Alpha Technologies UPE-6 - Manual (Page 25)

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• Various types of batteries with different mounting styles and hardware may be shipped with the system.
ALWAYS refer to the battery manufacturer’s specifi cations for correct mounting hardware and torque
requirements. Use only the hardware and torque recommended by the battery manufacturer.
• There are two types of battery terminals: the newer, threaded insert terminals, and the older, fl ag
terminals. The following drawings and pictures are for illustrative purposes only.
NOTE:
2.0 Installation, continued
2.9 Battery Installation, continued
2.9.3 Battery Terminal Connections
Threaded Insert Terminals
3/4" (19mm) x 1/4-20 Bolt
Split Washer
Flat Washer
Battery Sense Cable
Battery Cable
Battery Terminal
CAUTION!
Threaded insert terminals require the use of 3/4" (19mm) bolts. The use of 1" (25.4mm)
bolts will seriously damage the battery. The only exception is the terminal with the large
spacer for the in-line fuse link.
Fig. 2-6 Threaded Insert Battery Terminal Connections
Nut
Split Washer
Flat Washer
Battery Cable
In-Line Fuse Link
Flat Washer
1" (25.4mm) or 3/4" (19mm) x 1/4-20 Bolt
1" (25.4mm) x 1/4-20 Bolt
Flat Washer
Split Washer
Spacer
Battery Terminal
Fuse