Installation
Guidelines
Follow all instructions from this guide and instructions including safety guidelines from the battery manufacturer. Installing battery cables require some electrical knowledge and local electrical codes.
WARNING
If you do not have some electrical knowledge and knowledge of local electrical codes or are not comfortable installing cables yourself, use a qualified installer including a licensed technician and electrician. Qualified installers have knowledge and experience in installing electrical equipment, knowledge of the applicable installation codes, and awareness of the hazards involved in performing electrical work and how to reduce those hazards.
Tools and Materials
•Adjustable wrench for fastening DC terminal bolts,
•Two battery cables (copper, appropriately sized according to application) with connectors already crimped by the company or store where you purchased the cables,
•Ground cable (copper, appropriately sized) for attaching to the ground chassis,
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•Screwdriver (flathead and Philips), power screwdriver, or power drill for use in mounting the inverter,
•Mounting screws (4) size #10.
Basic Installation Steps
1.Determine battery capacity.
2.Determine a charging system.
3.Choose a location.
4.Mount the inverter.
5.Connect the chassis ground.
6.Connect the battery cables.
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