ZAMP SOLAR USP1008 Sidewall Port for Unregulated Portables User Guide

June 4, 2024
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ZAMP SOLAR USP1008 Sidewall Port for Unregulated Portables

TOOLS NEEDED

  • Drill
  • 1″ hole saw
  • 7/16″ socket, nut driver or open ended wrench
  • 9/16″ socket, nut driver or open ended wrench

CONTENTS

  • ATP Sidewall port with 15ft wire harness
  • Peel and Stick Gasket
  • ATP Receptacle Boot
  • Mounting Screws for Sidewall port

NOT INCLUDED

  • Solar Circuit Breaker
    • Included with some kits
  • Negative junction post
    • Included with some kits

INSTALL SAFETY

  • NOT FOR DIRECT CONNECTION TO BATTERY
  • Install ring terminals to solar side of charge controller as detailed

STEP 1: WIRE THE SIDEWALL PORT

  1. Ensure solar panels are not connected at this time.
  2. Identify location for sidewall port install.
  3. Drill hole using the 1″ hole saw.
    • Zamp solar recommends using a 1″ grommet to protect the wiring from abrasion.
  4. Run wires through the drilled hole.
  5. Choose a wiring option below.

Option 1: Install with a Solar Circuit Breaker

  • A. Using the 7/16″ socket, connect the positive (red) wire to the terminal labeled “BAT” on the Circuit Breaker.
    • This should be on the same terminal as the positive wire coming from your roof cap.
  • B. Connect the negative (black) wire to the negative junction post.
    • This should be on the same terminal as the negative wire coming from your roof cap.

Option 2: Install without a Solar Circuit Breaker

  • A. Cut off ring terminals.
  • B. Using wire strippers, strip back wires approximately 1/2″
  • C. Connect the positive (red) wire to the positive solar input on the charge controller
  • D. Connect the negative (black) wire to the negative solar input on the charge controller.

STEP 2: MOUNT THE SIDEWALL PORT

  1. Peel the white protective layer off of both sides of the included gasket and stick one side onto the bottom of the side wall port.
    • For increased longevity, apply self-leveling sealant around the perimeter of the sidewall port that will be in contact with the vehicle.
  2. Mount the sidewall port in place using proper fasteners.

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