Installation manual

Safety
x 975-0601-01-01 Revision B
This manual is for use by qualified personnel only.
Personal Protection
Follow these instructions to help protect yourself while working with the Xantrex
GT500.
Installation personnel must be equipped with adequately rated, standard
personal protective equipment including the following:
• Electrically rated protective gloves
• Protective glasses
• Fire-resistant clothing
• Ear protection
• Electrically rated protection shoes or boots
• Electrical protection hard hat
• Padlocks and tags for lock-out and tag-out procedure
• Double-insulated tools
• Appropriately rated meter to verify that the circuits are de-energized
(1000 volts AC and DC rated, minimum)
Check local safety regulations and applicable workplace safety procedures for
additional requirements.
CAUTION
HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Sensitive electronics inside the Xantrex GT500 can be destroyed when
touched if you are electrostatically charged. Discharge to earth potential using
wrist ground straps before touching internal components on the Xantrex
GT500.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
WARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
• Never work alone when installing the Xantrex GT500. A team of two is
required until the Xantrex GT500 is properly de-energized, locked out and
tagged out, and verified de-energized with a meter according to the
procedure starting on page xi.
• Thoroughly inspect the Xantrex GT500 prior to energizing. Verify that no
tools or equipment have been inadvertently left behind.
• Close all doors and tighten all door latches, especially at installation startup
and initial startup after any repairs.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury.