Xantrex Technology 1000 Battery Charger User Manual


 
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This guide for use by qualified installers only
Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT: Read and save this Installation Guide
for future reference.
This chapter contains important safety and installation instructions
for the Freedom HF Inverter/Charger units
Freedom HF 1000 and
Freedom HF 1800.
1. B
EFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE FREEDOM HF, READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONARY MARKINGS ON THE FREEDOM HF,
THE BATTERIES, AND ALL APPROPRIATE SECTIONS OF THIS GUIDE.
2. Do not expose the Freedom HF to rain, snow, spray, or bilge water.
To reduce risk of fire hazard, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation
openings. Do not install the Freedom HF in a zero-clearance
compartment. Overheating may result.
3. To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock, make sure that existing
wiring is in good condition and that wire is not undersized. Do not
operate the Freedom HF with damaged or substandard wiring.
4. The use of any attachments not recommended or sold by Xantrex,
may result in risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
5. Do not operate the Freedom HF if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. If the Freedom HF is
damaged, see the Warranty section.
WARNING: Limitations on use
The Freedom HF is not intended for use in connection with life support systems
or other medical equipment or devices.
CAUTION: Risk of injury
To reduce the risk of injury, charge only 12 Vdc lead-acid (GEL, AGM, and
Flooded) rechargeable batteries. Other battery types may burst, causing personal
injury and damage.
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