Chapter 2 — Installing the Forklift Power Supply
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Forklift Power Supply Installation Guide
Instructions are not included for connecting to various possible
forklift power sources. A trained professional installer,
knowledgeable on the brands and models of forklifts should
perform this installation. Both large and smaller terminal rings
are included to accommodate most installation needs.
This kit contains additional bolts, nuts, and washers for
connecting the input power cable directly to a forklift battery.
These parts are described in more detail in the procedures below.
Terminating the Input Cable
Follow this procedure to terminate the input power cable
(P/N 226-330-004).
To terminate the power cable
1
Cut the cable to length, cut off a portion of the outer cable
jacket, and strip the individual wire ends of the cable as
instructed.
2
Slip heat shrink tubing (furnished in this kit) onto the cable
or wires before terminating them.
3
Prepare the cable ends by installing the fuse holder in series
with the positive wires and install a terminal ring on the
negative wires.
4
Mechanically complete the connections to the forklift power
source or battery and electrically connect the shield wire to
the forklift chassis ground using a self-tapping screw and flat
washer.
Cutting and Stripping the Input Power Cable
Follow this procedure to cut and strip the input power cable
(P/N 226-330-004) for termination.
To cut and strip the power cable
1
Cut the power cable near the power source or battery.
2
Strip the cable jacket back 30 to 36 cm (12 to 14 inch).
3
Slide heat shrink tubing over cable jacket.
4
Strip 0.6 cm (0.25 inch) of insulation from individual wires.
5
Twist the white and green (negative) wires together.
6
Twist the red and black (positive) wires together.
