Xantrex RM1012, Owner'S Manual

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Disconnecting and connecting Xantrex HD from the batteries
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Disconnecting and connecting Xantrex HD from the
batteries
Before doing any work with your batteries or with the inverter/charger,
review
“Important Safety Information” on page v .
Disconnecting
To disconnect from the battery:
1. Disconnect the shorepower cable and turn the
inverter/charger off.
2. Remove the inverter/charger cables from the battery.
Disconnect the negative connection first at the inverter/charger
terminal and then disconnect the positive at the battery terminal.
3. If you are replacing batteries, make sure they are the same kind and
capacity as you are currently using.
4. Disconnect the ground wire if the unit must be removed from its
mounting bracket.
Connecting
To connect to the batteries:
1. Ensure shorepower is disconnected and the inverter/charger is off.
2. Connect the ground wire if it was previously removed
WARNING: Explosion or Fire
Make sure the battery compartment is well ventilated.
Flammable fumes are often present when working with
batteries.
CAUTION: Reverse Polarity
Do not connect cables in reverse polarity. If you do, the fuse will
blow the fuse and the unit could be damaged.