Torqeedo Travel 401 L, Operating Manual

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Operating Manual Travel 401/801
2. Important safety and operating instructions
Important safety instructions
Torqeedo motors are designed to operate safely and reliably as long as they are used
according to the operating manual.
Please read this manual carefully before you start
the motor. Ignoring these instructions can cause property damage or personal injury.
Torqeedo accepts no liability for damage caused by actions that contradict this operating
manual.
To ensure safe operation of the motor:
• Familiarize yourself with all the motor controls. You should be able to stop the motor
quickly if necessary.
• Only allow adults who have been instructed on how to operate the motor to run it.
• Follow the boat manufacturer‘s instructions on the permissible motorization of your
boat. Do not exceed the capacity limits.
• Stop the engine immediately if someone goes overboard.
• Do not run the motor if someone is in the water near the boat.
• Do not use the motor as a lashing point for your boat. Do not use the motor as a handle
for lifting or carrying smaller boats.
• Do not open the battery case and protect the battery pack from mechanical damage.
• Do not short circuit the battery.
• Do not submerge the battery in water or other liquids.
• Only charge the battery at ambient temperatures between 0° and 45°C.
• The battery of your Travel Motor is classified as a hazardous item under the UN 9
classification. Transport for private use is not critical. If sending by courier, the
appropriate legal regulations must be observed.