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1. Important Safety Information
WARNING!
Before using the Inverter read and save the safety instructions.
All wiring must follow the National Electric Code, The Canadian Electrical
Code Part 1, Provincial or other codes in effect at the time of installation,
regardless of suggestions in this manual. All wires should be copper conductors.
This manual contains important instructions for Models 8KW & 12KW
To be followed during installation and maintenance of the inverter.
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, do not connect to an AC load center
having multiwire branch circuits connected.
1.1 General Safety Precautions
1-1-1. Do not expose the Inverter to rain, snow, spray, bilge or dust. To reduce risk of hazard, do not cover
or obstruct the ventilation openings. Do not install the Inverter in a zero-clearance compartment.
Overheating may result. Allow at least 12 inches of clearance around the inverter for air flow. Make sure
that the air can circulate freely around the unit. A minimum air flow of 145CFM is required.
1-1-2. To avoid risk of fire and electronic shock, make sure that the existing wiring is in good electrical
condition and that the wire is not undersized. Do not operate the Inverter with damaged or substandard
wiring.
1-1-3. This equipment contains components which may produce arcs and/or sparks. To prevent fire and/or
explosion do not install in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials or in a location which
requires ignition protected equipment
. This includes any space containing gasoline-powered machinery, fuel
tanks, joints, fittings, or other connections between components of the fuel system.
See Warranty for instructions on obtaining service.
1-1-4. Do not disassemble the Inverter/Charger. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempting to service
the Inverter/Charger yourself may result in electrical shock or fire. Internal capacitors remain charged after
all power is disconnected.
1-1-5. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect both AC and DC power from the Inverter/Charger
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
1-1-6. A fuse or breaker must be installed. Disconnect shall be rated to handle the input power requirement on
AC or DC side. Please install disconnect on the input power side for AC and DC.
CAUTION: Equipment damage
The output side of the inverter’s AC wiring should at no time, be connected to public power or a generator.
This condition is far worse than a short circuit. If the unit survives this condition, it will shut down until
corrections are made.
Installation should ensure that the inverter’s AC output is, at no time, connected to its AC input.
Warning: Limitations of Use
SPECIFICALLY NOTE THAT THE GLOBAL LF INVERTER/CHARGER SHOULD NOT BE USED IN
CONNECTION WITH LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER SENSITIVE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
OR DEVICES (CPAP/BPAP OK).