10 | Prior to Installation
2 PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
2.1 INSTALLATION LOCATION
The Charger is suitable for mounting in the trailer nose cone, cabin of the vehicle, along a chassis
rail or in the engine bay (ensure the unit does not become covered by a build up of mud or other
material and BCDC and wiring is not exposed to mechanical damage).
If mounting in an engine bay, locate the unit away from high temperature areas for maximum
performance. Choose a location such as on the inner guard, behind a headlight or behind the grille
to one side of the radiator. The unit will operate optimally below 55°C (130°F) with good airflow. At
higher temperatures the unit will de-rate output current up to 80°C (176°F) at which point the unit
will turn OFF.
Figure 2: Suitable Installation Locations
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BATTERY
It is important to ensure the Charger is mounted
as close as possible to the battery being charged
(auxiliary battery). Certain batteries are better suited to
each of these types of installations so it is important to
select the correct battery type. For more information
consult your battery manufacturer’s specifications.
NOTE: Lithium type (LiFePO
4
) batteries may not be
suitable for engine bay installations. Refer to Table 1
(page 7) for selecting the best Charge Profile for
your installation.
The Charger operates in any orientation (but it is
recommended that the front decal be visible). Mount
using the 4 mounting tabs provided on the heatsink
(refer to Figure 3) with suitable M6 fasteners. Choose
appropriate length of the fastners for your specific
installation.
Figure 3: Mounting the Charger
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