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6. Prepare each battery in advance by cleaning each terminal post with a wire brush until
a shiny surface is obtained.
7. Run cables free from sharp objects and hold each in place with cable ties. Coil excess
cable, do not cut or shorten the length of the cables, as in-line fuses are located 4 inches
from the end of each red (positive) cable. In addition, there are fuses in all but one of the
black (negative) leads. These fuses protect the charger and output cables in the event
of a short or reverse polarity. We recommend the use of wire ties or cable clamps to
provide strain relief for the cables and to reduce the risk of damage to the cables or connections.
8. Connect the DC output cables as illustrated on pages 14-20. Make sure the black wires
are connected as illustrated to the negative side of the battery and the red wires are
connected to the positive side of the battery.
Important Note: Your ProMar1 DS Series charger will not operate properly if it is not connected properly
to each battery. Reminder, each DC jacketed bank cable must be properly connected to "individual
12V batteries." Number of DC jacketed bank cables equals the number of batteries that must be
individually connected. Example: a 3 bank ProMar1 DS Series must be connected to 3 individual 12V
batteries, as Illustrated on pages 14-20. Simply choose the illustration that has the same number of
charger output bank cables as your ProMar1 DS Series Battery Charger in hand and wire exactly as
shown (choose the illustration that matches your application) for proper charger operation
9. Make sure all DC connections are correct, tight, and free from corrosion.
10. Locate the AC power cord in an open-air area of your boat at least 24 inches from the
charger, batteries, and fuel fill lines.
11.Connect a heavy duty UL approved extension cord to the ProMar1 DS Series charger first.
After connecting the extension cord to the charger, proceed to plug the extension
cord to a nearby 120 VAC GFCI protected (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt) outlet.
Always remove the extension cord from the 120VAC outlet first when charging is
completed, followed by unplugging the charger. You are now connected and charging
your batteries, and can view the LED indicators.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
Confirm the surface you will be mounting the
charger to is adequate in strength and thickness
to hold the ProMar1 DS Series in place with the
mounting screws you have selected.
Maintain an obstruction free area of
6 inches around the ProMar1 DS Series
On-Board Marine Battery Charger
Installation
ProMar1 DS 4 through 15 Amp Battery Charger models are designed to be permanently
mounted on-board, and can be mounted vertically or horizontally.
Always mount your ProMar1 DS Series in a compartment area that can be properly ventilated
during use.
Do NOT mix battery types on-board. All batteries should be of the same age and in good
operating condition.
Do NOT make any electrical connections to the ProMar1 DS Series or batteries until the
following steps are completed:
11 Easy to follow installation steps:
1. Select a flat mounting location that allows for free air ventilation with a minimum of
6 inches of clear unobstructed space around and in front of the ProMar1 DS Series
On-Board Marine Battery Charger. Open all battery and engine compartments and
ventilate for at least 15 minutes before starting the installation of the ProMar1 DS
Series charger. Confirm all battery cables can reach each of the batteries.
2. Do not install charger on carpeted, upholstered, vinyl, or varnished areas. Be sure to place
the ProMar1 DS Series in an accessible area where all indicators are viewable. Install this
unit on a hard surface.
3. Using the ProMar1 DS Series or the enclosed template, mark the position of each mounting
hole. Insure the mounting screws will not puncture or protrude into a live well, a fuel or oil
tank or the bottom of the boat.
4. Using a 1/8" drill bit, drill pilot holes in the (4) marked locations as described in step 3.
Apply a silicon sealer in each of the mounting locations to waterproof the screw holes.
5. Position the ProMar1 DS Series over the mounting holes and secure with a power screwdriver
by installing 4 stainless steel #10 x 1.25 screws.
(mounting screws not included)
1/8" pilot hole
with silicon sealer
