Important Safety Information
WARNING
Before installing and using your Prowatt 1000, be sure to read and save these safety instructions.
General Precautions
1.Before installing and using the inverter, read all appropriate sections of this guide as well as all instructions and cautionary markings on the inverter and the batteries.
2.Do not operate the inverter if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged. If the unit is damaged, see “Warranty” on page
3.Do not dismantle the inverter; it contains no
4.To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect AC and DC power from the inverter before working on any circuits connected to the inverter. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
5.Do not expose the inverter to rain, snow, spray, or bilge water.
6.To reduce the risk of overheating or fire, do not obstruct the ventilation openings, and do not install the inverter in a zero- clearance compartment.
Explosive Gas Precautions
1.Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation. Be sure you read this guide and all battery documentation and follow all instructions exactly before installing or using your inverter.
2.This equipment contains components which tend to produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install the inverter in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials or in
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