Explosive Gases; Warnings Regarding The Use Of Batteries - Mastervolt CZONE Mac Plus User And Installation Manual

service technician when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk
of electric shock or fire.
To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect the Mac Plus from the DC electrical system before
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attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
The Mac Plus may not be used by children or by those who cannot read and understand the
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manual if they are not supervised by a responsible person who can guarantee that the charger
is being used in a safe manner. Keep the charger away from children.
Short circuiting or reversing polarity will lead to serious damage to batteries, Mac Plus, wiring
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as well as accessories. Fuses cannot prevent damage caused by reversed polarity and the
warranty will be void.
In case of fire, you must use the fire extinguisher which is appropriate for electrical equipment.
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If applied in a marine application in the United States, external connections to the Mac Plus
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shall comply with the United States Coast Guard Electrical Regulations
(33CFR183, Sub part I).

Explosive gases

WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID
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BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING
NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE
THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING THE Mac Plus, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
2 To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by battery
manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of the battery.
Review cautionary marking on these products.
DANGER: To reduce the risk of explosion – Never use the Mac Plus in situations where there
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is danger of gas or dust explosion or area in which ignition-protected equipment is required.

Warnings regarding the use of batteries

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Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you
work near a battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or
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eyes.
Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near
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battery.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters
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eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical
attention immediately.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
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