Planning Ac Wiring - Xantrex Truecharge TC1012 Installation Manual

Planning AC Wiring

Before connecting AC wiring, make sure the AC source
circuit is protected by a breaker switch of the correct size and
type, to comply with the electrical code for your location and
application. The current rating of the input breaker should not
be larger than 20A.
1. Disconnect the AC source by turning off the breaker
2. Plan the route that the AC wiring will follow from the
3. Make the AC connections to the charger when it is sitting
4. Unscrew the wiring compartment cover from the left rear
5. Carefully remove 50 – 75 mm (2 – 3 in.) of the outer
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Installing the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger
feeding the circuit, unplugging from shorepower and
disconnecting any other power sources (such as a
generator).
source (usually an AC distribution panel) to the
Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger. Measure and cut the
required length of three-conductor cable allowing some
extra length for connections and providing some slack.
For example, in North America for 120 Vac application,
you may use a 14 AWG wire with a 15 A breaker (or
12 AWG for a 20 A breaker) or for 230 Vac application,
you may be able to use either a 2.5mm
double pole breaker or fuses or use 1.5 mm
10 A, double pole breaker or fuses. Note that every
jurisdiction will have different requirements as will each
application, so research the regulations for your local
jurisdiction to determine which wire size and type is
correct.
on a table or other convenient work surface.
Route the AC cables to the source after the charger is
securely mounted in position, using all four mounting
holes.
of the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger to expose the AC
wiring access hole.
jacket from the source panel wiring, being careful not to
cut or nick the insulation on the individual conductors.
2 wire with a 16 A,
2 wire with a
2–15