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Section 3.0 – PHI 3.5 Battery Wiring Methods
Section 3.1 – Connecting Cable Leads to the PHI 3.5 Batteries
Before connecting the cable leads to the PHI 3.5 battery, please be aware of the following information
concerning power cabling, considerations for power cable terminations as well as installation
environments.
CAUTION:
Spark may be present when connecting wires to PHI 3.5 terminals.
CAUTION:
Do not reverse polarity. It will void the warranty. Use a volt meter to check polarity before connecting
terminals.
A brief small spark is often present when connecting the second of two leads to a battery. Example: If the
Positive has been connected, a small spark will likely be present when connecting the Negative lead.
This is a normal occurrence
. Complete all connections in a clean, ventilated, well-lit area. To avoid any
spark or electrical event when connecting the terminal leads on the PHI 3.5 Battery, turn the 80 Amp
breaker “ON/OFF” switch to “OFF” position.
Power Cabling for the PHI 3.5 Battery is not included. Your qualified installer or application
specifications will determine the wire gauge for your system. Connection to the battery terminal should
only be made using appropriately sized ring terminals for your battery cables.
High amperage rated ring terminals can be found for these and other common wire gauges. Your
installer can source these.
3.1.1 – Considerations for Power Cable Terminations
Please factor in the below information for power cable terminations:
•
PHI 3.5 Battery Mounting Stud Size: 3/8’’
•
Power Cable Wire Gauge: Generally anywhere from 6 AWG to 2/0 AWG or larger
3.1.2 – Protection from the Environment
Anticorrosive compounds or epoxies are occasionally used in harsh or marine climate
installations. Please contact your Electrician or Qualified Installer to determine if this is advisable,
and if so, what solution best suits your application.
Section 3.2 – Final Connection of the Installation
Final installation and operation guidelines will be dictated by your Electrician and Installer based on the
overall properties of and procedures for the equipment in your installation and any code requirements that
apply to your region. SimpliPhi Power, Inc. technicians and sales staff are available to provide any
additional information on the PHI 3.5 Battery as needed. Please contact SimpliPhi Power for any
technical support at your convenience. SimpliPhi Power, Inc. is committed to providing safe, reliable
energy storage and management that is maintenance free, non-toxic and long-lasting. This commitment
extends to our customers, valued installers, partners, and to the community at large. Please be aware of
the potential electrical hazards before interacting with any and all electrical or mechanical devices. Please
take all necessary precautions in your projects and installations. Please refer to page 4 for safety
guidelines.
