16 | Installation
2.6 Fusing
REDARC recommends using MIDI style bolt down
fuses as they ensure a low resistance connection. The
REDARC FK40 and FK60 fuse kits are recommended.
Blade type fuses are not recommended as they can
result in a high resistance connection which causes
excess heat and may damage the fuse holder and/or
the wiring.
Self-resetting circuit breakers are not recommended as
they may trip prematurely due to the heat generated by
the current flowing through the wires.
Figure 2.6.1:
MIDI style bolt-down fuse
2.7 Typical Setup
REDARC recommends that the charger be installed by a suitably qualified person. Refer to
for the Vehicle Input, Solar Input, Ground and Battery Output cable thickness
and length requirements.
2.7.1 LEAD ACID BATTERY SETUP
Figure 2.7.1.1:
Typical Lead Acid Battery Setup (
12 V
or
24 V
and
Solar
)
12 V
12 V or 24 V
Start Battery
Bank
Fuse*
Optional
LED
Charging Profile
Select
YELLOW
RED
BLUE
Connect all ground
points to chassis earth
Auxiliary
Battery
Fuse*
BLACK
BROWN
Low Voltage
Trigger Settings
to D+ or Vehicle
Ignition**
Load
Fuse
Loads
GREEN
ORANGE
Standard Trigger
Settings
Leave unconnected
or connect to Ground
12 V Solar Panel Array
(Unregulated)***
* Fuse Ratings to be as per the table in
** To connect the Blue wire to the vehicle's ignition, connect the Blue wire to an ignition switched fuse in one of the
vehicles fuse boxes, located in either the engine compartment or vehicle cabin.
*** Do not connect regulated solar panels. If solar is not connected, tape over unused wires.
