Vetus E-POD Manuel D'utilisation page 8

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1 Safety
Warning indications
Where applicable, the following warning indications are used in this
manual in connection with safety:
Indicates that great potential danger exists that can lead to serious
injury or death.
Indicates that a potential danger that can lead to injury exists.
Indicates that the usage procedures, actions etc. concerned can re-
sult in serious damage to or destruction of the engine. Some CAU-
TION indications also advise that a potential danger exists that can
lead to serious injury or death.
Emphasises important procedures, circumstances etc.
Symbols
Indicates that the relevant procedure must be carried out.
Indicates that a particular action is forbidden.
Share these safety instructions with all users.
General rules and laws concerning safety and accident prevention
must always be observed.
This product should only be operated by persons who have
read and understood the instructions and precautions in this
manual. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual may
result in serious injury or property damage. The manufacturer
shall not be liable for any damages resulting from improper
operation.
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2 Introduction
This manual gives guidelines for the use of the E-POD electric motor.
VETUS electric propulsion systems are designed to match the sailing
characteristics of a boat with an internal combustion engine - but
naturally without the emissions and noise! Here are a few key fea-
tures.
Active electric braking
With 'Active Electric Braking' it is possible to stop the boat within one
boat length.
Battery protection function
The battery protection function ensures that the battery pack is not
unnecessarily overloaded. This benefits the life of the batteries.
Boosted Battery Charge function
The Boosted Battery Charge function allows a 24 VDC charger to be
used to charge the 48 VDC propulsion battery pack.
The E-POD system consists of five modules:
- Propulsion
- Control
- Energy monitoring
- Energy storage
- Energy supply
Within these five modules, several options and combinations are
possible.
Please consult the user manuals of all components before
using the E-POD system.
Unauthorised modifications exclude the factory's liability for any
resulting damage.
Maximum permissible ambient temperature 50 °C.
Maximum permissible external water temperature 30 °C.
Keep the system frost-free at all times.
Make sure the engine compartment is dry and well ventilated.
The installation must be kept free of bilge water at all times.
Ensure adequate ventilation. Supply cool air and discharge
warm air.
Changing over the plus (+) and minus (-) connections will
cause irreparable damage to the installation.
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User manual E-POD electric propulsion