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5. Do not operate the
Freedom HF
if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way.
6. Do not disassemble the
Freedom HF
. It contains no user-serviceable
parts. Attempting
to service the
Freedom HF
yourself may result in a
risk of electrical
shock or fire and will void your warranty. Internal
capacitors remain
charged after all power is disconnected.
7. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect both AC and DC
power from the
Freedom HF
before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning or working on any circuits connected to the
Freedom HF
.
Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
8. The
Freedom HF
must be provided with an equipment-grounding
conductor connected to the AC input ground.
NOTES
:
1. This equipment contains components which tend to produce arcs or
sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install the
Freedom HF
in
compartments containing batteries or flammable materials, or in
locations that require ignition-protected equipment. This includes any
space containing gasoline-powered machinery, fuel tanks, as well as
joints, fittings, or other connections between components of the fuel
system.
2. To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and
those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of
any unit you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery.
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Working in the vicinity of batteries is dangerous. Batteries
generate explosive gases during normal operation. Before
servicing the unit in the vicinity of the battery, read this
manual and follow the notes belowexactly.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious
injury.