Tools And Materials; Location - Kussmaul Electronics Kussmaul Chief Auto Charge Guide D'utilisation

Preparing For Installation

Tools and Materials

To mount and connect the Auto Charge you need the
following tools:
Phillips #2 torque screwdriver for removing and re-securing
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the AC and DC wiring compartment cover
power drill
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drill bit set for pilot holes for mounting screws (if using #10
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mounting screws, use 1/16 drill)
wire/cable stripper, crimper, ferrules
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You need the following materials:
3 conductor AC input wiring
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Use the information in Step 3: Installing AC Wiring on page
28 and your local electrical codes to determine the correct
wire and breaker or fuse
appropriately sized DC cables for each battery, with
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suitable connectors at the battery end
Use the information in DC (Battery) Wiring on page 17 and
your local electrical codes to determine the correct wire and
breaker or fuse
a properly rated circuit breaker (80A DC Circuit Breaker
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(PN: 090-0080-0)) or a DC fused disconnect for each
battery bank
a 2-way cable gland electrical junction box
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four pieces mounting screws, #10 corrosion resistant
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(Length dependent on mounting surface).
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Location

Install the Auto Charge in a location that meets the following
requirements:
Condition
Dry The Auto Charge must be installed in a dry location
not subject to moisture especially rain, spray, or
splashing bilge water.
Clean The Auto Charge should not be exposed to metal
filings or any other form of contamination.
Cool The ambient air temperature should be between
0 – 50 °C (32 – 122 °F) for best performance.
Close to The Auto Charge should be installed as close as
batteries 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.
Kussmaul Chief Auto Charge Battery Charger Owner's Guide
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