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Installation
Purchase the batteries:
1. Determine your power usage. Refer to “Typical Power
Consumption” on page 10.
2. Determine which type of batteries you want to buy.
3. Buy sufficient batteries to meet your power usage needs.
Gather the following tools:
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Flathead and Phillips screwdrivers
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3/16” Allen (Hex) wrench
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9/16” wrench
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Wire cutters
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Wire strippers
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Wire ties and connectors
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Hand help voltmeter
Installing the Freedom Inverter/Charger
Determine the appropriate installation for your model and
your intended usage by referring to the “Installation Ex-
amples” on pages 33-50 before you install your Freedom
Inverter/Charger.
To install your unit follow the steps listed below. Each step is
covered in detail in the following sections.
1. Mount the Freedom Inverter/Charger:
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Determine where to mount the unit
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Place the unit in your selected location.
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Bolt it down.
3. Connect the AC wiring:
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Connect the AC input wiring
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Connect the AC output wiring
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Connect the grounding wires
4. Install ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).
5. Connect the battery cables.
