Installing the XPower Plus

Connecting the Chassis Ground

WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard

Never operate the XPower Plus without properly connecting the chassis ground. Electrical shock hazard could result from improper grounding.

The XPower Plus has a screw terminal labelled CHASSIS GND on the rear panel as shown in Figure 3-3. Follow the guidelines in “Grounding Locations” to connect the inverter’s chassis to the ground.

Figure 3-3 DC Panel Connections (XPower 1750 Plus shown)

Grounding Locations

You must connect the chassis ground terminal to a grounding point. The grounding point varies depending on where you install the XPower Plus.

•For recommended chassis ground cable size for the XPower 1200 Plus, see “Calculating Size of Chassis Ground Cable for XPower 1200 Plus” Table 3-2 on page 3–8.

•For recommended chassis ground cable size for the XPower 1750 Plus, see “Calculating Size of Chassis Ground Cable for XPower 1750 Plus” Table 3-4 on page 3–11.

Follow the instructions that correspond to your type of installation:

To connect the chassis ground terminal to a grounding point:

➢Recreational Vehicle: Connect the CHASSIS GND screw to the vehicle’s chassis using recommended copper wire (if insulated then green insulation with or without one or more yellow stripes) or larger.

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