Safety; Proper Usage; Improper Usage; Other Risks - Steca Solarix PI 500-12 Instructions De Montage Et De Service

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Safety

2.1 Proper usage

The inverters are exclusively intended for use in stationary autonomous power
supplies in accordance with these operating instructions.
Any other use is regarded as improper use of the device.

2.2 Improper usage

• The inverter must never be connected to the public mains grid or a generator.
• The casing must not be opened and should not show any damage.
• The pre-fitted battery cables must not be extended.

2.3 Other risks

WARNING
Danger of fire and explosion
• An autonomous power supply system (including inverter) must not be
installed, operated or maintained in locations where inflammable gases and
vapours can occur, in dusty environments, or in the vicinity of solvents.
• No open fires, flames or sparks in the vicinity of the batteries.
• Ensure that the room is adequately ventilated.
Battery acid
• Acid splashes on skin or clothing should be immediately treated with soap
suds and rinsed with plenty of water.
• If acid splashes enter the eyes, immediately rinse with plenty of water and
seek medical advice.

2.4 Fault behaviour

DANGER
Operating the system is dangerous in the following situations:
• The inverter does not appear to function at all.
• The inverter, mains cable or battery cables are visibly damaged.
• Emission of smoke or fluid penetration.
• When parts are loose.
In these cases immediately remove the inverter from the battery and con-
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sumer devices.

2.5 Exclusion of liability

The manufacturer can neither monitor compliance with this manual nor the
conditions and methods during the installation, operation, usage and mainte-
nance of the inverter. Improper installation of the system may result in damage
to property and, as a result, to bodily injury.
Therefore, we assume no responsibility and liability for loss, damage or costs
which result or are in any way related to incorrect installation, improper opera-
tion and incorrect use and maintenance.
Similarly, we assume no responsibility for patent right or other right infringements
of third parties caused by usage of this inverter.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the product, technical
data or assembly and operating instructions without prior notice.
As soon as it becomes evident that safe operation is no longer possible
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(e.g. if there is visible damage), immediately remove the inverter from the
battery and consumer devices.
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