Dc Connection Precautions; Installing The Inteli-Power Marine Converter - Progressive Dynamics PD2020 Owner's Manual

3.2 Never place the converter/charger directly above the battery; gases
from battery will corrode and damage the converter/charger.
3.3 Never allow battery acid to drip on converter/charger when reading
specific gravity or filling battery.
3.4 Do not operate converter/charger in a closed-in area or restrict
ventilation in any way.
4.

DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

4.1 Connect and disconnect DC output connections only after opening
AC disconnect.
4.2 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS TO CONVERTER SHALL
COMPLY WITH THE UNITED STATES COAST GUARD
ELECTRICAL REGULATIONS (33CFR183, SUB PART I).
4.3 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS - The INTELI-POWER
MARINE converter should be connected to a grounded, metal,
permanent wiring system. An equipment-grounding conductor should
be run with the circuit wiring and connected thru the charger housing
grommet to the equipment grounding (GND) terminal. Connections
to the converter should comply with all local codes and ordinances.
5.

INSTALLING THE INTELI-POWER MARINE CONVERTER

! DANGER !
Before working on any electrical equipment, first determine
that there is no live power! Double check power connections, as
well as battery terminations.
5.1 MOUNTING LOCATION
Mount the INTELI-POWER MARINE converter vertically flush on
a bulkhead in a protected area away from rain or spray. Mount as
close to the batteries as possible. Ensure that there is six inches of
unobstructed area on all sides of the charger for air circulation and
cooling. See section 3 for precautions.
5.2 MOUNTING HARDWARE
Marine equipment is exposed to severe mechanical vibration and
shock, the screws or bolts used to mount the charger must be 3/16"
diameter, backed with a flat washer. A lock washer should be used to
prevent loosening of the connections due to vibration.
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5.3 MOUNTING THE CONVERTER
Hold the converter/charger in place, mark all mounting hole
positions, remove the converter/charger and drill the holes.
Depending on the model converter, Install the mounting hardware on
one side of the charger into the drilled holes, Leave these loose at this
time. Align the mounting holes on the converter/charger with the
hardware installed in the drilled holes, align and install the remaining
hardware and firmly tighten all mounting hardware. For models with
2 fans or key hole slots in the base. Mark and drill mounting holes as
above. If using the drip shield, attach the drip shield leaving the
screws loose. Position the keyholes over the screws holding the drip
shield and slide the unit in place. Install the rest of the mounting
hardware and firmly tighten.
5.4 DRIP SHIELD
To install the drip shield leave the upper mounting screws loose,
slide the shield behind the base of the converter/charger. Align the
slots in the shield with the mounting hardware installed above and
firmly tighten all mounting hardware.
Figure 1
Figure 1
5.5 ELECTRICAL HARDWARE
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On Boost
Fast Flash Full Charge
Slow Flash Low Charge
Blink Storage
Off Dead Battery
PD
S E R I E S
Input: Volts: 105-135 VAC Hz: 50/60 Watts: 1000
Outputs: 3 Volts: 13.6 VDC Amps: 60 Total
Cell Type: Lead Acid Number of Cells: 6
CONTINUOUS DUTY, IGNITION PROTECTED
CAUTION: To prevent fire, do not cover or obstruct
ventilation openings. Do not mount in zero clearance
compartment. Overheating may result. Provided with
integral protection against overloads.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock - Do not
expose to rain or spray
POWER
Manufactured by CONVERTER
Progressive Dynamics, Inc.
U.S. Patent No. 5,600,550 & 5,687,066
Marshall, MI 49068-1796 Other Patents Pending 85JL
109734RA
Remove Screws for Access
Replace Reverse Battery Protection Fuse(s) with
Same Type and Rating: 30 AMP ATC Style
Torque Output Terminals to: 50 Inch Pounds Max.
Torque Input Terminals to 9 Inch Pounds Max.