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Blue Smart IP65 Charger

Wiring

  1. The Blue Smart IP65 Charger range includes suitable DC power cabling hardwired to the charger with interchangeable battery / DC system connection options; refer to the 'Installation > Wiring > DC power cable' section for more information.

    1. Select the interchangeable DC power cable battery connection type required for the installation; M8 ring terminals and battery clamps are supplied with the charger.

      Other interchangeable DC power cable battery connection types and extension cables are available as an optional accessory; refer to the 'Installation > Wiring > DC power cable' section for more information.

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    2. Connect the required DC power cable battery connection type to the DC power cabling hardwired to the charger; push the mating quick connectors together until the blue latch is fully engaged.

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  2. If applicable, install a suitably rated inline fuse or circuit breaker within the DC power cabling between the Blue Smart IP65 Charger and battery/batteries, located as close as practical to the battery/batteries; refer to the 'Installation > Wiring > Overcurrent protection' section for more information.

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  3. Connect the DC power cabling to the battery/batteries or DC system distribution bus - follow the instructions relevant to the installation type.

    1. For hardwired installations, or when charging a battery outside of a vehicle/installation:

      1. Ensure that the DC system is shut down (all DC loads and charge sources off/isolated) prior to disconnection of any existing battery / DC system distribution bus cabling and connection of the charger to the battery terminals / DC system distribution bus.

      2. Connect the positive DC cable (red insulation) to the positive (+) terminal and the negative DC cable (black insulation) to the negative (-) terminal connection; ensure that the cable connection polarity is correct.

      3. Torque all wiring termination hardware to manufacturers torque specifications using a suitable torque wrench and socket / screw driver bit.

    2. For temporary installations when charging a battery installed within a vehicle, and the negative (-) battery terminal is grounded to the vehicle chassis (conventional):

      1. Connect the positive DC cable / battery clamp (red insulation) directly to the battery positive (+) terminal first.

      2. Then connect the negative DC cable / battery clamp (black insulation) to a suitable grounding point on the vehicle chassis (not directly to the negative battery terminal).

      3. When disconnecting the charger, disconnect the DC cables / battery clamps in reverse of the connection order.

    3. For temporary installations when charging a battery installed within a vehicle, and the positive (+) battery terminal is grounded to the vehicle chassis (unconventional):

      1. Connect the negative DC cable / battery clamp (black insulation) directly to the battery negative (-) terminal first.

      2. Then connect the positive DC cable / battery clamp (red insulation) to a suitable grounding point on the vehicle chassis (not directly to the positive battery terminal).

      3. When disconnecting the charger, disconnect the DC cables / battery clamps in reverse of the connection order.

  4. Connect the Blue Smart IP65 Charger AC power cable to a mains power outlet; after a short delay the TEST LED will begin to blink, until the charger determines if the battery will successfully accept charge (for up to 2 minutes).

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Example wiring schematics depicting most typical installation configurations are also provided for reference; refer to the 'Installation > Schematics' section for more information.

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