Precautions When Working With Batteries - Xantrex XPower 3000 Owner's Manual

Safety

Precautions When Working With Batteries

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WARNING: Explosion or fire hazard
1. Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the
manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed to
reduce the risk of battery explosion.
2. Working in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries is dangerous. Batteries
generate explosive gases during normal operation. Therefore, you
must read this guide and follow the instructions exactly before
installing or using your
3. This equipment contains components which tend to produce arcs or
sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not operate the
Inverter 3000 in compartments containing batteries or flammable
materials, or in locations that require ignition-protected equipment.
This includes any space containing gasoline-powered machinery, fuel
tanks, as well as joints, fittings, or other connections between
components of the fuel system.
4. Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.
5. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries.
6. Use caution to reduce the risk or dropping a metal tool on the battery.
It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts and
could cause an explosion.
7. If you need to remove a battery, always remove the ground terminal
from the battery first. Make sure all accessories are off so you don't
cause a spark.
WARNING: Risk of personal injury due to burns or
battery acid
8. Remove all metal items, like rings, bracelets, and watches when
working with lead-acid batteries. Lead-acid batteries produce a short
circuit current high enough to weld metal to skin, causing a severe
burn.
9. Have someone within range of your voice or close enough to come to
your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
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