Important Safety Instructions
The following is a list of initials, terms, and definitions used in conjunction with this product.
Table 1 Terms and Definitions
Term Definition
AC Alternating Current; refers to voltage produced by the inverter, utility grid, or generator
AGS Automatic Generator Start
AUX Inverter’s 12-volt auxiliary output
DC Direct Current; refers to voltage produced by the batteries or renewable source
DVM Digital Voltmeter
GFDI Ground Fault Detector Interruptor; a safety device for PV systems
Grid-interactive,
grid-intertie, grid-tie
Utility grid power is available for use and the inverter is a model capable of returning
(selling) electricity back to the utility grid
GND Ground; a permanent conductive connection to earth for safety reasons; also known as
Chassis Ground, Protective Earth, and PE
LED Light-Emitting Diode; refers to indicators used by the inverter and the system display
NEU AC Neutral; also known as Common
Off-grid Utility grid power is not available for use
On-grid Utility grid power is available for use (does not imply grid-interactive capability)
PV Photovoltaic
RE Renewable Energy
RTS Remote Temperature Sensor; accessory that measures battery temperature for charging
System display Remote interface device (such as the MATE), used for monitoring, programming and
communicating with the inverter; also called “remote system display”
Utility grid The electrical service and infrastructure supported by the electrical or utility company;
also called “mains”, “utility service”, or “grid”
General Safety WARNING: Limitations on Use
This equipment is NOT intended for use with life support equipment or other medical
equipment or devices.
CAUTION: Equipment Damage
Only use components or accessories recommended or sold by OutBack Power
Technologies or its authorized agents.
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