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General safety, Personal safety, Important safety instructions – Outback Power Systems GS8048 User Manual

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Important Safety Instructions

900-0021-01-00 Rev A

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Table 1 Terms and Definitions

Term Definition

System display

Remote interface device (such as the MATE3), used for monitoring, programming and
communicating with the inverter; also called “remote system display”

UL

Underwriters Laboratories; refers to a set of safety standards governing electrical
products

Utility grid

The electrical service and infrastructure supported by the electrical or utility company;
also called “mains”, “utility service”, or “grid”

General Safety

WARNING: Limitations on Use

This equipment is NOT intended for use with life support equipment or other medical
equipment or devices.

CAUTION: Equipment Damage

Only use components or accessories recommended or sold by OutBack Power
Technologies or its authorized agents.

IMPORTANT:

Do not attempt to install this equipment if it appears to be damaged in any way. See
the Warranty section for instructions on returning the equipment.

Personal Safety

WARNING: Personal Injury

 This equipment weighs in excess of 125

lbs (

57 kg). Use safe lifting techniques

when lifting this equipment as prescribed by the Occupational Safety and Health
Association (OSHA) or other local codes.

 Use standard safety equipment such as safety glasses, ear protection, steel-toed

safety boots, safety hard hats, etc., as prescribed by the Occupational Safety and
Health Association (or other local codes) when working on this equipment.

 Use standard safety practices when working with electrical equipment (e.g., remove

all jewelry, use insulated tools, wear cotton clothing, etc.).

 Never work alone when installing or servicing this equipment. Have someone

nearby that can assist if necessary.