The positive and negative cable total length must not exceed twice the distance listed above.
Be sure your wire length calculation is from the batteries not the connection points of the supply wires. (It is assumed that heavier cable is used to supply an electrical junction like the battery switch or buss bar.)
FUSES
Fuse the
WIRING
The best installation should have the shortest possible conductor lengths connecting the batteries and the Electrical Junction Box.
Do not feed the DC 5000 from the boats
Voltage drop and power loss can occur through the supply wires, terminal ends, and switching devices.
An in line fuse can act as a service disconnect.
Wires should be kept out of the bilge and wet areas.
Secure wires every 18 " with nylon
GROUND WIRE
Connect the ground lug to the engine negative boat ground with a green
| ASSEMBLY INSPECTION CHECK LIST | ||
[ | ] | 1. | Check accessibility of brush covers for service. |
[ | ] | 2. | Check that the RFD sight glass can be seen. |
[ | ] | 3. | Check all the Swagelok connections with wrenches to be sure they have been |
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| made up. Refresh your knowledge by rereading the Swagelok instructions. |
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