Safe Use Of The Product - Victron energy Buck-Boost 25A Manual

Safety at the electrical connection of the product
DANGER!
Risk of fatal electric shock!
WARNING!
CAUTION!

Safe use of the product

WARNING!
If the product is used in environments with lead-acid batteries, the room should be well
ventilated. Explosive hydrogen gas is released from these batteries, which can be ignited by
electric sparks.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
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When working on the electrical system, make sure that someone is around who can
help in case of an emergency.
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When installing on boats: Improper installation of electrical appliances on boats can
cause corrosion damage to the boat. Have the product connected by a qualified
electrician.
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Provide a sufficient cable intersection.
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Mount the cables so that they cannot be damaged by doors or hoods. Crushed cables
can lead to life-threatening situations, and should be replaced.
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Install the cables in such a manner that they cannot be tripped over, and any damage to
cables is excluded.
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Use wire conduits if cables are to be routed through sheet walls or other feedthroughs
with sharp edges.
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Do not combine an AC cable and DC cable in the same channel (wire conduit).
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Do not loosen the conduits or sharply kink them.
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Attach the cables with the right materials and tools.
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Never pull the cables, take sufficiently long cable lengths of sufficient intersection in
relation to its length.
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Do not use the appliance
– in a salt-containing, damp or wet conditions
– nearby aggressive vapours
– near flammable materials
– in explosive environments
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Before use, check that the cables and connections are dry.
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Always disconnect the power supply when working on the product.
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Parts of the product may still be energized after the product has been disconnected.
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Do not disconnect cables when the product is still in use.
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Prevent the product from being covered or being installed in a space that is too small.
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Provide proper ventilation.