Xantrex Technology 815-2024, 815-3024 manual Fire And Burn Hazard, Explosion Hazard, 97-0019-01-01

Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page v Wednesday, October 9, 2013 1:34 PM

FIRE AND BURN HAZARD

•Do not cover or obstruct the air intake vent openings and/or install in a zero-clearance compartment.

•Do not use transformerless battery chargers in conjunction with the inverter/charger due to overheating.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

EXPLOSION HAZARD

•Charge only properly rated (such as 12 V) lead-acid (GEL, AGM, Flooded, or lead-calcium) rechargeable batteries because other battery types may explode.

•Do not work in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation. See note #1.

•Do not install and/or operate in compartments containing flammable materials or in locations that require ignition-protected equipment. See notes #2 and #3.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

NOTES:

1.Follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.

2.This inverter/charger contains components which tend to produce arcs or sparks.

3.Locations include any space containing gasoline-powered machinery, fuel tanks, as well as joints, fittings, or other connections between components of the fuel system.

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