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Freedom HF Owner's Guide
DANGER
FIRE AND BURN HAZARD
• Do not cover or obstruct the air intake vent openings and/or install in a zero-
clearance compartment.
• Do not use transformerless battery chargers in conjunction with the
inverter/charger due to overheating.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious
injury.
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD
• Charge only properly rated (such as 12 V) lead-acid (GEL, AGM, Flooded, or
lead-calcium) rechargeable batteries because other battery types may
explode.
• Do not work in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries. Batteries generate explosive
gases during normal operation. See note #1.
• Do not install and/or operate in compartments containing flammable materials
or in locations that require ignition-protected equipment. See notes #2 and #3.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious
injury.
NOTES:
1.
Follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer
and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of
the battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the
engine.
2.
This inverter/charger contains components which tend to produce arcs or
sparks.
3.
Locations include any space containing gasoline-powered machinery, fuel
tanks, as well as joints, fittings, or other connections between components
of the fuel system.
