Outback Power Systems FLEXMAX 80, User Manual

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WARNING - WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL OPERATION.
Design the
battery enclosure to prevent accumulation and concentration of hydrogen gas in “pockets” at the top
of the enclosure. Vent the battery compartment from the highest point to the outside. A sloped lid can
also be used to direct the flow of hydrogen to the vent opening.
CAUTION
- To reduce risk of injury, charge only deep-cycle lead acid, lead antimony, lead calcium,
gel cell or absorbed glass mat type rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst, causing
personal injury and damage.
Never charge a frozen battery.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS DURING INSTALLATION
• Someone should be within range of your voice to come to your aid if needed.
• Keep plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing,
or eyes.
• Wear complete eye protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near batteries. Wash your hands
with soap and warm water when done.
• If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters an eye,
flood the eye with running cool water at once for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention
immediately following.
• Baking soda neutralizes lead acid battery electrolyte. Keep a supply on hand in the area of
the batteries.
• NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of a battery or generator.
• 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 can result in fire or explosion.
• Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a
battery or other electrical current. A battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld
a ring or the like to metal, causing severe burns.