Xantrex Technology XM 1800, XM 1000 manual Installing the XM, Safety Instructions

Installing the XM 1800

Installing the XM 1800

Do not proceed with the installation of your XM 1800 until you have read the section “Designing Your Installation” on page 3–1. The more thorough your planning, the better your power needs will be met to achieve maximum performance from your XM 1800.

Safety Instructions

Before you start to install the XM 1800:

•Review the “Important Safety Instructions” on page v.

•Do not attempt your own AC wiring unless you have the knowledge, tools, and experience to do a safe job. Because installation requires compliance with various codes, installers should be certified technicians or electricians.

•Read and follow all Warnings and Cautions in this chapter.

Important: If you have any installation questions or issues, please contact Customer Service. Contact information is available in “Warranty” on page WA–1.

Installation Tools and Materials

Tools	•	Wire stripper
	• Wrench for DC terminals and ground stud
	• Screwdrivers—1/8" slot-head and Phillips
	•	Crimping tool for fastening lugs and terminals on DC cables.

(You may find it more convenient to have the crimp connectors installed onto the DC cable by the store that sells you the cable and/or connectors.)

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