DC Cabling
Definition DC cabling includes all of the cables and connectors between the batteries, the DC disconnect and
Type All installations require
Size and Length See Table 3 for required DC cable length, cable size and required fuse size for the Freedom SW 2000. Wire size is usually marked on the cables.
IMPORTANT: Using a smaller gauge cable or a longer cable may cause the inverter to shut down under heavy load.
Table 3 Recommended DC Input Cable and Fuse Size
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Freedom SW 2000 | Total Length | Recommended | Maximum Battery |
(one way) | (two way) | Cable Size | Fuse or Breaker |
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10 feet (3 meters) | 20 feet (6 meters) | No. 4/0 AWG | 300A class T or |
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Planning the Installation
DC Grounding
The inverter/charger DC (chassis) ground terminal needs to be connected to the vehicle chassis by a minimum No. 8 AWG copper conductor that is either insulated (green) wire rated 90 °C or bare copper.
Consult your local electrical codes and other applicable electrical standards
for specific requirements and applications.only.
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