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I. Installation Requirements
1. Where to install
The Power Inverter should be installed in a location that meets the following requirements:
•
Dry
–
Do not expose the Inverter to high levels of moisture, rain, snow, spray or bilge fluids. Make sure the
Inverter is not exposed to salt water vapour.
•
Temperature –
Ambient air temperature should be between 0°Cand 40°
C.
Do not expose the Inverter to heat
sources or direct sunlight.
•
Safety –
Do not install in a battery compartment or other areas where flammable fumes may exist, such as fuel
storage or engine compartments.
•
Ventilation –
Allow at least 25mm of clearance around the inverter for airflow. Ensure the ventilation openings on
the sides and bottom of the unit are not obstructed. The installation site should not be susceptible to temperatures
in excess of 50°C.
•
Dust-free –
Do not install the inverter in an environment where there is dust, wood particles or other
filings/shavings present. These can pull into the unit blocking the cooling fans.
•
Close to battery/batteries –
Avoid excessive cable lengths
(Mount the inverter between one and two meters
from the batteries)
but do not install the inverter over or in the same compartment as batteries. Use the
recommended wire lengths and sizes. Do not mount the inverter where it will be exposed to the gases produced
by the battery or battery bank. These gases are very corrosive and prolonged exposure will damage the inverter.
•
Wall-mount
–
Inspection and operation of the Inverter is easier if the unit is mounted at a convenient height and
the DC cables hang naturally out of the way.
2. Safety Grounding
To prevent electrical shock,
DO NOT
operate the Inverter without connecting it to an appropriate ground.
3. 230V Models
There is no connection made inside the Inverter from either of the line conductors (line or neutral) to the earth ground.
Please read these instructions carefully before commencing installation.
Installation should be performed by competent qualified installer as dangerous voltages can be present. Complete
the following steps in the order shown:
4. Mounting
•
Unpack the Inverter from the shipping container and inspect the unit for any obvious transit damage. Report any
concerns immediately to your supplier.
•
Mount the Inverter to a suitable surface, paying close attention to the mounting requirements previously
mentioned in this manual.
5. AC
Wiring
Important:
to satisfy warranty requirements and conditions, a qualified electrician must perform all AC wiring.
WARNING!
Operation of the inverter without a proper ground connection may result in an
electrical safety hazard.
