Xantrex Technology XS400 manual Getting Ready to Connect the DC Cables, To prepare the DC cables

Installation

Step 5: Getting Ready to Connect the DC Cables

The DC cables should be as short as possible and large enough to handle the required current, in accordance with the electrical codes or regulations applicable to your installation. The minimum recommended DC cable size is specified in Table 2-1 on page 2–9. For the recommended DC fuse and Disconnect or DC circuit breaker, see page 2–9.

To prepare the DC cables:

Refer to Figure 2-5, “Connection Order for DC Cables” on page 2–16.

1.Cut the negative cable to the recommended length. (See Table 2-1 on page 2–9 for DC cable size.) Strip off enough insulation so you can install the terminal you will be using.

Xantrex recommends the use of crimp connectors such as a ring lug type. The connector should be designed for a 6 mm or 1/4 inch stud size to connect to the XS400 Sine Wave Inverter. If a crimp connector is used, it should be crimped using the tool indicated by the connector manufacturer.

2.Cut two lengths of positive cable. One cable (maximum 18 inches) goes from the battery to the DC fuse and Disconnect or to the DC circuit breaker. The other cable goes from the DC fuse and Disconnect or to the DC circuit breaker to the positive DC terminal.

3.Attach the connectors to the ends of both cables. Make sure no stray wire strands protrude from the terminals.

2–14 975-0054-01-01