Important Safety Instructions - Victron energy SmartSolar MPPT 150/35 Manual

2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains
important instructions that shall be followed during
installation and maintenance.
● Please read this manual carefully before the product is
installed and put into use.
● This product is designed and tested in accordance with
international standards. The equipment should be used for
the designated application only.
● Install the product in a heatproof environment. Ensure
therefore that there are no chemicals, plastic parts, curtains or
other textiles, etc. in the immediate vicinity of the equipment.
● The product is not allowed to be mounted in a user accessible
area.
● Ensure that the equipment is used under the correct operating
conditions. Never operate it in a wet environment.
● Never use the product at sites where gas or dust explosions
could occur.
● Ensure that there is always sufficient free space around the
product for ventilation.
● Refer to the specifications provided by the manufacturer of the
battery to ensure that the battery is suitable for use with this
product. The battery manufacturer's safety instructions should
always be observed.
● Protect the solar modules from direct light during
installation, e.g. cover them.
● Never touch uninsulated cable ends.
● Use only insulated tools.
● Connections must always be made in the sequence described
in section 3.6.
● The installer of the product must provide a means for cable
strain relief to prevent the transmission of stress to the
connections.
● In addition to this manual, the system operation or service
manual must include a battery maintance manual applicable to
the type of batteries used.
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Danger of explosion from sparking
Danger of electric shock