Installation
Caution
This product may only be installed by a qualified engineer.
Each system requires a method of disconnecting the AC and DC circuits. If the overcurrent protection device is a circuit breaker, it will also serve as the disconnect. If fuses are used, separate disconnect switches will be needed between the source and the fuses.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not connect to an ac load centre (circuit breaker panel) having multiwire branch circuits connected.
To reduce the risk of injury, charge only Lead Acid or LIFEPO4 type rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage. Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the marine unit manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS - Connect and disconnect DC output connections only after setting any marine unit switches to off position and removing AC cord from electric outlet or opening AC disconnect.
EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS TO CHARGER SHALL COMPLY WITH THE UNITED STATES COAST GUARD ELECTRICAL REGULATIONS (33CFR183, SUB PART I).
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS – This marine unit should be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding conductor should be run with circuit conductors and connected to equipment-grounding terminal or lead on unit. Connections to unit should comply with all local codes and ordinances
This product is not suitable for direct connection to a vehicle's electrical system. It should be connected to a dedicated DC system that includes a dedicated service or house battery, appropriate fusing, and the appropriate gauge of DC wiring. For recommendations on battery capacity, fuse rating, and cable gauge, refer to the Battery connection chapter in this manual.
Warning
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES) WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT IN THE VICINITY OF THEBATTERY, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:
Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 min and get medical attention immediately.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery. It might spark or short-circuit battery or other electrical part that may cause explosion.
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 current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn. • NEVER charge a frozen battery.
If necessary to remove battery from vessel, always remove grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vessels are off, so as not to cause an arc.
Be sure area around battery is well ventilated. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes. Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of charge.
Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.
Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of charge.