Xantrex Technology 3000 manual Important Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions. Read and keep this Owner’s Guide for future reference.

1.Before installing and using the XPower Inverter 3000 Plus, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the XPower Inverter 3000 Plus, the batteries, and all appropriate sections of this guide.

2.Do not expose the XPower Inverter 3000 Plus to rain, snow, spray, or bilge water. To reduce risk of fire hazard, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings. Do not install the XPower Inverter 3000 Plus in a zero-clearance compartment. Overheating may result.

3.Use only attachments recommended or sold by the manufacturer. Doing otherwise may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

4.To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock, make sure that existing wiring is in good condition and that wire is not undersized. Do not operate the XPower Inverter 3000 Plus with damaged or substandard wiring.

5.Do not operate the XPower Inverter 3000 Plus if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. If the XPower Inverter 3000 Plus is damaged, see the Warranty section.

6.Do not disassemble the XPower Inverter 3000 Plus. It contains no user-serviceable parts. See Warranty for instructions on obtaining service. Attempting to service the XPower Inverter 3000 Plus yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire. Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is disconnected.

7.To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect both AC and DC power from the XPower Inverter 3000 Plus before attempting any maintenance or cleaning or working on any circuits connected to the XPower Inverter 3000 Plus. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.

8.The XPower Inverter 3000 Plus must be provided with an equipment- grounding conductor connected to the AC input ground.

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