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PerfectCharge MCP1204/1207 General safety instructions
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2.3 Safety when connecting the device electronically
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DANGER! Danger of electrocution
• For connection on boats:
If electrical devices are incorrectly connected on boats, corrosion
damage to the boat might occur. Have the device connected by a
specialist (marine) electrician.
• If you are working on electrical systems, ensure that there is somebody
close at hand who can help you in emergencies.
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WARNING!
• Always use sockets which are grounded and secured by residual cur-
rent circuit breakers.
• Make sure that the lead has a sufficient cross-section.
• Lay the cables so that they cannot be damaged by the doors or the
bonnet.
Crushed cables can lead to serious injury.
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CAUTION!
• Lay the cables so that they cannot be tripped over or damaged.
2.4 Operating the device safely
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DANGER! Danger of electrocution
• Do not touch exposed cables with your bare hands. This applies espe-
cially when operating the device from the AC mains.
• To be able to disconnect the device quickly from the mains, the socket
must be close to the device and be easily accessible.
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WARNING!
• Only use the device in closed, well-ventilated rooms.
• Do not use the device with lead-acid batteries in enclosed spaces.
These batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas that can be ignited by
sparks on electrical connections.
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CAUTION!
• Do not operate the device
– In salty, wet or damp environments
– In the vicinity of corrosive fumes
– In the vicinity of combustible materials
– In areas where there is a danger of explosions.