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263764
General Safety
WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING: This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced, physical or mental capabilities or lack of experience or knowledge unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the device by a
person responsible for their safety. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the device.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
1) Work area safety
a) Do not operate electrical devices in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Electrical devices create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
2) Electrical safety
a) Electrical plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) devices. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose non-waterproof electrical devices to rain or wet conditions. Do not
submerge non-pressure-rated devices in water. Water entering an electrical device will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the power lead. Never use the lead for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the device. Keep lead away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled power leads increase the risk of electric shock.
e) If operating an electrical device in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating an
electrical device. Do not use potentially dangerous electrical devices while you are
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating potentially dangerous devices may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment including eye protection where appropriate.
Protective equipment used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to a power source. Carrying electrical devices with your finger on the switch
or energising devices that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
control of the device in unexpected situations.
4) Use and Care
a) Do not force the device. Use the correct device for your application. The correct
device will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the electrical device if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any device
that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the power source before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing electrical devices. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the device accidentally.
d) Store idle devices out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the device or these instructions to operate it. Electrical devices may be dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain electrical devices. Check for defects of parts and any other condition
that may affect the device's operation. If damaged, have the device repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained electrical devices.
f) Use the device and its accessories in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the conditions and the task to be performed. Use of the device for
operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
WARNING: When used in Australia or New Zealand, it is recommended that devices are
ALWAYS supplied via Residual Current Device (RCD) with a rated residual current of 30mA
or less.
5) Service
a) Have your electrical devices serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the device is maintained.
Inverter Safety
WARNING: Inverters produce the same dangerous and potentially lethal AC voltage as
domestic mains sockets.
WARNING: DO NOT use the inverter in any location where flammable gases may be
present, including inside engine bays and battery compartments. Lead acid batteries can
generate flammable fumes. Electronic devices and electrical connections can cause sparks
that ignite those fumes.
WARNING: If skin or clothing come into contact with acid from leaking lead acid batteries,
remove contaminated clothing immediately, and wash affected skin with soap and
copious amounts of fresh water. If acid enters the eye, flush under cool running water for a
minimum of 15 minutes and seek urgent medical attention.
WARNING: DO NOT use the inverter near flammable materials or objects that can be
affected by heat. The inverter may become very hot during extended periods of full power
use.
WARNING: People with heart pacemakers should consult their physician before use. Strong
electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker
interference or pacemaker failure.
a) DO NOT use the inverter in a damp environment, where the air has high moisture
content or any position where the inverter could accidentally come into contact with
water. This may prevent use in a marine environment especially for smaller vessels
b) When used in a stationary location the inverter must be fully protected from the
weather and kept under cover
c) Allow sufficient space around the inverter for cooling. DO NOT place on carpets or
rugs as they can block vents on the bottom of the inverter and are a fire hazard
d) Use in cool to moderate ambient temperatures only. DO NOT place on top or near a
heating vent
e) ALWAYS confirm devices are suitable for use with moderated sine wave current.
DO NOT attempt to power devices that require pure sine wave current
f) DO NOT use on any vehicles with power supplies other than 12V. Some vehicles use
24V or 6V systems.
g) DO NOT use DC cables that are not suitable for the maximum input current rating
of the inverter. Neither the vehicle or the inverter can sense if inadequate cables are
connected and there is a fire and explosion risk to using such cables
h) DO NOT connect any AC load circuit in which the neutral conductor is connected
to protective earth or to the minus pole of the source battery. This could severely
damage both devices
i) DO NOT install this inverter into a building's electrical system. It is not designed
to be integrated safely into such an electrical system and has not been tested or
certified to meet building electrical standards. Such installations may create a fire risk
or electric shock hazard
j) DO NOT attempt to integrate the inverter in any pre-existing 230V distribution
system in a motorhome or caravan. Such work should be done by a qualified electrician
k) Connecting an inverter to an existing fused circuit of a vehicle's electrical system
can be dangerous and lead to substantial damage. ALWAYS connect an inverter
directly to a vehicle battery unless you are absolutely sure it is safe to do otherwise
Note: If you wish to have the inverter turned on and off with the vehicle's ignition, use
a fused relay circuit so that a low current circuit can turn on and off a high current
connection that is directly connected to the battery.
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