Xantrex Technology TC2 204060 Installing the Truecharge 2 Battery Charger, Installation Sequence

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Installing the Truecharge 2 Battery Charger

Be sure to read the safety guidelines and pay attention to all cautions and warnings throughout the installation procedure. The installer is responsible for ensuring compliance with the installation codes for your particular application. See CAUTION statement under “Preparing For Installation” on page 8.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Disconnect all sources of AC and DC power before proceeding.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

Installation Sequence

To make charger installation quick and easy, Xantrex recommends that the installation tasks be performed in the following sequence:

1.Mount the charger in position.

2.Connect the DC ground.

3.Install DC wiring including installing required disconnects, fuses, or breakers.

4.Install AC wiring including earth grounds.

5.Power up the charger.

Step 1: Mounting the Battery Charger

Mount the Truecharge2 Battery Charger using all four mounting slots and holes which are provided. Mounting orientations a) and b) in Figure 5 meet IP-32 and drip-proof requirements that are needed to ensure safety in the presence of condensation. The other possible mounting orientations c) and

d)shown in Figure 6 will not prevent the entry of dripping water, and are not suitable for use in marine installations or other moist environments without the installation of additional drip protection. They are only acceptable for use in locations that are always dry.

To mount the Truecharge2 Battery Charger:

1.Select a mounting surface that is flat and allows for a minimum of 10 cm (4 in.) of clearance on the top and bottom ends for air flow and at least 6 cm (2.5 in.) of clearance on either sides (see Figure 7, “Ventilation Clearance” on page 12).

2.Drill the four pilot holes for the mounting screws, taking care that there is nothing behind the surface that can be damaged by the drill.

3.Mount the Truecharge2 Battery Charger using corrosion resistant, #6 (3 mm) round, pan head (or similar) screws.

The top two keyhole-style mounting holes can be used to hold the Truecharge2 Battery Charger in place while fastening the bottom two screws. For secure, permanent mounting, use the holes in all four mounting flanges and fasten all four screws. Do not rely on screws only in the keyhole slots for the installation of the charger.

 

 

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Contents Series Battery Charger Page Trademarks Product NumbersExclusion for Documentation Date and RevisionAbout This Guide Statement of HazardRelated Information Important Safety Instructions Electrical Shock HazardExplosion Hazard Fire and Burn HazardPersonal Injury Hazard Precautions When Working With Batteries Risk of Damage to the Battery Charger Precautions When Placing the Battery ChargerExposure to Chemicals and Gases Hazard FCC Information to the User ViiiContents Page Standard and Protection Features Truecharge2 Battery ChargerIntroduction Introduction Truecharge 2 Battery Charger Features Front PanelTruecharge2 Series Battery Charger Owner’s Guide AC wiring compartmentRear Panel DescriptionOnboard Control and Status Display Panel Item DescriptionTruecharge2 Series Battery Charger Owner’s Guide Risk of Battery Damage Preparing For Installation Improper Installation by AN Unqualified InstallerTools and Materials You need the following materialsCondition Requirement LocationExplosion Hazard for IEC Models only Mounting Orientations Deck and Horizontal Wiring Requirements Electrical Shock and Fire HazardDC Wiring Wire Length Wire Size AWG and mm2AWG Fire HazardInjury Battery Bank Size Requirements Other examples of AC wiring requirementsInstalling the Truecharge 2 Battery Charger Installation SequenceMounting the Battery Charger To mount the Truecharge2 Battery ChargerConnecting the DC Chassis Ground Earth To connect the DC chassis ground earthAccidental Short or Spark Hazard Installing DC WiringShock Hazard For more than one battery or bank For one battery or bankReverse Polarity Damage Installing the Truecharge 2 Battery Charger Installing AC Wiring AC wiring access holeConductor Charger Pigtail AC Supply Wire Color Code Tapered end of strain relief AC supply wiringScrew to secure the wiring compartment cover Powering Up Explosion AND/OR Fire HazardInstalling a Parallel Configuration Damage to the Battery ChargerPowering up after installing a parallel configuration Fault and Warning ConditionsWhen Configuring the Battery Chargers When Equalizing BatteriesInstalling Batteries Input Voltage Operating and DeratingMulti-Stage Charging AC sourceThree-Stage Charging Two-Stage Charging Battery Qualification Temperature ConsiderationsTo force a battery detection sequence Charging Voltage SetpointsSetting the Battery Temperature without a BTS Operating DC Loads Configuring the Charger Mode Configuring the Truecharge2 Battery ChargerConfiguring the Battery Bank Type Charging Batteries Mode Charger Status LED-ONTo charge your batteries Charging Batteries Equalizing Flooded Batteries Performing An Equalization Risk of Equipment DamageEXPLOSION, FIRE, and Burn Hazards To equalize your batteriesEqualizing Flooded Batteries Transitioning the Charger to ON, Standby, or Disabled Reading Onboard Display LEDs Accessing Charger InformationReporting While Charging or Equalizing Reporting Without AC Power or While on StandbyFault or Warning Solution Condition Fuse on Using a Generator As Source Power Maintaining the Charger Improper Installation by AN Unqualified Installer Replacing the DC Output FuseFuse Replacement Ratings ModelTroubleshooting Possible Cause SolutionTroubleshooting Disconnect all loads or switch loads off 975-0526-01-02 Troubleshooting Specifications Physical Specifications AC Input SpecificationsDC Output Specifications Environmental Specifications Protection Features Regulatory ApprovalsWarranty and Return Information WarrantyWarranty and Return Information Disclaimer ProductReturn Procedure Return Material Authorization PolicyOut of Warranty Service Information About Your System Page Xantrex Technology USA Inc
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