Xantrex DR1512E User Manual

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2.0 INSTALLATION
©2000 Xantrex Technology Inc.
Wiring (continued)
Wiring Batteries in Parallel (continued)
Step 2
 Connect the POSITIVE terminal of the first battery string to the POSITIVE terminal of the
second battery string.
 Connect the NEGATIVE terminal of the first battery string to the NEGATIVE terminal of the
second battery string.
Figure 15
Step 2Two Series Strings Wired in Parallel
Step 3
 Connect a wire from the POSITIVE terminal of the first battery string to the inverters
POSITIVE DC terminal (via a fused device).
 Connect the NEGATIVE terminal of the second battery string to the inverters NEGATIVE DC
terminal.
NOTE: Connecting the positive and negative wires to the inverter from different strings ensures a
balanced charge/discharge through the batteries, resulting in longer run times and improved battery
life.
Figure 16
Step 3Series-Parallel Configuration Wired to the Inverter
– + –
12 V 12 V
3597-F00-D29
+ – + –
12 V 12 V
+
12 V 12 V
–
12 V 12 V
+ –
48 V INVERTER
(Total battery capacity = 100 Ah)
– + – + – +
+
Connection from
bank 1 to inverter
positive (+)
terminal
Connection from
bank 2 to inverter
negative ()
terminal
– + –
12 V 12 V
3597-F00-D28
+ – + –
12 V 12 V
+ – + –
12 V 12 V
+ – + –
12 V 12 V
+
Series String 1
Series String 2
Parallel
Connection
Parallel
Connection

Xantrex DR1512E Specifications

General

Brand	Xantrex
Model	DR1512E
Category	Battery Charger
Language	English