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    Newmar Manual-APS-70 Automatic Power Selector 072514

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    The APS-70 provides redundant power from two independent batteries to a single critical load up to 70 amps. It uses internal diodes to maintain isolation between the batteries and draws power from the battery with the higher charge. Installation involves wiring the batteries and load to the APS terminals and selecting the proper wire gauge based on length. Proper installation requires using the supplied hardware.

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    The APS-70 provides redundant power from two independent batteries to a single critical load up to 70 amps. It uses internal diodes to maintain isolation between the batteries and draws power from the battery with the higher charge. Installation involves wiring the batteries and load to the APS terminals and selecting the proper wire gauge based on length. Proper installation requires using the supplied hardware.

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    The APS-70 provides redundant power from two independent batteries to a single critical load up to 70 amps. It uses internal diodes to maintain isolation between the batteries and draws power from the battery with the higher charge. Installation involves wiring the batteries and load to the APS terminals and selecting the proper wire gauge based on length. Proper installation requires using the supplied hardware.

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    Newmar Manual-APS-70 Automatic Power Selector 072514

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    The APS-70 provides redundant power from two independent batteries to a single critical load up to 70 amps. It uses internal diodes to maintain isolation between the batteries and draws power from the battery with the higher charge. Installation involves wiring the batteries and load to the APS terminals and selecting the proper wire gauge based on length. Proper installation requires using the supplied hardware.

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    Automatic Power Selector

    Model: APS-70
    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
    General Description

    The APS (Automatic Power Selector) provides a simple, solid-state solution to the need for routing redundant DC power sources for
    vital electronic equipment while maintaining isolation of the DC power sources.

    Document Note: The APS may be used to facilitate redundant power from any DC power source, such as AC-DC power supplies or
    DC-DC converters, as well as batteries. For simplicity of explanation, these instructions refer to batteries as the power source, though
    any DC source may be used, as long as both sources are of the same nominal voltage.

    Two independent batteries are wired to separate terminals on the APS and internal diodes (also known as “or-ing” diodes) maintain total
    isolation between them. A single output is wired to the critical load, which is then powered by the higher voltage source.

    Isolation prevents the higher-charged battery from “dumping” into the lower charged or failed battery. Current is drawn automatically
    and continuously from the battery with the higher charge, so that there is no interruption of power if one of the batteries fails or becomes
    totally discharged.

    The APS is rated for loads of up to 70 amps on 12-48 VDC systems. The unit is ruggedly constructed with heavy duty wiring studs and
    components in an anodized aluminum case.

    Materials Provided

    The APS is supplied with a hardware packet containing (4) hex nuts, (4) lock washers, (4) self-tapping mounting screws, (3) terminal
    insulation boots (P/N 710-0109-0), and (1) instruction manual. Note: Not all of the hardware will be used in the installation; some spares
    are provided.

    IMPORTANT: Proper installation requires use of the correct (metric) hardware. If the hardware packet is missing or lost, please contact
    NEWMAR for a replacement. If you prefer to acquire hardware locally, request nut size M-6 and compatibly sized washers. For marine
    applications use only non-corrosive hardware. Wiring hardware must be situated as shown below.

    Wiring Hardware Configuration and Parts Supplied

    x 1"

    Installation

    Refer to the installation diagram on the reverse of this sheet.

    1. Shut off all charging sources and disconnect the negative (ground) side of each battery which will be wired to the APS.

    2. Mount the APS in a suitable location which will keep wire runs to a minimum length, and is (preferably) ventilated, for cooler
    operation. The case of the APS is electrically isolated from the internal diodes, so mounting on either a metal or non-metal surface is
    acceptable.
    APS-70
    072514

    P.O. Box 1306 Phone: 714-751-0488


    Newport Beach, Fax: 714-957-1621
    California 92663 E-Mail: sales@newmarpower.com
    www.newmarpower.com
    3. Obtain wires (stranded, not solid) of suitable length for the wiring runs, and terminate the ends with 6mm or 1/4" ring lugs (not
    supplied). Terminate the other ends as suitable for the load and battery. Refer to the Wire Size Table to determine the correct wire
    gauge (based on wire length).

    4. Attach the wires to the load and batteries as shown in the installation diagram. Source and Load terminals are identified on a label on
    the side of the APS for further clarification. Note: It is always recommended to fuse wiring at the battery.

    5. Reconnect the negative battery posts.

    IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT BATTERY SOURCES: Whenever the load is turned on, it can be drawing power from the batteries.
    Therefore, if the batteries are not simultaneously being recharged, or if charging will not be available for an extended period, it is
    recommended that the load be shut off to prevent complete discharge of batteries.

    Wire Size Table

    Note: WIRE LENGTH is the combined length of the wire run from the APS to the load and from the APS to the farthest battery.

    WIRE LENGTH WIRE SIZE (AWG) WIRE SIZE (MM)


    Up to 10' # 6 16
    10' - 25' # 4 25
    25' - 40' # 2 35

    Installation Diagram

    Battery 1* Battery 2*

    APS

    * or other It is recommended that you al-


    DC power source ways fuse wiring at the battery

    Fuse value determined by load/wire size


    (70 amps max. current)

    Vital Electronic Load

    Specifications

    Model: APS-70
    Input Voltage Range: 6-50 VDC, negative ground
    Maximum Load Current: 70 amps
    Operating Temperature: -40° to +80° C; derate linearly from 100% @ 50° C to 70 % @ 80° C
    Voltage Drop: Approximately .35 VDC @ 50 % load; .45 VDC @ full load
    Dimensions: 3.66 “ x 4.53” x 3.0" (9.3 x 11.5 x 7.6 cm)

    P.O. Box 1306 Phone: 714-751-0488


    Newport Beach, Fax: 714-957-1621
    California 92663 E-Mail: sales@newmarpower.com
    www.newmarpower.com

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