WhisperPower Inverter / Battery Charger
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This section contains important safety information for the Sinewave Inverter-Charger. Before
using the unit,
READ ALL
instructions and cautionary markings on or provided with the unit,
and all appropriate sections of this guide.
The Sinewave Inverter-Charger contains no user-serviceable parts. See Warranty section for
how to handle product issues.
DANGER: Fire and/or Chemical Burn Hazard
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Do not cover or obstruct any air vent openings and/or install in a zero-clearance
compartment.
DANGER: Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury
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When working with electrical equipment or lead-acid batteries, have someone nearby in
case of an emergency.
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Study and follow all the battery manufacturer’s specific precautions when installing, using
and servicing the battery connected to the inverter.
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Wear eye protection and gloves.
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Avoid touching your eyes while using this unit.
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Keep fresh water and soap on hand in the event battery acid comes in contact with eyes.
If this occurs, cleanse right away with soap and water for a minimum of 15 minutes and
seek medical attention.
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Batteries produce explosive gases. DO NOT smoke or have an open spark or fire near the system.
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Keep unit away from moist or damp areas.
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Avoid dropping any metal tool or object on the battery. Doing so could create a spark or
short circuit which goes through the battery or another electrical tool that may create an
explosion.
WARNING: Shock Hazard. Keep away from children!
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Avoid moisture. Never expose unit to snow, water, etc.
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Unit provides high voltage AC; treat the AC output socket the same as regular wall AC
sockets at home.
WARNING: Explosion hazard!
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DO NOT install the unit near flammable fumes or gases (such as propane tanks or large engines).
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AVOID covering the ventilation openings. Always operate unit in an open area.
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Prolonged exposure to high heat or freezing temperatures will decrease the working life
of the unit.
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DO NOT connect AC power sources like utility power or generator to the AC outputs of
the unit. It will damage the unit and may cause fire. Feeding AC to the AC output of the unit
is not covered by warranty.
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The
12V DC
unit is designed for use on
12V House Battery System
only. Use on a higher
house battery system will damage the unit and lead to unit explosion.
