Supplemental Directives; General Safety Messages - Dometic SMRTSTACRV Installation And Operation Manual

SmartStart RV Soft Start Accessory
NOTICE: Used to address practices not related to
physical injury.
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to physical injury.

1 .3 Supplemental Directives

To reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, please
observe the following directives before proceeding to
install or operate this appliance:
• Read and follow all safety information and
instructions.
• Read and understand these instructions before
installing or operating this product.
• The installation must comply with all applicable local
or national codes, including the latest edition of the
following standards:
U .S .A .
• ANSI/NFPA70, National Electrical Code (NEC)
• ANSI/NFPA1192, Recreational Vehicles Code
• UL Standard 60947
Canada
• CSA C22.1, Parts l & ll, Canadian Electrical Code
• CSA C22.2 No. 60947
• CSA Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicles

1 .4 General Safety Messages


WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD .
Before proceeding with the installation of the
SmartStart RV Soft Start Accessory, all electrical
energy sources supplying the air conditioning unit
must be turned off at the nearest switch as well as
at the electrical control panel. After turning off all
electrical sources supplying the air conditioning
unit, wait a full five minutes before proceeding to
install the SmartStart RV Soft Start Accessory into
the air conditioning unit to avoid potential latent
electrical charge which may be remaining in the air
conditioner's capacitor. Failure to obey this warning
could result in death or serious injury.
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Explanation of Symbols and Safety Instructions

WARNING: FIRE HAZARD .
Ensure all the electrical connections are secure
to maintain the appropriate near-zero resistance
levels. A poor electrical connection in any electrical
circuit can lead to high electrical resistance at
the point of poor connection, resulting in high
temperature and amperage. Not only can this
potentially damage the equipment, it can also result
in a risk of fire. Failure to obey this warning could
result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE, AND/
OR EXPLOSION HAZARD . Failure to obey the
following warnings could result in death or
serious injury:
• Use only Dometic replacement parts and
components that are specifically approved for use
with the appliance.
• Avoid improper installation, adjustment, alterations,
service, or maintenance of the appliance. Service and
maintenance must be done by a qualified service
person only. Installation by a certified electrician is
highly recommended.
• Do not modify this product in any way. Modification
can be extremely hazardous.
• Use care when diagnosing and/or adjusting
components on a powered unit. Disconnect all
remote servicing electric power supplies before
servicing.
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