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USER’S GUIDE
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USER’S GUIDE
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2.4.3 Series/Parallel Connections
To increase both voltage and capacity, connect additional batteries in series and parallel. Refer to
Diagram 3 for series/parallel connections.
Diagram 3
2.5 Battery Orientation
Deep-cycle ooded/wet batteries must be placed upright at all times. Fluid in the battery will spill if the
battery is placed on its side or at an angle. Deep-cycle AGM or gel batteries are spill-proof so they can be
placed either upright or on their side.
Example
Four T-105, 6V batteries rated at 225AH connected in series/parallel
System Voltage: 6V + 6V = 12V
System Capacity = 225AH + 225AH = 450AH
2.4 Connecting Batteries to Increase System Power
You can increase capacity and voltage, or both, by conguring your batteries as follows:
2 . 4 .1 Series Connections
To increase voltage, connect batteries in series. This will not increase the system capacity. Refer to
Diagram 1 for series connections.
Diagram 1
2.4.2 Parallel Connections
To increase capacity, connect batteries in parallel. This will not increase the system voltage. Refer to
Diagram 2 for parallel connections.
Diagram 2
Example
Two T-105, 6V batteries rated at 225 Amp-Hours (AH) connected in series
System Voltage: 6V + 6V = 12V
System Capacity = 225AH
Example
Two T-105, 6V batteries rated at 225AH connected in parallel
System Voltage: 6V
System Capacity = 225AH + 225AH = 450AH