IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND SAVE THIS OWNER’S GUIDE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
This chapter contains important safety instructions for the
Freedom HF Inverter/Charger (Freedom HF). Each time, before
using the Freedom HF, READ ALL instructions and cautionary
markings on or provided with the inverter/charger, the batteries,
and all appropriate sections of this guide.
NOTE: The Freedom HF contains no user-serviceable parts. See
Warranty online for guidance.
DANGER
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
•Do not expose the Freedom HF to rain, snow, spray, or bilge water. This
inverter/charger isdesigned for marine applications only when additional drip
protection isinstalled in certain orientations. See the installation guide for
information.
•Do not operate the inverter/charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, has cracks or openings in the enclosure including if the fuse cover
has been lost, damaged, or will not close, or otherwise damaged in any other
way.
•Do not disassemble the inverter/charger. Internal capacitors remain charged
after allpower is disconnected.
•Disconnect both AC and DC power from the inverter/charger before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning or working on any circuitsconnected
to the inverter/charger. See note below.
•Do not operate the inverter/charger with damaged or substandard wiring.
Make sure that allwiring is in good condition and isnot undersized.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious
injury.
NOTE: Turning off the inverter/charger using the on/off switch on the front panel
will not reduce an electricalshock hazard.
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