Step 4: Connecting The Ac Input Cables - Xantrex Freedom XC 1800 Owner's Manual

Step 4: Connecting the AC Input
Cables
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARDS
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. Do not connect the output
terminals of the Freedom XC to any incoming AC source.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious
injury, or equipment damage.
General AC Wiring Considerations
AC Wiring Connectors
Where applicable, connect AC wires with crimp-on splice
connectors. The amount of insulation you strip off individual wires
will be specified by the connector manufacturer and is different for
different types of connectors.
AC and DC Wiring Separation
Do not mix AC and DC wiring in the same conduit or panel. Where
DC and AC wires must cross, make sure they do so at 90° to one
another. Consult applicable codes for details about DC and AC
wiring in close proximity to each other.
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WARNING
AC Wiring and GFCIs
AC wiring includes all the wires and connectors between the AC
source and the Freedom XC and all wiring between the
inverter/charger, the AC panels, GFCI, and circuit breakers. The
type and size of the wiring varies with the installation and load. For
some vehicle applications, flexible multiple-strand copper wire is
required.
AC wiring must be sized appropriately using conductors with
insulation rated at least 75 °C to carry full load current on the input
and output AC circuits in accordance with the electrical codes or
regulations applicable to your installation. Table 7 is based on the
U.S. National Electrical Code and the Canadian Electrical Code,
assuming two-conductor-plus-ground cable, using 75 °C wiring, at
an ambient temperature of 30 °C. Other codes and regulations
may be applicable to your installation.
Table 7 Required AC wire size vs. required breaker rating
Required Breaker
Size (A)
15 A maximum
Freedom XC
15 A through GFCI
Basic Installation Procedures
Required Wire
Size (AWG)
14 AWG
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