SAFETY GUIDELINES AND MEASURES
6
January 2013/ Alpha alternator - Alpha Pro II regulator / EN
2.5
GENERAL SAFETY AND INSTALLATION
PRECAUTIONS
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Before using the Alpha alternator / Alpha Pro II
regulator, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on the Alpha alternator / Alpha Pro II
regulator, the batteries, and all appropriate
sections of the manual. If you do not follow these
instructions danger may occur or the unit could
be damaged.
•
The Alpha alternator / Alpha Pro II regulator is
designed to be permanently connected to your
DC electrical systems. Mastervolt recommends
that all wiring be done by a certified technician or
electrician to ensure adherence to proper
electrical wiring regulations.
•
Wrong use of the mode selector will lead to
serious damage to batteries, the Alpha alternator,
the Alpha Pro II regulator and the cabling.
•
Wrong MasterBus settings will lead to serious
damage to batteries, the Alpha alternator, the
Alpha Pro II regulator and the cabling.
•
Selection of a MasterShunt connected to a
battery with a different nominal voltage will lead
to serious damage to batteries, the Alpha
alternator, the Alpha Pro II regulator and the
cabling.
•
Be aware of parts that can be hot: not only
engine parts, but the alternator as well.
•
In case of fire, you must use the fire extinguisher
which is appropriate for electrical equipment.
•
Short circuiting or reversing polarity will lead to
serious damage to batteries, the Alpha alternator,
the Alpha Pro II regulator and the cabling. Fuses
between the batteries and the electrical
installation can not prevent damage caused by
reversed polarity and the warranty will be void.
•
Secure the DC wiring with a fuse, according to
the guidelines in this manual. Connection and
protection must be done in accordance with local
standards.
•
Do not work on the Alpha alternator, Alpha Pro II
regulator or parts of the electrical system if it is
still connected to a current source. Only allow
changes in your electrical system to be carried
out by qualified electricians.
2.6
WARNING REGARDING LIFE SUPPORT
APPLICATIONS
Mastervolt products are not sold for applications in
any medical equipment intended for use as a
component of any life support system unless a
specific written agreement pertaining to such
intended use is executed between the manufacturer
and Mastervolt. Such agreement will require the
equipment manufacturer either to contract for
additional reliability testing of the Mastervolt parts
and/or to commit to undertake such testing as a part
of the manufacturing process. In addition such
manufacturer must agree to indemnify and hold
Mastervolt non responsible from any claims arising
out of the use of the Mastervolt parts in the life
support equipment.
2.7
WARNING REGARDING THE USE OF
BATTERIES.
Excessive battery discharge and/or high charging
voltages will cause serious damage to batteries. Do
not exceed the recommended limits of discharge
level of your batteries. Avoid short circuiting
batteries, as this may result in explosion and fire
hazard. Installation of the batteries and adjustments
of the Alpha alternator / Alpha Pro II regulator should
only be undertaken by authorised personnel!
