Progressive Dynamics PD1200 Series Installation And Operation Manual page 12

DC Connection Instructions
Equipment Ground Cable
(not included)
3/4"
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Connecting the Grounding Cable
Equipment Ground Lug Negative DC Lug
Figure 13
DC Connections Side View
MINIMUM RECOMMENDED DC WIRE SIZE
Wire Length Wire Size
0-5 ft. #2 AWG
5-10 ft. #1 AWG
10-15 ft. #1/0 AWG
NOTE: To ensure optimum performance, all input wires should be as short as possible. Failure to meet minimum recommended wire size
will result in reduced performance.
DC Connection Instructions
1. Ensure all power sources are disconnected from the inverter.
2. Remove the DC Wiring Cover by removing 2 DC access panel screws.
3. Connect DC terminals (positive and negative) to battery with properly sized wires using a 5/32" hex key.
4. When connecting DC wires, a small spark may occur. This is normal
charging of the inverter's internal capacitors.
5. Re-secure the DC Wiring Cover and re-secure 2 DC access panel
screws.
6. Connect equipment ground stud to a grounding point -typically the
vehicle's chassis - using recommended wire.
WARNING: FIRE, SHOCK, OR ENERGY HAZARD
Make sure wiring is disconnected from all electrical sources before
handling. All wiring must be done in accordance with local and national
electrical wiring codes.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death.
DC Wiring Cover Positive DC Lug
STRIP LENGTH
Strip 3/4" (19 mm) insulation from each
cable prior to installation. Do not leave
excess copper exposed.
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DC Wiring Requirements
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DC Connections (Wiring Cover Removed)
WARNING: FIRE, SHOCK, OR ENERGY HAZARD
DC Input wiring must be protected with properly sized circuit protec-
tion (fuses or circuit breakers).
Never operate the inverter without properly connecting the equipment
ground.
Tighten the nuts on terminals properly. Loose connections cause exces-
sive voltage drop and may cause overheated wires and melted insula-
tion. DO NOT under tighten the screw on the terminal lugs. This will
cause the wires to lose connection.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or
death. Failure to follow these instructions may also damage the
unit and/or equipment.
3/4"
DC cable (Positive)
3/4"
DC cable (Negative)
TORQUE DATA
Tighten all lugs to a torque of
100 in-lbs (11.3 N-m).
Do not over tighten.
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