Personal Precautions - Trace Engineering PS Series Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
6. NOTE: Do not use the keyhole mounting slots for permanent installations. For battery installation and
maintenance read the battery manufacturer's installation and maintenance instructions prior to
operating.
7. No AC or DC disconnects are provided as an integral part of this inverter. Both AC and DC
disconnects must be provided as part of the system installation. Refer to the INSTALLATION section
beginning on page 17 for more information.
8. No overcurrent protection for the battery supply is provided as an integral part of this inverter.
Overcurrent protection of the battery cables must be provided as part of the system installation. Refer
to the INSTALLATION section beginning on page 17 and the DC DISCONNECT AND
OVERCURRENT PROTECTION section on page 21 for more information.
9. No over current protection for the AC output wiring is provided as an integral part of this inverter.
Overcurrent protection of the AC output wiring must be provided as part of the system installation.
Refer to the INSTALLATION section beginning on page 17 and the AC WIRING section on page 18
for more information.
10. The AC output neutral conductor and DC negative conductors are not connected (bonded) to the
inverter chassis. Both the input and output conductors are isolated from the enclosure and each
other. System grounding, if required by sections 690-40, and 690-42 of the National Electric Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70-1996, is the responsibility of the system installer. All installations must comply with
local and national electrical codes and standards.
11. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS - This inverter/battery charger should be connected to a grounded,
permanent wiring system. For most installations, the negative battery conductor should be bonded to
the grounding system at one (and only one point) in the system. All installations should comply with
national and local codes and ordinances. Refer to the SYSTEM GROUNDING section on page 24 for
more information.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

1. Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work
near batteries.
2. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
3. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near
batteries. Wash your hands when done.
4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye,
immediately flood eye with running cool water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention
immediately.
(a) Baking soda neutralizes lead acid battery electrolyte.
(b) Vinegar neutralizes spilled NiCad and NiFe battery electrolyte.
(c) Keep a supply on hand in the area of the batteries.
5. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of a battery or generator.
6. Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto batteries. It could short-circuit the
batteries or other electrical parts that may result in a spark which could cause an explosion.
7. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a
battery. A battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal,
causing severe burns.
8. NEVER charge a frozen battery.
9. If necessary to remove the battery, make sure all accessories are off. Then, remove the grounded
terminal from the battery first.
10. If a remote or automatic generator start system is used, disable the automatic starting circuit and/or
disconnect the generator from its starting battery while performing maintenance to prevent accidental
starting.
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PS Series Inverter/Charger
Part No. 3597
Rev. D: November 23, 1999