Victron energy Phoenix Inverter VE.Direct 48/500 Manuel page 2

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
In general
Please read the documentation supplied with this product first, so that you are familiar with the
safety signs en directions before using the product.
This product is designed and tested in accordance with international standards. The equipment
should be used for the designated application only.
Warning – These servicing instructions are for use by qualified
personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
perform any servicing other than that specified in the operating
instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
The product is used in conjunction with a permanent energy source (battery). Input and/or output
terminals may still be dangerously energized, even when the equipment is switched off. Always
disconnect the battery before carrying out maintenance or servicing the product.
The product has no internal user-serviceable components. Do not remove the front plate or
operate the product if any panels have been removed. All servicing must be undertaken by
qualified personnel.
Please read the installation instructions in the installation manual before installing the equipment.
This is a Safety Class I product (supplied with a protective grounding terminal). The chassis must
be grounded. A grounding point is located on the outside of the product. Whenever it is likely that
the grounding protection has been damaged, the product must be turned off and secured against
unintended operation; please contact qualified service staff.
The AC output is isolated from the DC input and the chassis unless the unit is equipped with a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). Units with a GFCI have AC output neutral
connected to chassis inside the device by default. A qualified installer should check this
connection since it is necessary for the GFCI to function properly. Local regulations may
require a true neutral. In this case one of the AC output wires must be connected to the chassis,
and the chassis must be connected to a reliable ground. Please note that a true neutral is
needed to ensure correct operation of an earth leakage circuit breaker.
Ensure that the equipment is used under the correct ambient conditions.
Never operate the product in a wet or dusty environment.
Never use the product where there is a risk of gas or dust explosions.
Ensure there is adequate free space (10 cm) for ventilation around the product and check that the
ventilation vents are not blocked.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the marine unit manufacturer may result in a
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
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