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SYSTEM WIRING
16.1 Wiring Precautions
• Ensure that all connections are made using REDARC recommended connectors and cables or other
suitably rated connectors and cables.
• Ensure that the maximum system current does not exceed the current rating of the cables.
• Ensure that grounding and fusing is adequate and sound for the system.
• Ensure that all additional and or non–REDARC Anderson
™
plug terminals are soldered
correctly or crimped with the correct Anderson
™
crimping tool.
• All cable entries into the vehicle or trailer must be suitably sealed.
• If the regulator has a dedicated Solar input ground (negative) terminal, ensure that the negative
ground from the Solar Panels is connected directly to the regulator. Refer to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
• The SRC0009 Battery clip cable is intended for a portable short term connection, and is not to be left
connected permanently.
16.2 Fuse Protection
Fuse protection is required for wire and component protection in case of short circuit. Fuses must be
fitted as close as possible to the battery positive terminal.
REDARC recommend 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 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.
