Xantrex Technology TC2 204060 Installing the Truecharge 2 Battery Charger, Installation Sequence

TC2 204060 Series BattChg Owners Guide.book Page 16 Friday, July 8, 2011 11:44 AM

Installing the Truecharge 2 Battery Charger

Be sure to read the safety guidelines and pay attention to all cautions and warnings throughout the installation procedure. The installer is responsible for ensuring compliance with the installation codes for your particular application. See CAUTION statement under “Preparing For Installation” on page 8.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Disconnect all sources of AC and DC power before proceeding.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

Installation Sequence

To make charger installation quick and easy, Xantrex recommends that the installation tasks be performed in the following sequence:

1.Mount the charger in position.

2.Connect the DC ground.

3.Install DC wiring including installing required disconnects, fuses, or breakers.

4.Install AC wiring including earth grounds.

5.Power up the charger.

Step 1: Mounting the Battery Charger

Mount the Truecharge2 Battery Charger using all four mounting slots and holes which are provided. Mounting orientations a) and b) in Figure 5 meet IP-32 and drip-proof requirements that are needed to ensure safety in the presence of condensation. The other possible mounting orientations c) and

d)shown in Figure 6 will not prevent the entry of dripping water, and are not suitable for use in marine installations or other moist environments without the installation of additional drip protection. They are only acceptable for use in locations that are always dry.

To mount the Truecharge2 Battery Charger:

1.Select a mounting surface that is flat and allows for a minimum of 10 cm (4 in.) of clearance on the top and bottom ends for air flow and at least 6 cm (2.5 in.) of clearance on either sides (see Figure 7, “Ventilation Clearance” on page 12).

2.Drill the four pilot holes for the mounting screws, taking care that there is nothing behind the surface that can be damaged by the drill.

3.Mount the Truecharge2 Battery Charger using corrosion resistant, #6 (3 mm) round, pan head (or similar) screws.

The top two keyhole-style mounting holes can be used to hold the Truecharge2 Battery Charger in place while fastening the bottom two screws. For secure, permanent mounting, use the holes in all four mounting flanges and fasten all four screws. Do not rely on screws only in the keyhole slots for the installation of the charger.

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