Tools And Materials - Xantrex XC1524 Owner's Manual

Tools and Materials

To mount and connect the XC Series you need the following tools:
• 10 mm wrench or socket for the DC terminals and ground stud
• Phillips screwdriver for securing the AC wiring compartment cover
• power drill
• drill bit for pilot holes for mounting screws
• wire stripper
• manufacturer's recommended crimp tool for any crimp terminals that are being
used
You need the following materials:
• 3 conductor AC input wiring
Use the information in "AC Wiring" on page 1–13 and your local electrical
codes to determine the correct wire and breaker or fuse.
• AC cable strain relief (if the one included is not sufficient for your local
electrical code requirements)
• appropriately sized DC cables for each battery, with suitable connectors at the
battery end
• appropriately sized DC chassis ground (earth) with suitable connectors
• ring terminals to fit 6 mm (1/4 in.) studs at the charger end
• DC fuse and disconnect or circuit breaker for each battery bank
• mounting hardware, 3 mm (#6) corrosion resistant 6 pieces.
• other means to route and secure AC and DC wiring
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Preparing for Installation
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