General Information On Working With Batteries; Personal Protection And Protection Of Others; Safety Measures In Normal Operation - Fronius Selectiva 4.0 Operating Instructions Manual

Never breathe in the gases and vapors produced by the battery – ensure there is
a sufficient supply of fresh air.
Do not place any tools or electrically conductive metals on the battery, in order
to prevent short circuits.
Never allow battery acid to come into contact with your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Wear eye protection and appropriate protective clothing. Rinse away any
splashed acid immediately and thoroughly with clean water, and consult a physi-
cian if necessary.
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Personal protec- Keep persons, especially children, away from the device and working area during
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operation. However, if persons are in the vicinity:
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Before leaving the working area, ensure that no personal injury or property dam-
age can occur in your absence.
Safety measures
Operate devices with ground conductors only on a grid with a ground conductor
in normal opera- and a socket with a ground conductor contact. Operating the device on a grid
tion without a ground conductor or on a socket without a ground conductor contact is
considered gross negligence. The manufacturer accepts no liability for any dam-
age resulting from improper use.
Only operate the device in accordance with the protection class shown on the
rating plate.
Never commission the device if it is damaged.
Have the grid and device supply lead regularly inspected by an electrician to en-
sure that the ground conductor is functioning properly.
Safety devices that are not fully functional and components with defects must
be repaired by an authorized specialist before the device is turned on.
Never bypass or disable protection devices.
A freely accessible mains plug is required after installation.
Protect batteries from dirt and mechanical damage.
Store charged batteries in cool rooms. The lowest self discharge occurs at
approx. +2°C (35.6°F).
Refer to the specifications of the battery manufacturer or conduct weekly
visual inspections to ensure that the battery is filled with acid (electrolyte)
up to the maximum marking.
Do not start operating the device, or immediately stop operation, and have
the battery inspected by an authorized specialist if:
- The acid level is uneven or there is high water consumption in individual
cells caused by a possible defect
- The battery heats up to an impermissible level, above 55°C (131°F)
Inform them of any dangers (hazardous acids and gases, risk due to grid and
charging current, etc.),
Provide suitable protective equipment.
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