Important Safety Instructions; General Safety Precautions - Xantrex Truecharge TC10TB Owner's Manual

Truecharge 10TB Owner's Manual
2.0 Important Safety Instructions ... Before You
Install the Truecharge
Incorrect installation or operation of the Truecharge may result in hazardous
conditions. We urge you to pay special attention to all CAUTION and WARNING
statements. CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that may result in
damage to the Truecharge or to other equipment. WARNING statements identify
conditions that may result in personal injury or loss of life. Failure to follow instructions
in this manual may result in personal injury and/or damage to the Truecharge.

2.1 General Safety Precautions

1. Do not expose the Truecharge to rain, snow, spray or bilge water splash.
2. All wiring must comply with local and national electrical codes. Use
only the wire sizes specified in the installation instructions. Xantrex
recommends having the installation wired by a certified electrician.
3. The Truecharge contains shock and energy hazards. Do not
disassemble. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
4. Disconnect all AC and DC power at its source prior to cleaning or
removing the wiring cover to access wiring terminals or the internal
fuse.
5. Switch off AC power before connecting or disconnecting DC wiring or
battery connections.
6. Charge only 12-volt lead acid batteries. Never attempt to charge other
types such as Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cad), or Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-
MH) batteries. Never attempt to charge any other voltage of lead acid
battery such as 6-volt or 24-volt types. These batteries may burst,
causing personal injury and damage.
7. The Truecharge can only be used as a power source when it is
connected to a battery.
8. Using attachments not recommended or sold by Xantrex may result in
risk of fire, shock or personal injury.
9. Although the Truecharge is approved as an ignition-protected device,
avoid installing it in any space containing gasoline or propane tanks, a
gasoline engine or associated fuel lines and fittings.
10. Do not install the Truecharge in a zero-clearance enclosure.
Overheating may result. Mount correctly and maintain the clearance
around the unit, as detailed in the installation instructions.
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