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12.2 Working
with
batteries
Using batteries in a wrong way may result in danger for personnel, animals or the environment. Check
information from battery manufacturer for safe installation and operation.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid contacts eyes,
immediately flush with running cold water for at least 20 minutes and get medical attention as soon as
possible.
Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of batteries.
Do not drop metal tools on batteries. The resulting spark or short circuit may cause an explosion.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when working with
batteries.
13 Planning and mounting the inverter
This section will provide you information’s about configuring and installing your inverter. Make sure
that you are aware of local rules and safety measurements.
13.1 Required power draw
Before connecting your appliances to the inverter, always check the power draw required. The inverter
is affordable to supply surge power for a short time, so as to start up electrical equipment such as
pumps, motors, etc. Some equipment needs more power while starting up.
The inverter is protected against overload and will switch off automatically when overload is applied.
As ambient temperature is above 20°C the inverters nominal power may be smaller due to reduced
cooling.
Using the inverter in high altitudes may also reduce nominal power of the inverter because of less heat
discharge. As a rule of thumb, the reduction of nominal power is approximately 1.5% per 100m eleva-
tion.
13.2 Installation
These units must be only installed by qualified, authorized and trained personnel familiar with the
locally applicable standards and taking into consideration all relevant safety guidelines and measures!
Before installing the unit check for correct DC-Voltage and power level of the inverter.
The Inverter may be installed in any position. Install the inverter in a dry, well ventilated and dust free
location. It must be installed out of reach for unauthorized personnel especially children’s. Do not in-
stall the inverter in the same compartment as the batteries.
Never use or install the inverter in locations where there is gas or explosive danger!
For proper cooling of the Inverter ensure that the airflow is not obstructed and keep a clearance dis-
tance of 2.5cm to other units. If the inverter is installed in a closed compartment the nominal power
may be reduced.
In order to keep the battery cables as short as possible (max. 6m) locate the inverter close to the DC-
Distribution or Battery. Be aware that during charging of batteries an explosive gas can be generated.
