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3 Safety instructions
General safety
Also observe the safety instructions and stipulations issued by the vehicle manufacturer and
authorized workshops.
WARNING! Electrocution hazardElectrocution hazard
Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.
Solar panels generate direct current and are sources of electricity when exposed to sunlight or other
light sources. Do not come into contact with the live parts of the solar panel, such as the terminals, as
this can result in burns, sparks and fatal shock whether the module is connected or disconnected.
Do not install solar panels when the solar panels are exposed to sunlight or other light sources. Cover
all solar panels with an opaque cloth or material to prevent the production of electricity when installing
or working with solar panels or wiring.
Installation and removal of the solar panel may only be carried out by qualified personnel.
Do not operate the solar panel if any component is visibly damaged.
If this device's power cable is damaged, the power cable must be replaced by the manufacturer, a
service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent safety hazards.
The solar panel may only be repaired by qualified personnel. Improper repairs can lead to considerable
hazards.
If you disassemble the device:
Detach all connections.
Ensure that no voltage is present on any of the inputs and outputs.
Only use accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not modify or adapt any of the components in any way.
WARNING! Risk of injury
Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.
When exposed to direct sunlight, the solar panels can heat up to a temperature of up to 70°C (158°F). Do
not come into contact with the surface of the solar panels to avoid burns.
WARNING! Health hazard
Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.
This device can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the device in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Electrical devices are not toys. Always keep and use the device out of the reach of very young
children.
Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the device.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
NOTICE! Damage hazard
Ensure that other objects cannot cause a short circuit at the contacts of the device.
Ensure that the negative and positive poles never come into contact.
Do not step or lean on the solar panels.
Do not put excessive load on the glass or back sheet of the solar panels as this may break the cells or
cause micro cracks.
Store the solar panel in a safe place before mounting or aer dismounting. Protect the solar panels from
falling over or down.
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