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  • Page 1

    Smart choice for power Installation Guide Fuse Block www .xantrex.com TFB110/TFB110C TFB200/TFB200C TFB300/TFB300C TFB350/TFB350C TFB400/TFB400C[...]

  • Page 2

    Installation Guide 2 ©2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 About Xantrex Xantrex T echnology Inc ., is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to 1 MW utility-scale systems for wind, solar , batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and bac[...]

  • Page 3

    ©2002 Xantrex T echnology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 3 T able of Contents About Xantrex .............................................................................................. 2 T rademarks ....................................................................................................... 2 Notice of Copyr[...]

  • Page 4

    Installation Guide 4 ©2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 List of Figures Figure 1 Fuse Block for T ype-C Battery Cables (TFBxxxC) ............................... 5 Figure 1a Fuse Block for Ring -lugged Battery Cables(TFBxxx) ........................ 5 Figure 2 Fuse Block Dimensional Drawing ..........[...]

  • Page 5

    ©2002 Xantrex T echnology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 5 Introduction The T race™ brand fuse block ( TFB) protects the po wer system ’ s DC wiring should an ov ercurrent condition occur . The fuse block is placed between the battery’ s ungrounded conductor (usually the positive cable) and the DC input terminal of[...]

  • Page 6

    Installation Guide 6 ©2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 Installation Mounting Locate the fuse block within 18 inches (45 cm) of the battery . It should be placed in a location where it is easily accessible should the fuse need replacing. 1. Squeeze the clear plastic protective cover and remove it fro[...]

  • Page 7

    ©2002 Xantrex T echnology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 7 Installation (continued) Cable Installation into Fuse Block For Fuse Blocks designed for C-T ype Battery Cables (TFBxxxC) 1. Strip back 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the insulation on the battery cable. 2. Insert the cable into the terminal block (ensure all conductor stran[...]

  • Page 8

    Installation Guide 8 ©2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 Figure 4 Installation for Ring-lugged Battery Cables Installation (continued) Cable Installation into Fuse Block (continued) hex nut hex nut split- washers split- washers Ring-lug on Battery Cables Ring-lug on Battery Cables For Fuse Blocks desi[...]

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    ©2002 Xantrex T echnology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 9 Figure 5 Wiring TFBs to the Battery , DC Disconnect, and Inverter Installation (continued) Wiring TFBs to the Battery, DC Disconnect, and Inverter + - BATTERY INVERT ER TFB FUSE BLOCK FOR C-TYPE BATTERY CABLES FUSE C LAS S T 300 AM P *DC DISCONNECT *DC DISCONNECT[...]

  • Page 10

    Installation Guide 10 ©2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 Fuse Replacement Before replacing the fuse, determine and correct the cause of the overcurrent condition. 1. Use a hex socket and remove the two nuts (and split washers) securing the fuse. Note the hardware installed and the order of how it is [...]

  • Page 11

    ©2002 Xantrex T echnology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 11 Replacement Fuses Replacement fuses are available from Xantrex T echnology Inc. These fuses fit either the TFBxxx or TFBxxxC models (of the same rating only). See T able 2 for part numbers for replacement fuses. Care and Maintenance (continued) WARNING: REPLACE [...]

  • Page 12

    Installation Guide 12 ©2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 Limited Warranty What does this warranty cover and how long does it last? This Limited W arranty is pro v ided b y Xantrex T echnology , Inc. (“Xantrex ”) and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your Fuse Block. This warranty las[...]

  • Page 13

    ©2002 Xantrex T echnology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 13 Limited Warranty (continued) How do you get service? If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service, contact your merchant. If you are unable to contact your merchant, or the merchant is unable to provide service, contact Xantrex directly at: Phone[...]

  • Page 14

    Installation Guide 14 ©2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 What does this warranty not cover? This Limited W arranty does not co ver normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal, installation, or troubleshooting of the customer’ s electrical systems. This warranty does not appl[...]

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    ©2002 Xantrex T echnology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 15 DISCLAIMER Product THIS LIMITED W ARRANT Y IS THE SOLE AND EX CLUSIVE W ARRANT Y PR OVIDED BY XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR XANTREX PRODUCT AND IS, WHERE PERMITTED BY LAW , IN LIEU OF ALL O THER W ARRANTIES, CONDITIONS, GU ARANTEES, REPRESENT A TIONS, OBLIGA T[...]

  • Page 16

    Installation Guide 16 ©2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 Limited Warranty (continued) Exclusions If this product is a consumer product, federal law does not allow an ex clusion of implied warranties . T o the extent you are entitled to implied warranties under federal law , to the extent permitted by[...]

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    ©2002 Xantrex T echnology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 17 Limited Warranty (continued) WARNING: LIMITA TIONS ON USE The Fuse Block is not intended for use in connection with life support systems and Xantrex makes no warranty or representation in connection with any use of the product for such purposes. Xantrex T echnol[...]

  • Page 18

    Installation Guide 18 ©2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 Limited Warranty (continued) Shipping Instructions 1 . P ackage the unit safely , prefer ably using the original box and packing materials. Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent. This w[...]

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    ©2002 Xantrex T echnology Inc. All Rights Reserved P/N 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 19 Service Information Part Number: Purchase Date: Problem: Include a telephone number where you can be reached during business hours and a complete return shipping address (P .O . Box numbers ar e not acceptable). Name: Address: City: State / Province: Zip / Posta[...]

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    Xantre x T echnology Inc. 1 888 608 0721 Phone 1 360 435 2229 Fax www .xantrex.com Printed in the USA 973-0019-01-02 Rev A 06/2002 Installation Guide[...]