Inverter Installation
Connect the DC Cables
IMPORTANT: Before proceeding, make sure that your DC input cables are properly terminated with ring connectors appropriate for the size of the cable you are using. Have your cables terminated at the store of purchase.
1.Make sure the inverter’s ON/OFF switch is in the Off position.
2.Working on the inverter’s positive DC input terminal first, attach one end of the positive DC input cable to the positive DC input terminal on the inverter.
IMPORTANT: Do not over tighten the nut on the inverter terminal. Damage to the inverter terminal may result. However, loose connections can cause excessive voltage drop and may cause overheated wires and melted insulation. A torque of
3.Attach a fuse holder (with an installed fuse) to the other end of the positive battery cable.
Alternatively, if you are using a circuit breaker, install the circuit breaker on the positive terminal of the battery.
4.Attach the fused end on the positive DC input cable to the positive terminal of the battery.
Alternatively, if you are using a circuit breaker, attach the other end of the positive DC input cable to the circuit breaker on the battery.
DAMAGE FROM A REVERSE POLARITY CONNECTION
DC power connections to the inverter must be positive to positive and negative to negative.
A reverse polarity connection (connecting positive to negative) will blow an internal fuse inside the inverter and can cause permanent damage to the inverter. This internal fuse is not
Damage caused by a reverse polarity connection is not covered by the warranty.
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or damage other equipment.
EXPLOSION AND/OR FIRE HAZARD
Thoroughly ventilate the battery compartment before proceeding to connect the negative DC input cable to the battery. It is always possible that flammable fumes are present, so exercise extreme caution.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
5.Working on the inverter’s negative DC input terminal, attach one end of the negative DC input cable to the negative DC input terminal on the inverter.
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