Specifications
ENGLISH 5
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
You will replace the standard lead-acid batteries with
absorbed glass mat (AGM) batteries (Fig. 1) and also
add extra AGM batteries to get extended time running
on battery power.
The rst step is to nd space for the extra batteries
and inverter. Note that whenever possible the
inverter should be mounted in the same box with the
batteries.
Available space will vary based on the truck
specications, such as frame length, fuel tank length
and empty tool boxes already on the truck.
If additional boxes are included in your kit, you will
need to mount them rmly to the frame of the truck.
This may require that some slight adjustments be
made to fuel tank placement. Be creative, however,
always be cautious, as any changes you make could
cause problems elsewhere.
If you choose to use boxes already installed on the
truck for additional batteries make sure they are rated
for the weight of the batteries and inverter.
Never disregard OEM suggestions relating to frame
welding and drilling, as they are very important.
Consider center-mount battery boxes (Fig. 2).
Freightliner and Volvo offer center-mount boxes that
offer four battery spaces.
Dometic offers a range of battery boxes that will
mount on the side of the frame well and a center
mount box, which mounts between the rails, just
behind the cab. Refer to Dometic Publication L–2328
for more information.
These boxes are typically offered pre-loaded with
components. However, the boxes can also be
purchased empty.
Figure 1 – AGM batteries replace standard lead-acid batteries
Figure 2 – Center-mount battery box
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