How to Install a Victron Orion XS DC-DC Charger | Replace Charge Diodes for Better Battery Charging

In this video, we show you how to install the Victron Orion XS DC-DC charger, which replaces an old charge diode setup for improved power distribution and more efficient battery charging.

If you're upgrading your marine, RV, or campervan electrical system, replacing outdated diodes with a modern Victron DC-DC charger can significantly improve performance, safety, and charging efficiency. We walk through the tools, wiring, and step-by-step process to help you get it right.

👉 Chapters:
0:00 Wiring Overview
4:02 Strip down
6:05 Alternator & Regulator
10:09 Crimping wires
14:42 Installation Steps
26:00 Dead Starter Batt!
27:19 Commissioning

🔧 Tools & Parts Used:

Victron Orion XS DC-DC Charger

Wire, fuses, heat shrink, crimp tools and a Multimeter for testing

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