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CAUTION
Cable and fuse sizes are specified by various codes and standards which depend on the type
of vehicle the BCDC Core is installed into. Selecting the wrong cable or fuse size could result
in harm to the installer or user and / or damage to the BCDC Core or other equipment installed
in the system. The installer is responsible for ensuring that the correct cable and fuse sizes are
used when installing this Battery Charger.
Cabling is recommended to be away from heat sources and in protected areas, especially
when installing.
3.4 Cable Connections
The BCDC Core’s heavy gauge cables require good, low resistance electrical connections
that will not degrade over time.
CAUTION
Failure to make a good reliable connection may result in breakdown of the wire insulation and
cause a short circuit, or worst case a fire. REDARC recommend this activity be undertaken by an
appropriately trained person.
For extending the cables provided on the BCDC Core, REDARC recommends using a soldered
butt-splice crimp connection that is covered with heat shrink (see
).
Crimping provides good mechanical connection, soldering provides a long lasting electrical
connection and forming of the heat shrink is designed to prevent from any shorting/contact
with your vehicle chassis.
Figure 3.4.1:
Crimping using Butt-Splices
1.
Slide heatshrink over wire then insert wires into
butt-splice. Keep heatshrink away from joint until
after soldering is complete and has cooled.
2.
Crimp both wires to the butt-splice
using single-indent type crimpers.
3.
Solder the wires to the butt-splice.
Ensure that a good connection is made.
4.
Wait for the butt-splice to cool, then slip
heatshrink over the point and heat.
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