On Fri, 20 May 2005 18:56:02 GMT, "Gordon Wedman"
wrote:


Wires go from the charger straight to the batteries, no fuse, breaker or
disconnect. I don't think the Xantrex manual mentioned using fuses but now
that you mention it I'm thinking this might be a good idea. If one of these
wires shorted out somehow you would get a lot of battery current flowing
through a small wire. Good way to start a fire.

The TrueCharge manual does recommend fuses at the battery end of the
positive wires - maximum 25 amps for the TrueCharge 20+.

Don't think you need any disconnect like a switch. I don't think Xantrex
says anything about not starting your engine while the charger is running
and I think I've done this with out ill effect. As a precaution it might be
good to shut off the charger while running the engine. Can't think of
another reason for having a disconnect?

No need for a switch. I often start my engine (a Lehman diesel) while
the charger is operating, and have had no problems.


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