GoWISE PS1001-NP, User Manual

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INSTALLATION
PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
WARNING
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This device is not ignition protected, risk of fire or explosion.
•
This equipment contains components that could produce arcs or sparks.
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion,
DO NOT
install this equipment in
compartments containing batteries, flammable materials or fumes, or in a
location containing gasoline-powered machinery, or joints, fittings, or other
connections between components of the fuel system.
• DO NOT
mount the inverter above or below your batteries.
• Electrical Shock and Fire Hazard
We recommends all wiring be done by qualified personnel. Disconnect
all AC and DC power sources to prevent accidental shock. Disable and
secure all AC and DC disconnect devices and automatic generator starting
devices. It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure compliance with all the
applicable installation codes and regulations
•
Installation Precaution
The power inverter should be mounted on a flat horizontal surface or a
vertical surface. In no case should the front or rear end caps be facing in an
upward or downward position. This allows proper ventilation and product
safety of the unit as intended by design.
• Fire Hazard
DO NOT
cover or obstruct the ventilation openings.
DO NOT
install this
equipment in a compartment with limited airflow. Overheating may result.
•
Risk of fire or explosion.
•
Low voltage - electrical burn and spark hazard.
•
Disconnect battery power before servicing.
NOTE: This unit requires a large amperage draw from a DC battery when
in inverter mode. Care must be taken during installation to provide properly
sized cables from the battery to the inverter. Cable runs must be as short
as possible and of the appropriate size and type. See the Installation
section for more details.
Installation Recommendations and Requirements Include the Following:
The U.S. National Electrical Code (NEC)
RV Industry Association (RVIA)
The Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
Canadian Standards Association (CSA)