BOSS – Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
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WARNING!
A BATTERY CAN PRESENT A RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
BURN FROM HIGH SHORT-CIRCUIT CURRENT, FIRE OR
EXPLOSION FROM VENTED GASES. OBSERVE PROPER
PRECAUTIONS.
Figure 4: The graphic above indicates that the BOSS acts as a direct current supply.
Installation of this equipment must be performed by an authorized electrician in
accordance with the local and NEC ANSI/NFPA 70 and OSHA requirements. Follow CSA
C22.1 when installed in Canada.
1. Before installing and using the BOSS, read all instructions presented in this manual and the
cautionary markings shown on the BOSS's enclosure.
2. The BOSS contains no user-serviceable parts. For service and maintenance, the BOSS
should be returned to Alencon Systems LLC or a certified Alencon Systems service center.
3. During operation, hazardous voltages and currents may be present. Only authorized and
qualified personnel should perform servicing/installation.
4. The metallic enclosure surface may become hot during certain operation circumstances.
5. The BOSS 600, 1000 and 1500 requires external fusing. This requirement is explained in
detail in Section 8.2 of this manual “Fusing for Input & Output Wiring”.
6. Test any wire or terminal for the voltage before touching them. Disconnect all input and
output terminals before performing any work on the equipment.
7. Use only accessories recommended or approved by the manufacturer.
8. Ensure that wiring is in good conditions and that all wiring is sized accordingly. Ignoring to do
so may result in a risk of fire.
9. PV modules produce electrical energy when exposed to light and thus can create an
electrical shock hazard. Wiring of the PV modules should only be performed by qualified
personnel.
10. Always have BOSS manual in hand.
