Kussmaul Electronics Kussmaul Chief Auto Charge Guide D'utilisation page 37

Step 2: Installing DC Wiring
The procedure for installing the DC wiring applies to a single
battery, as well as multiple batteries or battery banks.
ACCIDENTAL SHORT OR SPARK HAZARD
Leave the DC disconnects or breakers in the Off position or DC
fuses removed from their fuse holders until installation is complete.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious
injury, or equipment damage.
1. Remove the wiring compartment cover.
NOTE: Use a Philips #2 screwdriver to loosen the captive nut panel
screw(s).
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1. Plan the route that the DC wires will follow, keeping it as
short as possible. Measure and cut the required wire length,
after allowing some extra length for connections and to
provide slack in the wires for strain relief.
2. Identify the positive cables, by using color-coded wire, or by
marking both ends of the cable with colored tape, or similar
kind of marking. Repeat with a different color for the
negative. Most installation codes recommend coloring the
positive red and the negative black.
NOTE: You may find it helpful to label each cable, associating it
with the battery bank it is connected to. For example, BAT1 (–),
BAT1 (+), BAT2 (–), and so on.
3. Install a 80A DC Circuit Breaker (PN: 090-0080-0) or a DC
fused disconnect in each positive cable that is as close to
the battery positive terminal as possible.
Consult your local electrical codes regarding the distance
allowed between the battery and the fuse or breaker. Be
sure the breaker or fused disconnect is open.
4. Route the wiring to the batteries and to the Auto Charge.
Avoid routing wiring through an electrical distribution panel,
battery isolator, or other device that will add voltage drops.
Kussmaul Chief Auto Charge Battery Charger Owner's Guide