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Connection - Boost Element - AC
The 240V A/C Booster supply cable must be installed in accordance to
Australian Standard AS3000 and by a qualified person.
Note: Never energise the element until the water vessel is filled and
bled!
1.
Remove top booster 240V A/C element cover.
2.
Connect into the 25mm female elbow using 25mm flex conduit and
approved twin and earth cable suitable for the booster element fitted.
3.
Following the wiring instructions affixed inside the cover, (The standard
booster element is 2.4Kw 10Amp but this may vary depending on
application ensure to identify and wire to suit load).
The hot water vessel must be connected to Earth.
**Note**
Consideration must be given to the local power supply offerings to
maximise operation of the PV solar contribution. E.g.: In locations where a
controlled load (off peak) is available the booster supply ideally should be
connected to this tariff. In locations where only peak supply power is
available, it is recommended to fit an A/C supply timer which can be set to
the individual requirements of the end user.
