Connecting DC Cables

If you are using crimp connectors, use the tool recommended by the terminal manufacturer. Make sure no stray wires protrude from the terminal. (You can also have the crimp connectors attached by the company that sells you the cable.)

3.Strip about 1/2 inch (1.25cm) from the ends of the cables that will be connected to the inverter.

4.Install a fuse and fuse holder in the cable that will be used for the positive side of the DC circuit. The fuse must be as close to the battery as possible, must be rated for DC circuits, rated 80A max, and have a short-circuit interrupt rating that exceeds the short-circuit current available from the battery.

Xantrex recommends a Bussman ANL-80 fuse or a Gould type A3T80 Class T fuse, or equivalent for installations requiring a “code fuse”.

5.Insert the stripped ends of the cables into the cabling terminals on the rear of the inverter and tighten the screws securely. The red terminal is positive (+); the black terminal is negative (–). See Figure 2.

6.Attach the connector on the negative cable to the negative battery terminal. Make a secure connection. Loose connectors cause excessive voltage drop and may cause overheated wires and melted insulation.

CAUTION: Reverse Polarity

Power connections to the PROwatt 600 must be positive to positive and negative to negative.

A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) will blow a fuse in the inverter and may cause permanent damage. Your warranty does not cover damage caused by a reverse polarity connection.

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