Xantrex XPLORE 120/12, Owner'S Manual, Page: 26 / 68

Preparing For Installation
14 XPLORE 120/12 Battery Charger Owner's Guide
Tools and Materials
To mount and connect the XPLORE Charger you need the
following tools:
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Phillips #2 torque screwdriver for removing and re-securing
the AC and DC wiring compartment cover
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power drill
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drill bit set for pilot holes for mounting screws (if using #10
mounting screws, use 1/16 drill)
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wire/cable stripper, crimper, ferrules
You need the following materials:
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3 conductor AC input wiring
Use the information in
Step 4: Installing AC Wiring and your
local electrical codes to determine the correct wire and
breaker or fuse
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appropriately sized DC cables for each battery, with
suitable connectors at the battery end
Use the information in
DC Wiring and your local electrical
codes to determine the correct wire and breaker or fuse
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a properly rated circuit breaker or a DC fused disconnect for
each battery
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a 2-way cable gland electrical junction box
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four pieces mounting screws, #10 corrosion resistant
(Length dependent on mounting surface).
Location
Install the XPLORE Charger in a location that meets the following
requirements:
Condition Requirement
Dry The XPLORE Charger must be installed in a dry
location not subject to moisture especially rain,
spray, or splashing bilge water.
Clean The XPLORE Charger should not be exposed to
metal filings or any other form of contamination.
Cool The ambient air temperature should be between
32 – 122 °F (0 – 50 °C) for best performance.
Close to
batteries The XPLORE Charger should be installed as close
as possible to the batteries, but not in the same
compartment to prevent corrosion. Avoid excessive
cable lengths and use the recommended wire
sizes. You must install with cables sized to achieve
less than 3% voltage drop on battery cables under
full load. This will maximize the performance of the
charger.