Outback Power Systems OBX-IC2024S-120/60 Battery Charger User Manual


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8
WIRE CONNECTIONS
DC Wiring
TheInverterusesDCbrassbatteryterminalswith8Mx1.00stainlesssteelthreadedstuds.Youcanaccess
the terminals by removing the four screws that attach the DC cover plate, and pulling it o.
Red terminal=battery positive
Battery terminal covers
Black terminal = battery negative
Never install extra washers or any other hardware between the terminal mounting surface and the •
battery cable lug—the connection must be direct and secure.
FortheInvertermodelOBX-IC2024S-120/60,a175-ampDCbreakerisrecommended.Ifa•
DC fuse is used, it should be a Class T fuse and must not exceed a rating of 300 amps.•
Always install breakers or fuses on the positive battery cable.•
It is recommended to twist the positive and negative conductors around each other during •
installation. This is to reduce EMI (electromagnetic interference) emissions.
Use torque values from the chart below for tightening battery connections and Inverter DC connections.•
Connection Torque
DC Battery Connections to 10 foot-lbs/13.6 Nm
Inverter’s DC terminals to5foot-lbs/5.8Nm
Battery Terminal Covers
The caps are made of sti plastic with a snap-on design; remove them carefully using a at-blade •
screwdriver inserted into the slots on the sides of each cover.
Always keep the battery terminal covers installed.•
Battery Cable Lug
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
Nut
Insulator
Stud
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