3. SAFETY
General guidelines
Safety instructions for the batteries
Safety instructions for use
General guidelines
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The drive must be operated at the prescribed voltage.
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In the standard setting, this is 48 Volt nominal. Minimum 42 Volts, maximum 60 Volts.
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There is a special setting for 12 cell series lithium batteries operating at a lower nominal
voltage of 44 Volts, this setting is 37 Volts minimum, see page 25.
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The drive is intended exclusively for driving boats. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any
other use and the warranty will lapse in all cases.
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Keep the electronics away from water.
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Installation and repair may only be carried out by an approved installer designated by WaterWorld.
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Only use original or recommended WaterWorld accessories and spare parts.
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If the drive must be repaired, only original replacement parts may be used. The use of non-
original parts may lead to serious injury or damage and void any further warranty.
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Replacing the batteries may only be done by a authorised installer.
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The user must regularly check that the drive and the batteries are functioning correctly. The
manufacturer is not liable for any damage resulting from the incorrect operation of the drive.
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The supplier, whether WaterWorld, the seller or the manufacturer, disclaims any liability for any
damage suffered by the buyer or any third-party claims resulting from (the use of) the drive, whether
direct or indirect and / or consequential damage, environmental, hearing, business and intangible
damage, or incorrect advice, unless the damage is due to gross negligence or misconduct on the part
of the supplier.
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Before use, you should take into account the legislation in the respective country, or at the location
where the drive is located. The purchaser is hereby responsible for complying with all precautionary
measures, legal or otherwise, at the location where the drive is used, regardless of whether the drive
is operational at the time. This includes measures for fire safety and the safety of others in the
vicinity of the drive.
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The manufacturer reserves the rights and authority to which it is entitled under European
legislation. Reproduction or imitation of the device is expressly forbidden.
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For other battery packs, e.g. lithium batteries, please contact your supplier in advance.
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