Xantrex RV2012GS Owner's Manual

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Installation2–10 975-0209-01-01DC WiringSafety InstructionsThe inverter’s maximum peak current requirements are high. If battery cables aretoo small and/or connections are loose, efficiency and maximum output power aredegraded. Small cables or loose connections can also cause dangerousoverheating of the wire and/or terminals.Make the battery cables as large and as short as possible. Tape the battery cablestogether. This reduces the inductance of the wire, resulting in a better waveformand reduced stress on the inverter’s filter capacitors.Refer to Table 2-2 on page 2–12 for recommended battery cable size. Crimpedand sealed copper ring terminal lugs with a 5/16" hole should be used to connectthe battery cables to the DC terminals of the inverter/charger. Soldered cable lugsare also acceptable.Code your battery cables with colored tape or heat-shrink tubing.No DC disconnects are provided as an integral part of this inverter. DCdisconnects must be provided as part of the system installation.Battery RequirementsType Lead-acid deep-cycle battery or group of batteries. The batteries may be aflooded, gel, or AGM type.Volts 12 voltsMore Information Go to www.xantrex.com/support for more information about batteries.For detailed information about specific brands of batteries, you will need toconsult individual battery manufacturers.DC Over-Current ProtectionDC fusing In order to comply with the U.S. NEC, an approved form of battery over-currentprotection is required. These installation parts are not supplied with the unit.Standard-type DC fuses or circuit breakers may be obtained from your dealer,electrical supply houses.Xantrex offers a DC rated fuse and holder designed specifically for the RV Seriesinverters. This fuse holder is available in a 200, 300, 350 and 400-amp sizes (referto Table 2-2 for proper fuse size). See the latest Xantrex RV Catalog or visitwww.xantrex.com for more information.CAUTION: Equipment damageTHIS INVERTER IS NOT REVERSE POLARITY PROTECTED. If the positiveterminal of the battery is connected to the negative terminal of the inverter the probableresult is failure of the whole power stage. This type of failure is not covered underwarranty.