Iii) Installation; A) Materials Provided; B) Location - NewMar PT-24-20W Installation & Operation Manual

10. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged; take to a qualified
serviceman.
11. Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified
serviceman when service or repair is necessary. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock and fire.
12. To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the charger from
AC source before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
WARNING—RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
1. WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS
DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING
NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF THE
UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING
Y OUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
2. To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions
and those published by the battery manufacturer and by the
manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of
the battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on
the engine.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
1. Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough
to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
2. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery
acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
3. Wear complete eye and clothing protection. Avoid touching
your eyes while working near a battery.
4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately
with soap and water. If battery acid enters the eye, immediately
flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get
medical attention immediately.
5. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the
battery or engine.
6. Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool
onto the battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other
electrical part and cause an explosion.
7. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A
lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit high enough to weld
a ring or the like metal, causing a severe burn.
8. Use the battery charger for charging gel-cell or flooded lead-acid
batteries only. It is not intended to supply power to a low voltage
electrical system other than in a starter-motor application. Do not
use the charger for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly
used with home applications. These batteries may burst and cause
injury to persons and damage to property.
9. NEVER charge a frozen battery.
PREPARING TO CHARGE
1. Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.
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2. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from
coming in contact with eyes.
3. Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level
specified by battery manufacturer. This helps purge excessive gas
from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery without cell caps, carefully
follow manufacturer's recharging instructions.
4. Study all battery manufacturers' specific precautions such
as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and
recommended rates of charge.
GROUNDING AND A.C. POWER CORD CONNECTION
1. The charger should be grounded to reduce risk of electrical
shock.
2. The Phase Three Charger is provided with IEC certified AC power
cord. If, for any reason, the plug on the cord must be changed or
replaced, observe color coding of the AC wiring as follows:
Brown
Hot (fused)
Blue
Neutral
Green
Ground (safety/earth)
The charger must be plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
DANGER: Never alter the AC cord or plug provided, unless it is
absolutely necessary for use with the AC outlet which conforms
to all relevant electrical codes. Any modification of the cord must
only be done by a qualified electrician. Improper cord/outlet
connection can result in a risk of electrical shock.
EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS TO THE CHARGER SHALL COMPLY
WITH UL RECOMMENDATIONS AND/OR UNITED STATES COAST
GUARD ELECTRICAL REGULATIONS (33CFR183, WSUB-PART I)
THE INSTALLATION AND PROTECTION OF VESSEL WIRING
ASSOCIATED WITH BATTERY CHARGERS SHALL COMPLY WITH
ABYC STANDARDS E-11) AC & DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ON
BOATS, AND A-31) BATTERY CHARGERS & INVERTERS.

III) INSTALLATION

A) Materials Provided

The Phase Three charger is provided completely assembled and
ready for installation. Because of numerous installation variables,
the installer will need to provide four suitable _" mounting screws/
washers, as well as DC output wiring and connectors. Proper sizes
and gauges for the wire and connectors are noted in section III-D
following.

B) Location

The charger should be mounted on a wall, bulkhead or other
suitable mounting surfaces as close to the batteries to be charged
as possible. Do not mount the charger directly over the batteries
as fumes may cause excessive corrosion. The area should be well
ventilated and free from excessive moisture, exhaust manifolds,
and battery fumes.
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