SAFETY GUIDELINES AND MEASURES
EN / Masterlink BTM-III / November 2006 7
2 SAFETY GUIDELINES AND MEASURES
2.1 WARNINGS AND SYMBOLS
Safety instructions and warnings are marked in this
manual by the following pictograms:
CAREFUL!
Special data, restrictions and rules with
regard to preventing damage.
WARNING
A WARNING refers to possible injury to
the user or significant material damage to
the charger if the user does not
(carefully) follow the procedures.
2.2 USE FOR INTENDED PURPOSE
1 The Masterlink BTM III is constructed as per the
applicable safety-technical guidelines.
2 Use the Masterlink BTM III only:
• in a technical correct condition;
• in a closed, well-ventilated room, protected
against rain, moist, dust and condensation;
• observing the instructions in the users
manual.
WARNING
Never use the Masterlink BTM III in
locations where there is danger of gas or
dust explosion or potentially flammable
products!
3 Use of the Masterlink BTM III other than
mentioned in point 2 is not considered to be
consistent with the intended purpose. Mastervolt
is not liable for any damage resulting from the
above.
2.3 ORGANIZATIONAL MEASURES
The user must always:
• have access to the user's manual;
• be familiar with the contents of this manual.
This applies in particular to chapter 2, Safety
Guidelines and Measures.
2.4 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
1 If the electrical installation is switched off during
maintenance and/or repair activities, it should be
secured against unexpected and unintentional
switching on:
• switch off all charging systems;
• switch off the connection with the batteries
or remove the DC fuse(s);
• be sure that third parties cannot reverse the
measures taken.
2 If maintenance and repairs are required, use
only original spare parts.
2.5 GENERAL SAFETY AND INSTALLATION
PRECAUTIONS
• Secure the DC wiring with a fuse, according to
the guidelines in this manual.
• Connection and protection must be done in
accordance with local standards.
• Do not work on the Masterlink BTM III or system
if it is still connected to a current source. Only
allow changes in your electrical system to be
carried out by qualified electricians.
• Check the wiring at least once a year. Defects
such as loose connections, burned cables etc.
must be corrected immediately.
2.6 WARNING REGARDING THE USE OF
BATTERIES.
Excessive battery discharge and/or high charging
voltages can cause serious damage to batteries. Do
not exceed the recommended limits of discharge
level of your batteries. Avoid short circuiting
batteries, as this may result in explosion and fire
hazard. Installation of the batteries and adjustments
of the Masterlink BTM III should only be undertaken
by authorised personnel!
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