WARNING
This chapter describes important safety and
operating instructions for use of a
ChargeMaster Plus in residential, recreational
vehicle (RV) and marine applications.
2.1 GENERAL
1 Before using the ChargeMaster Plus, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on the
ChargeMaster Plus, the batteries, and all appropriate
sections of the manual.
2 The appliance is not to be used 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
3 Children being supervised not to play with the
appliance
4 To reduce the risk of electric shock – Do not expose
ChargeMaster Plus to rain, snow, spray, moisture,
excessive pollution and condensing circumstances.
To reduce risk of fire hazard, do not cover or obstruct
the ventilation openings. Do not install the
ChargeMaster Plus in a non-ventilated room,
overheating may result.
5 Use of an attachment or spare part not recommended
or sold by Mastervolt may result in a risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons.
6 The ChargeMaster Plus is designed to be
permanently connected to an AC and DC electrical
system. Installation of, and work on the ChargeMaster
Plus, may be carried out only by a qualified,
authorised and trained technician or electrician,
consistent with the locally applicable standards and
regulations.
7 Make sure that all wiring is properly installed and in
good electrical condition; and that wire size is large
enough for AC ampere rating of the ChargeMaster
Plus. Check the wiring on a regular base, at least
once a year. Do not use the ChargeMaster Plus when
the wiring is undersized or damaged.
8 Do not operate ChargeMaster Plus if it has received a
sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in
any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
9 Except for the connection compartment, see chapter
4, the ChargeMaster Plus may not be opened or
disassembled. There are no serviceable parts inside
the cabinet. Take it to a qualified, authorized and
trained serviceman when service or repair is required.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric
shock or fire. Only qualified, electrician installers are
authorized to open the connection compartment.
10 To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect the
ChargeMaster Plus from both AC and DC electrical
system before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
11 The ChargeMaster Plus must be provided with an
equipment-grounding conductor to the AC-input
ground terminal. Grounding and all other wiring must
comply with local codes and ordinances.
12 Short circuiting or reversing polarity will lead to
serious damage to batteries, ChargeMaster Plus,
wiring as well as accessories. Fuses can not prevent
damage caused by reversed polarity and the warranty
will be void.
13 In case of fire, you must use the fire extinguisher
which is appropriate for electrical equipment.
14 If applied in a marine application in the United States,
external connections to the ChargeMaster Plus shall
comply with the United States Coast Guard Electrical
Regulations (33CFR183, Sub part I).
2.2 EXPLOSIVE GASES
1 WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY
IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE
EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF
UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME
BEFORE USING THE CHARGEMASTER PLUS,
YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
2 To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these
instructions and those published by battery
manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you
intend to use in vicinity of the battery. Review
cautionary marking on these products and on engine.
3 DANGER: To reduce the risk of explosion – Never
use the ChargeMaster Plus in situations where there
is danger of gas or dust explosion or area in which
ignition-protected equipment is required.
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