INSTALLATION

 

 

• Remove the positive (+) battery cable

If multiple battery banks are to be

terminal cover from the unit and attach the

charged, a battery bank selector switch can be

battery cable. Tighten the battery terminal bolts

installed, allowing the banks to be charged

to a torque value between 160 inch-pounds

either individually or simultaneously. A solenoid

and 180 inch-pounds. Replace the cover for

can also be used. The PathMaker Battery

the positive terminal.

Combiner, by Xantrex, may be used to

 

The negative (-) cable should be

connect multiple battery banks. The

connected directly to the negative post of the

PathMaker battery combiner is available from

house or auxiliary battery bank or the ground

your Xantrex dealer.

side of a current shunt. Tighten securely.

The positive (+) battery cable must be fused and connected to the positive post of the house or auxiliary battery bank, or through a selector switch to one or more battery banks.

A spark may be generated when the final battery connection is made. This is normal; do not be alarmed. However, do not make the final connection in the presence of flammable fumes.

If multiple batteries are used, the interconnecting jumper cables must be the

same AWG or larger as those connected to

 

the inverter/charger.

 

NOTE: If installing in a vehicle, do not use the

PathMaker 100, 2 Channel

vehicle frame as the negative conductor.

PathMaker Models

 

 

100 Amp, 2 Channel

 

100 Amp, 3 Channel

POSITIVE (+)

200 Amp, 2 Channel

200 Amp, 3 Channel

(Battery Cable

 

Cover on)

 

NEGATIVE (-)

 

(Battery Cable

 

Cover on)

 

Freedom 20

 

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