Xantrex Truecharge 20+ Amp Owner's Manual - page 21
Preparing for Installation
2–3
Location
Install Truecharge+ in a location that meets the requirements set out in
Circuits
Truecharge+ is designed to operate from a 15 amp, 120 VAC (nominal)
branch circuit. The circuit must be protected by a 15 amp circuit breaker.
Any switch in the circuit should be rated for a minimum of 10 amps for
Truecharge20+ installations and 15 amps for Truecharge40+
installations. Refer to
for the actual current
draw.
Table 2-1 Physical requirements for a Truecharge
+
installation
Condition
Description
Dry
The unit is intended for use in a dry location. Do not allow water
or other fluids to drip or splash on Truecharge+. Do not mount
the charger in an area subject to rain, spray or splashing bilge
water.
Clean
Do not expose Truecharge+ to metal filings or any other form of
conductive contamination. The presence of conductive
contamination can cause damage and void your warranty.
Cool
For best performance, the ambient air temperature should be
between 32 °F (0 °C) and 95 °F (30 °C)– the cooler the better. At
higher ambient temperatures, the output current will be
automatically reduced to protect the charger from high internal
temperatures.
Ventilated Allow
at least
4 inches (10 cm) of clearance around all sides of
the Truecharge+ for air flow. Ensure that the ventilation
openings on the unit are not obstructed. If mounting in a
compartment, ventilate the compartment with louvres or cut-outs
to prevent overheating.
Safe
This battery charger is Ignition Protected, so it can be installed in
areas containing gasoline tanks or fittings which usually require
Ignition Protected equipment. Xantrex recommends, however,
that it is safest not to install electrical equipment in these areas.
Close to AC
junction box
Avoid the use of extended wire lengths if possible.
Close to
batteries
Avoid excessive cable lengths and use the recommended wire
lengths and sizes. Undersized or overly long cables may affect
charging accuracy.