Grounding - Xantrex XC3012 Owner's Manual

3. Secure the enclosed mounting template to the mounting surface with tape.
4. Drill the six pilot holes for the mounting screws, taking care that there is
nothing behind the surface that can be damaged by the drill.
5. Mount the XC Series using corrosion resistant, #6 (3 mm) round, pan head (or
similar) screws.
The top two keyhole-style mounting holes can be used to hold the XC Series in
place while fastening the bottom four screws. For secure, permanent mounting,
use all six mounting slots.

Grounding

WARNING: Electric shock hazard
Do not make an ungrounded installation. Have an electrician install a properly grounded
circuit if one is not available. Improper connection can result in risk of an electric shock.
The XC Series Battery Charger must be grounded to reduce the risk of electrical
shock. The AC input ground wire of the charger must be properly connected to
ground in accordance with the applicable electrical codes, this is usually a ground
terminal in the AC distribution panel where the branch circuit originates.
Xantrex recommends that you install a DC chassis ground (earth) from the ground
stud on the XC Series to the engine negative bus or DC ground bus. The DC chassis
ground (earth) should not be more than one size smaller than the power conductors,
and must be rated for the battery fuses that are used to protect the DC wiring. Refer
to your local electrical codes to verify if this is required in your jurisdiction or in
your application.
Proceed to "Final Connections".
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