Safety And Regulatory Information - Victron energy 12/50 Mode D'emploi

SAFETY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION

General
• Review related documentation of this product to
familiarise yourself with safety markings and
instructions before you operate the equipment.
• This product has been designed and tested in
accordance with international standards. Only use
the equipment for the intended purpose of
application.
• WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. The
product is used in conjunction with a permanent
energy source (battery). Even if the equipment is
switched off, dangerous electrical voltages may
appear at the in- and/or output terminals. Always
disconnect AC power and battery before
maintaining or servicing the product.
A Ground Fault Circuit Interruptor (GFCI) must be
installed in the AC supply circuit.
• There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do
not remove the frontplate or operate the product
without the frontplate fitted. Refer all servicing to
qualified personnel.
• Never use the product in locations where there is
danger of gas- or dust explosions. Consult your
supplier to ensure that the product is intended for
use in conjunction with the battery. Always apply
the battery manufacturer's safety instructions.
• Caution: never carry heavy loads without
assistance.
• Explosive gases can be generated during
charging of a lead-acid battery. Prevent open
flame and sparks. Take care of sufficient
ventilation during charging.
• Never try to recharge non-rechargeable
batteries.
• The on/off switch at the front panel of this battery
charger does not isolate the main circuits.
• A double-pole switch with a minimum contact
distance of 3mm must be incorporated in the fixed
mains input wiring of the installation
Installation
• The installation of this product must be
performed by qualified personnel.
• Always refer to the installation section in the
operator's manual before applying power to the
equipment.
• This is a Safety Class I product (provided with a
protective earthing terminal). An uninterruptible
safety earth ground must be provided at the AC
in/output terminals. An additional grounding point
is located at the outside of the product. Whenever
it is likely that the grounding protection has been
impaired, the product must be made inoperative
and secured against any unintended operation;
refer to qualified service personnel.
• Make sure that fuses and circuit breakers are
provided in the connecting wires. Never replace a
safety component by a different type. Consult the
manual for determining the correct component.
• Make sure that all cables and wiring in the
installation are anchored such that the conductors
are relieved from strain and twisting.
• Before applying power, verify that the available
power source matches the configuration settings
of the product as described in the manual.
• Ensure that the environmental conditions are
suitable for operation of the equipment. Never
operate the product in a wet or in a dusty
environment.
• Always allow enough free space around the
product for ventilation and make sure that
ventilation vents are not blocked.
• Be sure that the demanded power does not
exceed the capacity of the product.
• This device is a continuous duty automatic
charger for rechargeable open, sealed and gel
lead acid batteries (max. 12 x 2V cells)
• For supply connection use wires suitable for at
least 75° C (167° F).
• CAUTION: Replace defective cords or wires
immediately.
Transport and storage
• When storing or transporting the product make
certain that mains power and battery leads are
disconnected.
• No liability can be accepted for any transport
damage when equipment is shipped in non-
original packaging.
• Store the product in a dry location, storage
temperature must be between –20° C and 60° C.
• Refer to the battery manufacturer manual
concerning transport, storage, charging,
recharging and disposal of the battery.
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