Installation Manual HLF-25, 30, 40, & 50 - Waltco

Chapter 4INSTALLATION OF POWER CABLESThese instructions are for connecting to truckbatteries only. Refer to auxiliary batteryinstructions in back of this manual.Locate and mount circuit breaker directly to batteriesusing copper terminal link supplied.Circuit breaker must be mounted to give good protectionagainst any objects coming into contact with circuitbreaker terminals and causing a short. Position mustalso be readily accessible to reset breaker.NOTE:Circuit Breaker is to rest solidly on batteryto prevent vibration during transit.If unable to connect circuit breaker direct to batteries,an optional jumper cable can be made from excessivelength of power cable, see instructions above forinstalling terminal lugs.Connect power cable (positive) from liftgate to circuitbreaker. Then connect ground cable to negativeterminal on batteries.Apply a generous amount of Dielectric Grease to allBattery terminals and Circuit Breaker terminals.InstallationCircuit BreakerBattery Cables fromLiftgateCopper Terminal LinkProtect wires from any sharp edges orholes that may abrade insulated coveringof wires.Secure battery cable so it does not comenear, or in contact with, other vehiclewiring, fuel lines, brake lines, air hoses,exhaust system, etc.Vehicle BatteriesIMPORTANT:DO NOT operate liftgate until Mounting Bar hasbeen removed.GR02764Page 21