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3. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
3.1 L
OCATION
Install the inverter in a dry area with good ventilation.
NOTE:
High ambient temperatures will impair efficiency and shorten working life
or will completely shut the inverter off (see section 7 ‘Specifications’).
There are holes in the bottom and rear of the cabinet enabling floor or wall
mounting. For dimensions see section 8 (‘Dimensions’).
Except for the Phoenix 12/300 and the Phoenix 24/500, the inverter has a
built in fan. The Phoenix without fan has to be mounted in a vertical
position due to natural convection. The Phoenix with fan can be mounted
in any position, although it is recommended to mount the unit in a vertical
position for optimal cooling. Make sure you will have easy access to the
inside of the unit after installation.
Keep the distance between the Phoenix inverter and the battery as short as
possible to minimize the losses in the cables.
3.2 I
NSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
The Victron Phoenix inverter should be installed with the help of the
following equipment:
3.2.1 Installation equipment
•
two battery cables (max. length 6 meters, with clamps)
•
one spanner or wrench (10 mm or M6), to connect the battery cables.
•
one screw driver (no. 1), to connect the 230 V
AC
cables
3.2.2 Battery cables
The cross sections of the battery cables are suitable for continuous loads
and peak loads.
length 0 - 1.5 meters length 1.5 - 6 meters
Phoenix 12/300 6 mm 2 10 mm 2
Phoenix 12/500 10 mm 2 16 mm 2
Phoenix 24/500 6 mm 2 10 mm 2
Phoenix 24/900 6 mm 2 10 mm 2
Avoid contact resistances by tightening all connections.