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ChargeMaster Plus 12/75-3, 12/100-3, 24/40-3, 24/60-3 – User and Installation Manual
2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read the entire manual before using the ChargeMaster
Plus. Keep this manual in a secure place.
This chapter describes important safety and operating
instructions for use of a ChargeMaster Plus in residential,
recreational vehicle (RV) and marine applications.
2.1 General
1 The appliance is not to be used by children or persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction
2 To reduce the risk of electric shock – Do not expose
the ChargeMaster Plus to rain, snow, spray, moisture,
excessive pollution and condensing circumstances.
To reduce risk of fire hazard, do not cover or obstruct
the ventilation openings. Do not install the
ChargeMaster Plus in a non-ventilated room,
overheating may result.
3 Use of an attachment or spare part not recommended
or sold by Mastervolt may result in a risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons.
4 The ChargeMaster Plus is designed to be
permanently connected to an AC and DC electrical
system. Installation of, and work on the ChargeMaster
Plus, may be carried out only by qualified and trained
personnel, consistent with the locally applicable
standards and regulations.
5 Make sure that all wiring is properly installed, in good
electrical condition, and correctly sized to match the
AC ampere rating of the ChargeMaster Plus. Check
the wiring on a regular base, at least once a year. Do
not use the ChargeMaster Plus when the wiring is
undersized or damaged.
6 Do not operate the ChargeMaster Plus if it has
received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
7 Except for the connection compartment, see chapter
3, the ChargeMaster Plus may not be opened or
disassembled. There are no serviceable parts inside
the cabinet. Take it to a qualified, authorized and
trained serviceman when service or repair is required.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric
shock or fire.
8 To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect the
ChargeMaster Plus from both AC and DC electrical
system before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
Be sure that third parties cannot reverse the
measures taken.
9 The ChargeMaster Plus must be provided with an
equipment-grounding conductor to the AC input
ground terminal. Grounding and all other wiring must
comply with local codes and ordinances.
10 Short circuiting or reversing polarity will lead to
serious damage to batteries, ChargeMaster Plus,
wiring as well as accessories. Fuses cannot prevent
damage caused by reversed polarity and the warranty
will be void.
11 In case of fire, you must use the fire extinguisher
which is appropriate for electrical equipment.
12 If applied in a marine application in the United States,
external connections to the ChargeMaster Plus shall
comply with the United States Coast Guard Electrical
Regulations (33CFR183, Sub part I).
2.2 Explosive gases
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WARNING
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RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
.
WORKING IN
VICINITY OF A LEAD
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ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS
.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL
BATTERY OPERATION
.
FOR THIS REASON
,
IT IS OF UTMOST
IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING THE
C
HARGE
M
ASTER PLUS
,
YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY
.
2 To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these
instructions and those published by battery
manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you
intend to use in vicinity of the battery. Review
cautionary marking on these products and on engine.
2.3 Personal precautions
1 Consider having someone close enough by 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 eye and clothing protection. Avoid touching
eyes while working near battery.
4 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 minutes and get medical attention
immediately.
5 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of
battery or engine.
6 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.
7 Do not wear watches, bracelets, necklaces or other
metal objects when working on batteries.