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Personal Safety Precautions Continued
5. Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto a battery. It may
spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical parts that may cause an explosion.
6. Remove all personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, watches and
jewelry when working near a battery. A battery can produce a short circuit high enough
to weld a ring or any metal, causing serious burns.
7. Never charge or invert power from a frozen battery.
*WARNING: Restrictions on Use- The TruePower inverter shall not be used in connection
with life support systems or other medical equipment devices.
Preparing for Installation
The 200 and 400 watt models can be used with the cigarette lighter adapter, but
they may not be able to product their full power potential, because they are restricted
by the cigarette adapter’s fuse in your vehicle. Read this entire installation section
if you plan a hardwire installation from beginning to end.
WARNING
: This devise is not Ignition Protected
Avoid serious injury or death from or explosion. Do not install in compartments containing
gasoline fueled engines or gasoline tank, or in areas where ignition protected equipment
is required.
WARNING:
Do not mount the inverter above or below your batteries.
WARNING:
Electrical shock and fire hazards
On Board Solutions, a ProMariner Company 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.
WARNING:
Installation Precaution
The TruePower inverter should be mounted on a flat horizontal surface or a vertical
surface with the front panel and label facing the user. In no case should the front or
rear endcaps be facing in an upward or downward position. This allows proper ventilation
and product safety of the unit as intended by design.
WARNING:
Fire Hazard
Do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings. Do not install this equipment in a
compartment with limited airflow; Overheating may result.
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