology 2500 - Manual (Page 28)

90-0115-00
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INSTALLATION
Fleet Power inverter/chargers are not
protected against DC reverse polarity.
Be very careful to connect the negative
and positive cable correctly or damage
will result and the warranty will be void.
WARNING
Recommended Fuse: Littlefuse Class T JLLN
This fuse with fuse holder is available from your
dealer or Heart Interface.
For Fleet Power 1000
200 Amp Fuse & Holder
PN# 84-4158-00
200 Amp Fuse Only PN# 84-4157-00
For Fleet Power 2000, 2500
300 Amp Fuse & Holder
PN#84-4154-00
300 Amp Fuse Only PN#84-4151-00
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+ (red)
The negative cable should be con-
nected directly to the negative post of the
battery bank or the ground side of a current
shunt. Do not use the vehicle frame as the
negative conductor. Tighten securely.
The positive battery cable must be
fused and connected to the positive post of
the battery bank, or through a selector
switch to one or more battery banks.
A spark may be generated when the
final battery connection is made. This is
normal and do not be alarmed, however, do
not make the final connection in the pres-
ence of flammable fumes.
Battery Cable Fusing
A fuse is required by the NEC to pro-
tect the battery and cables. The fuse must
be installed in the positive battery cable,
within 18 inches of the battery.
The remote control cable can be ex-
tended up to 50 feet if required. Use stan-
dard 4 or 6 conductor telephone cable. Use
a single length cable with no connectors or
in-line splices. If phone cable is left over,
coil it up and store it in an area away from
AC equipment to prevent electrical interfer-
ence.
Once the above steps have been com-
pleted the unit can be bolted down.
DC Wiring
Two battery cables are provided with
the unit. Both are black, the positive cable
has a piece of red heat shrink insulation on
the end. High current will pass through the
DC wiring. All wires must be properly sized
and all connections clean and tight.
It is recommended that the battery
cables not be lengthened, however, it is
possible to extend the cables if necessary.
Extension cables must be 00 AWG or the
same type of wire supplied with the unit, and
the total length for each battery cable must
not exceed 10 feet.
Make sure the connections to the ex-
tension cables are tight and properly insu-
lated. Do not attempt to open the case and
replace battery cables.