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- Page 1 PathMaker Owner's Manual Xantrex Xantrex Xantrex Xantrex Xantrex P P P P P athMak athMak athMak athMak er er er er er athMak Automatic Battery Switch Automatic Battery Switch Automatic Battery Switch Automatic Battery Switch Automatic Battery Switch...
- Page 2 Manual Contents Operations Installation Remotes Notice of Copyright Xantrex PathMaker Automatic Battery Switch © March 2004 Xantrex International. All rights reserved. Xantrex is a registered trademark of Xantrex International. Disclaimer UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC. (“XANTREX”)
- Page 3 Introduction The PathMaker provides automatic battery switching in a wide range of environments and applications including marine, recreational vehicles, renewable energy, military, and mobile audio. The PathMaker has two primary functions—first, it automatically parallels (connects together) multiple batteries (combining them) when charging sources are avail- able, and second, it automatically disconnects the starting battery from the system loads when there are no active charging sources.
- Page 4 If two batteries are connected to the PathMaker, this provides a jump start for the starter. Remember: The local switch on the PathMaker must be in the “AUTO” position for any remote switch to work.
- Page 5 Setup and Operation Adjustments Connect Voltage* Default settings are at the Above this voltage the PathMaker 12 o’clock position. power switch(es) are enabled: thus the batteries are in parallel for charging. Low Voltage The default voltage setting is 13.3 V.
- Page 6 Connecting with a Remote You can force the PathMaker to “Connect” for five minutes for emergency starting by momentarily pressing the “Manual On” switch on the remote panel. You may cancel the forced connection only by pressing the “Manual On” switch a second time (for less than one second).
- Page 7 Generally no set up is required. Connect the wire to system negative (ground) to the PathMaker terminal strip last. All wiring to PathMaker power switch terminals must be sufficiently sized.
- Page 8 The drawings below indicate the terminal designations for each model. May not be exactly as shown. 100 Amp Two- Batt, Load or Bank PathMaker Source #1 Batt, Load or (VB1) Source #2 (VB2) 250 Amp Two-...
- Page 9 Diagram Table Many configurations are possible with a PathMaker. This table is a guide to help select the correct diagram for your installation: System: Use Diagram Page 2 Banks single or multi-engine Diagram 1 (Marine, RV, Renewable Energy or Car Audio)
- Page 10 #1 position, the house battery supplies the DC loads. The engine starting battery always supplies starting. The PathMaker connects the batteries in parallel when a charging source is present and disconnects them when there is no charging source present.
- Page 11 This type of installation uses a three-bank version of the PathMaker. Note: Install Negative (ground) to PathMaker last. Fusing, breakers, wire size, and optional battery switches that may be required by ABYC or NEC are not shown.
- Page 12 In an emergency all batteries may be connected together using the optional Remote Switch. This diagram is shown without any battery switches, since a PathMaker can replace battery switches. Note: Install Negative (ground) to PathMaker last. Fusing, breakers, wire size, and optional battery switches that may be required by ABYC or NEC are not shown.
- Page 13 Optional PathMaker Remote We highly recommend using the optional Remote Control Switch to provide a clear indication of the PathMaker status and to simplify emergency starting. Please contact your dealer to purchase the Remote Control Switch panel. Emergency Starting If you cannot start the engine, momentarily press the Manual On switch.
- Page 14 1BUI.BLFS Monitor Momentary ON 7 Pushbutton To DC Negative The Control Module Switch The local switch on the PathMaker must High Voltage be in the “AUTO” position for the remote Disabled Connected Disconnect Auto switch to work. Soleno id Wiring...
- Page 15 This Limited Warranty is transferable to subsequent owners but only for the unexpired portion of the Warranty Period. What will Xantrex do? Xantrex will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product free of charge, provided that you notify Xantrex of the product defect within the Warranty Period, and provided that Xantrex through inspection establishes the existence of such a defect and that it is covered by this Limited Warranty.
- Page 16 Xantrex product specifications including high input voltage from generators and lightning strikes; the product if repairs have been done to it other than by Xantrex or its authorized service centers (hereafter “ASCs”); the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly warranted by another manufacturer;...
- Page 17 Please refer to your product user manual for limitations on uses of the product. Specifically, please note that the Xantrex PathMaker Automatic Power Switch is not intended for use in connection with life support systems and Xantrex makes no warranty or representation in connection with any use of the product for such purposes.
- Page 19 Specifications Electrical: (all units DC) Input Voltage Range: 10–32 V (24 V operation if turned on >18.0 V) Low Voltage Disconnect Range: 12.8–13.2 V (x 2 for 24 V) Connect Voltage Range: 13.1–13.5 V (x 2 for 24 V) High Voltage Disconnect Range: 14–16 V (x 2 for 24 V) Current Ratings: 100 A units: 100 A continuous, 400 A peak 250 A units: 250 A continuous, 2000 A peak...
- Page 20 Xantrex Technology Inc. Toll free 1 800 670 0707 Direct 1 360 925 5097 Fax 1 360 925 5143 Customerservice@xantrex.com www.xantrex.com 975-0119-01-01 Printed in the U.S.A.
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